: Rather than following a high-concept plot, the video focuses on the artist herself, reinforcing the song's status as a "self-portrait" of her mental state and aspirations. Production and Impact
The song centers on "big picture" thinking—a desire to experience life without lamentation or the "could've, should've, would've" mentality. Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (Official Video)
: The lyrics contrast the speed at which time passes with a proactive list of goals, such as calling her mother or traveling to Tokyo. : Rather than following a high-concept plot, the
The Official Music Video utilizes a raw, documentary-style aesthetic to mirror Sloan’s signature "sad girl" vulnerability. Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (Official Video)