: The "silver lining" is a literal reference to the English metaphor for finding hope in every dark situation. Cultural Impact
The music video for the lead single from First Aid Kit’s 2014 album Stay Gold , serves as a visual metaphor for the song’s themes of perseverance and the search for meaning amidst life's uncertainties. Production and Concept
: NPR ranked the track as the #116 greatest song by a female or nonbinary artist in the 21st century.
Watch the official music video and behind-the-scenes footage to see how the sisters brought this mysterious world to life: First Aid Kit - My Silver Lining (Official Video) YouTube · FirstAidKitVEVO First Aid Kit - My Silver Lining - Behind The Scenes YouTube · FirstAidKitVEVO First Aid Kit - My Silver Lining (Lyrics) YouTube · The Vibe Guide First Aid Kit Share "My Silver Lining" Video - Pitchfork
: Sisters Johanna and Klara Söderberg aimed to create a "mysterious world where everything is slightly off". The mansion is depicted as slowly coming to life, symbolizing the internal changes and fears one faces while trying to "keep on keeping on".
: Due to its cinematic folk sound, the song has been featured in several high-profile advertisements (Mercedes Benz, American Express, Renault) and TV series such as Beauty and the Beast .
: The video was directed by Elliott Sellers and filmed at the historic Paramour Mansion in Silver Lake, Los Angeles.