Domhnall Gleeson and Greta Lee Star in Taylor Swift’s Opalite Music Video
Taylor Swift has unveiled the music video for her latest single “Opalite,” which is part of her new album “The Life of a Showgirl.” This exciting release features several celebrity cameos, including notable appearances from Greta Lee and Domhnall Gleeson.
Overview of the “Opalite” Music Video
The video for “Opalite” debuted exclusively on Spotify and Apple Music, showcasing a nostalgic ’90s-inspired advertisement. The ad promotes Opalite, a fictional cleaning spray that promises to transform various aspects of life into paradise.
As the music plays, viewers watch Swift interact with an unconventional companion—a pet rock. Throughout the video, Swift and her rocky friend partake in activities like crafting friendship bracelets and singing karaoke.
Celebrity Cameos and Storyline
The video includes appearances from various celebrities who joined Swift on “The Graham Norton Show” in October. Key cameos include:
- Greta Lee as a singer-songwriter on MTV
- Jodie Turner-Smith as a fitness show host
- Domhnall Gleeson in a humorous narrative involving an abusive relationship with a pet cactus
In a comedic turn, Gleeson orders Opalite to address his cactus predicament. Swift magically appears as he sprays the product, and the two develop a quirky relationship, even posing for mall photos taken by Lewis Capaldi.
The Metatextual Ending
As the video concludes, Gleeson and Swift participate in a dance competition, dressed in eye-catching mint-green and orange outfits. The credits reveal a meta moment, showing all the video’s stars appearing on “The Graham Norton Show.”
Taylor Swift’s Inspiration for “Opalite”
In a post shared on X, Swift expressed her excitement about collaborating with the talented group from “The Graham Norton Show.” She recalled Gleeson’s lighthearted joke about wanting to feature in one of her music videos, which inspired her to write a script for “Opalite.” She intended to include all fellow guests from the show in the project.
Release Details and Chart Performance
Swift announced the countdown to the music video release, which occurred at 8 a.m. ET on Friday. The video will remain exclusive to Spotify and Apple Music until February 8, when it will be available on YouTube.
“Opalite” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and maintained strong performance, recently landing at No. 10 during its 17th week on the chart. This song stands out as one of the successful singles from “The Life of a Showgirl,” which launched in October and sold 2.7 million copies on its first day.
About the Album
Swift’s album has made history by surpassing Adele’s “25” as the most-consumed album in Billboard 200 history. The lead single, “The Fate of Ophelia,” became Swift’s 13th No. 1 hit and spent 10 weeks atop the Hot 100.
Overall, “Opalite” not only showcases Swift’s musical talent but also reflects her ability to weave a storyline through visual media, featuring a blend of nostalgia and humor while celebrating the connections she’s formed with her peers.
