Julia Jacklin Bravely Conquers Heights in Drone Video for 'The Hardest Thing'

Julia Jacklin is taking her creative vision to literal dizzying heights. The celebrated singer-songwriter has officially returned with her latest single, "The Hardest Thing," alongside an utterly breathtaking new music video that is definitely not recommended for anyone who suffers from severe vertigo. Rather than relying on basic soundstages, heavy editing, or conventional performance setups, the visual delivers a striking spectacle that hinges on raw nerve and continuous camera work. The entire clip unfolds in one single, unbroken sequence high above the urban landscape.

The music video relies entirely on a single continuous drone shot that slowly and lazily orbits a massive, famous Melbourne skyscraper. As the aerial camera continuously glides around the towering building, it gradually pans inward, slowly zooming in on the apex of the structure. Up on the open rooftop, completely isolated against the vast Australian skyline, stands Jacklin. Performing her new track high above the city streets without anyone else around, she delivers a remarkably calm performance despite standing exposed on top of the towering landmark.

Director Danny Cohen helmed the thrilling shoot, capturing the musician as she braves the open air alone on the roof. Cohen’s choice to keep the camera in a steady, orbiting flight path builds an intense atmosphere that perfectly complements the track. While most people would require a fortune to step anywhere near the rooftop ledge of a high-rise building, Jacklin looks completely at ease throughout the entire ordeal. She maintains total composure on the roof, making an extreme stunt look like an effortless stroll. The resulting music video stands out as a bold visual flex for the musician. By pairing her performance with a daring architectural setting, Jacklin and Cohen have delivered a hypnotic clip that keeps all eyes locked on the sky.