Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (official Video) Access

Produced by , the track features a jumpy, syncopated melodic line paired with simple guitar plucking, creating a "dreamy collection of hopeful feelings". Critics have praised the song for its "bittersweet songwriting" and its ability to convey universal feelings of grief and anxiety with nuance. Experience the official visual journey of the track here: Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (Official Video) SashaSloanVEVO YouTube• Dec 4, 2019 Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (Official Video)

: As part of the Self Portrait project, the track represents Sloan's journey toward accepting her flaws and anxiety while finding contentment in her own skin. Visual Narrative of the Video Sasha Alex Sloan - Smiling When I Die (Official Video)

: 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 Produced by , the track features a jumpy,

The song centers on "big picture" thinking—a desire to experience life without lamentation or the "could've, should've, would've" mentality. Visual Narrative of the Video : Rather than

The Official Music Video utilizes a raw, documentary-style aesthetic to mirror Sloan’s signature "sad girl" vulnerability.

: The lyrics contrast the speed at which time passes with a proactive list of goals, such as calling her mother or traveling to Tokyo.