Evanescence - Lithium (official Music Video) Apr 2026
Dressed in all black, she lurks beneath the surface of a dark lake, symbolizing a deep-seated "sorrow" that acts as a familiar, though destructive, sanctuary.
Dressed in all white, she performs in a snowy forest or cemetery, representing a state of "happiness" that feels fragile, cold, and unfamiliar. Evanescence - Lithium (Official Music Video)
The video concludes with a visual representation of choice. As "Black Amy" sinks into the dark liquid, the lyrics emphasize a decision to break the cycle of "negative situations". While the sorrow is comforting and familiar, the video—and the song—ultimately moves toward a release of that pain, with Lee stating the song is about the bravery required to "break free" from what is known and comfortable. Dressed in all black, she lurks beneath the
The water was dyed black to create an opaque, abyssal appearance. A hydraulic lift was used to submerge Lee, making it appear as though she were sinking into her own grief. As "Black Amy" sinks into the dark liquid,
The official music video for Evanescence's directed by Paul Fedor , is a striking visual exploration of the internal conflict between the comfort of sorrow and the possibility of happiness. Released in late 2006 as the second single from The Open Door , the video uses a stylized, gothic winter setting to personify the emotional "numbness" described in the lyrics. Dualism and Visual Symbolism