Missy Higgins - Unashamed Desire (Official Video)

Missy Higgins - "Unashamed Desire"
Taken from the album "The Ol' Razzle Dazzle"
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Directed, produced & edited by Natasha Pincus / Stark Raving Productions Pty Ltd.
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Video credits:
Directed, produced & edited by Natasha Pincus / Stark Raving Productions Pty Ltd.
Cinematographer: warwick field
Choreographer: stephanie lake
Costume designer: harriet oxley
Theatre lighting: ben shaw
Line producer: mary minas
Hair & make-up: olivia still
Dancers: lee serle, rennie mcdougall, chatchanok much hemachandra, alana Everett
Music credits:
Written by Missy Higgins & Butterfly Boucher
Produced by Brad Jones and Butterfly Boucher
Engineered by Brad Jones, Butterfly Boucher and Stephen Turney
Mixed by Jim Scott
Piano and vocals: Missy Higgins
Bass, percussion, electric guitar, programming, keyboards and backing vocals: Butterfly
Boucher
Drums and Percussion: Lindsay Jamieson
Cello and violin: David Henry
Unashamed Desire - lyrics
Empty all my pockets and take what you like / Empty all my pockets if you like / I've got nothing to hide / Empty all my pockets and take what you like / Empty
all my pockets if you like / I've got nothing to hide / My unashamed desire / is an open fire / Unashamed desire / Open up my chest and take what you like / Open up my chest if you like / I've got nothing to hide / Cut open my heart and turn on the light / Cut open my heartache if you like / I've got nothing to hide / My unashamed desire / is an open fire / Unashamed desire / And I'm not afraid to love / Not afraid to love / Unashamed desire / We get one sweet moment in the arms of youth / I don't wanna waste time holding down the truth / I've got everything to win and only pain to lose / This is my / Unashamed desire/ Unashamed desire / Unashamed desire / Unashamed desire / And I'm not afraid to love / Not afraid to love / Unashamed desire...
Written by Missy Higgins & Butterfly Boucher
Published by Missy Higgins Productions / B2G2 Music BMI

[@starlynndanielle2332]

When I was in 8th grade my choir teacher showed me this song. At first I didn't think anything of it, except for how nice it sounded. Later on it occurred to me that this song was her way of telling me that she understood my confusion about my sexuality and that she wanted me to be "unashamed." I love my teacher and I love Missy Higgins for being that link between us.

[@angelars602]

Ii

[@angelars602]

Oooiioiii

[@amescott3603]

It's been quite a while since your comment, but can't help but wonder if you ever got back in touch with that teacher.?.

[@andrescastillo7328]

Awesome teacher!!!

[@laylohonny179]

I hope this might be played to every high school student in Australia. We are who we are, all unique and beautiful, please embrace who you are and reach out if you're feeling at risk of hurting yourself.

[@michaelmurphy1807]

Yep, the very young girl we once knew is now a very sublime and wise woman.

[@PolgarGM]

So great to see an Australian made video, using quality Australian dance, costume and design, and a first rate song.

[@dinorawr6350]

This song is about not being ashamed of who you are, the video clip is to express that even further, if you dont like what you see then you obviously dont know much about Missy. She is not desperate she simply has a love for music and art and uses it to express her feelings and stories.

[@ParArdua]

If this was an earlier time, we'd be calling Missy a poet.. I do think she's more metaphoric than literal. It's us who make the different revelations and deep insights, all "the connectedness in the universe" moments. All our truths are different, and they're all equally valid. Thanks.

[@banksiasong]

I love Butterfly's version of Unashamed Desire on her new album, same song but a very different interpretation, They're both just amazing and creative.

[@ancientmetalguyauerbach8808]

Im an Extreme Metal Guy but caught this between shows on ABC . Really nice track . Ancient Metal Guy .

[@thislittleduck1]

Ring the bells! Missy Higgins and Butterfly Boucher have written a masterpiece.

[@WestrnEcho]

Missy Higgins can do no wrong. EVER!

[@michaelmurphy1807]

Missy's website has June 1 release date for digital, for everyone. Some retailers will be carrying CDs and vinyl from that date. Never has five weeks felt so long.

[@deathxdance]

This song is epic.

[@jkkj1406]

still love this song hard to believe it wasn't more popular

[@Samdamantium]

My ex and good friend said this is my theme song. I'm proud of my unashamed desire. :)

[@sirianmacca]

thank goodness, she's still alive!

[@siobhanchristine-bligh183]

Oh lord this is just too good for me to handle

[@minkah1000]

this song was odd to adjust to being that it is not what we expected of Missy. But it has definately grown on me and now i LOVE IT!!!! DEFINITELY A REPEAT SONG FOR ME!!!!

[@banksiasong]

Hopefully Missy's bravery and experience make it easier for others who follow her. The world can still be a very frightening place for people of difference.

[@ilkelaoh]

well put!it´s odd to me that people would expect /want an artist to revisit their "old sound" on a new album.What makes me excited for new albums by artists I like is the evolution of their art & creativity, noticing the growth of their sound, lyrics, voice, their personality perhaps and my personality as well since I as the listener have changed as well.What makes music great is authenticity.Authenticity comes from living.Living is changing and evolving.that´s to me what this song sounds like!

[@PenaltyKillah]

I see this as someone expressing relief from coming out. Good on Missy to draw from her personal experience in such a vivid way.

[@michaelmurphy1807]

I initially was shocked by that comment, but as I reflected on it, I did agree to a point that the video accurately portrayed unwelcome physical and emotional intrusions and demands of others. That's the great thing about art, we take from it so many different (and sometimes opposing) things.

[@banksiasong]

Artists such as Missy, her co-writer Butterfly Boucher, the director Natasha Pincus and the ballet dancers all enrich our lives. This is such a beautiful and affirming song, and I'm so glad I've lived long enough to hear it and to watch it here. May Missy enjoy calm and happiness in her years ahead, and receive from others that she has so freely given to us all.

[@michaelmurphy1807]

Listen to your body and it will tell you where you are and where you need to be, welcome home Missy Higgins, always way too cool for school.

[@ally4775]

I guess that explains why the similarities are so close. When I first heard this on the radio I honestly thought it was a new Butterfly Boucher song until they said that was the new song by Missy Higgins. I got to say I much prefer this new direction Missy is going in, This song has a dark feel to it which I think is great for Missy as it explores a side of her music we have not yet heard until now and having Butterfly co-writing & producing this song breaks new ground for Missy :)

[@gimmyed]

I will buy the album if there's a song which emanates from her gut rather than from her head - that contains even a fraction of the soul as performed on the single "The sound of white". I've got my fingers crossed, because that is from where her talent truly manifests.

[@laylohonny179]

Butterfly Boucher and Missy Higgins have set us free.

[@banksiasong]

Thanks so much lokle13, the Behind the Scenes was very special, some terrific new footage and explanations by the team.

[@shrinkpaige5414]

Amazing work, Missy / Butterfly

[@wadjela]

"Unashamed" is such a beautiful, very powerful and liberating word. An equivalent in French is "sans complexes" or more definately as "assuré" or assured. Not sure why I'm writing this, but Missy's songs let me see the connectedness in the universe. °ᴥ°

[@alishasguitar]

"nothing to hide" I love that

[@EllyHawkins]

You are amazing Missy!!!!!

[@ParArdua]

Hi Is, I enjoyed your comment, but for me the visual elements here mark a move for Missy from a place of darkness and lack of control to a more vibrant place of truth. Initially her body/ her life are intruded upon by others who seem to be taking from her very being. She responds "Open up my chest and take what you like". In the amazing resurrection sequence, she takes the risk to choose life and she is supported in her choice. Missy finds life and authenticity. It's a Masterpiece, bravo.

[@1988gala1]

Bravo, Natasha Pincus, proved again the talent, and Bravo Missy, so great song!

[@BaalSoulslayer]

Ha, me too! I love the entire video, it's incredibly gorgeous, but especially that part.

[@michaelcatley45]

its good to see her back after 5 years!!!

[@hmelonify]

Everything I have heard so far is Brilliant Missy Higgens... You have returned older and wiser and fresh from experience where the best stuff is written from... REAL LIFE! you were awesome on ADAM HILLS lol .. I love how you are down to earth and not all POLISHED and yuck! STay REAL YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!

[@islovessarahm]

It's interesting reading comments saying this doesn't sound like old Missy. Watching "The Making of The Ol' Razzle Dazzle" videos she's posted, it's very clear that's her intention. I think this is a very mature and exhilarating step in her career honestly. It's darker in a different way than we've experienced her, yet has an energy and spark that seems to be bursting from her since her musical respite. It's honestly a fresh Missy and exciting prelude to the story of her journey back to music

[@Kerryn101]

god she looks and sounds more brilliant than ever, great to see you back Missy!!!

[@BaalSoulslayer]

Hm... I have to say I haven't been this fascinated by a music video in a very long time. It's gorgeous.

[@ParArdua]

This album has a great mix of songs which are wonderfully different. Some might be described as 'old Missy', maybe catch Sweet Arms of a Tune, it's on youtube.

[@shadowfaxwolfsbane7881]

Going to see Missy in concert in Sydney in November!!!!! excitement levels now higher than Mt Everest!!!

[@Lythsian1]

Thank you Missy.

[@kylearmstrong7]

i really like the cowbells and i think they serve a symbolical purpose -- she's not willing to go along with the "herd" and hide her sexuality. she's not ashamed to go a different path.

[@sueannshiah]

so this is how that confetti and dancers worked out =)

[@Nicko_el_toro]

At this point I am in love with Missy ❤ from Australia

[@tippngthevelvet]

THAT's not nudity, it's all implied ie the nudity is in your mind. Amazes me in how many ways people can miss the whole point of the song and video. Makes me weep for the future.

[@freyablack4979]

I've listened to her songs ever since I was little, and this was always my favourite. Even when I said her name "Hissy Miggins." But this song, as I've grown up, has really helped me with discovering that I wasn't straight. Thank you, Missy Higgins.

[@goodwolfie]

I'm not Aussie.Thanks God for the interenet because today I know Missy's beautiful songs

[@lokle13]

I think is good to find this kind of songs from Missy, it's different, she's a versatile artist and this is another example of a 'free' musician. Trying to express something. Plus, listen to Sweet Arms of a Tune or Everyone's Waiting, those are kinda 'the old stuff'. Today, we can hear 7 songs from her new album and it's all Missy, all lyrics, all versatile. Got to love it. :)

[@ParArdua]

It's the warm inner glow that you feel being part of such an amazing experience. Thank you to all of you for helping the whole team make this incredible video.

[@wadjela]

Great credit to the dancers and choreographer. Love that the smaller of the two ballerinas was the one who held Missy true on her shoulders for the leaps of faith. Incredible emotional intensity from the principal male dancer (beard). Beautiful work.

[@smileydude40]

Wow, I love her old stuff but this was AMAZING! Good to see you back Missy :)

[@amwat3]

Best song I have heard in 5 years

[@wadjela]

Strong, affirming and beautiful, Missy just takes me to great places I didn't know existed.

[@jeeplvr77]

I am so in love with Missy Higgins! Hope she tours to Arizona some day. If not I may need to drive to CA when she is there!!!

[@lokle13]

you got it. Yeah, it's been really interesting to see the work behind Missy's clip, Natasha Pincus, and specially about this song, its meaning.

[@TheGirlCalledTina]

this is so amazing! :) i really adore missy`s music. still can`t believe that she isn`t famous here in germany...i would love to hear stuff like this in the radio! :)

[@daveinprogress3]

welcome back Missy Higgins! And #1 debut - congrats! Great victory! Australians love you.

[@georgia00ful]

GO MISSy!!

[@mailgarahai1]

Thank God she's back....how much eager i was to listen to her new songs....

[@formanm19]

People whose birthdays are August 19th, 1983 rock. I can personally attest to that. So can Missy Higgins.

[@MissEB101]

This song has a peculiar taste about it but i like it :) Welcome Back Missy Higgins

[@tippngthevelvet]

Bravo, congratulations craftykat, hope you have some people around you who are supportive. First day of the rest of your life, my best wishes for much joy and great times for you.

[@snika811]

Simple but Powerful!

[@lucindajaques1923]

WOW! I was expecting her new stuff to be good but this is amazing! I LOVE YOU MISSY, please marry me!

[@lostworldvalley]

I'm guessing it's both, I think that's what the song is about. Not being ashamed of desiring both.

[@tazzie7777]

This song is lovely, so addictive, I absolutely love your other song Everyone's Waiting, I'm just going to have to buy the album now....what were you thinking Missy when you said you wanted a break from music and maybe looking at other ventures!!!! Just to think we wouldn't have heard these beautiful songs, so good to have you back!!!

[@thislittleduck1]

That's so awesome Vanthea, it's so easy to love and support Missy, good on you for sharing what you have.

[@formanm19]

I cannot get enough of this song. Missy Higgins is so talented, so inspirational and so comfortable with herself, blows my mind. I have taken on the mantra of having nothing to hide and it is wonderful. Plus I love that we have the same birthday (August 19,1983).

[@jacqfly]

oh wow....when i heard this on JJJ this week i did not expect it to be Missy! Brilliant song, brilliant clip :)

[@bond146]

I love this song! Her new look is hot! looking forward to the album...

[@ThisLittleShow]

In a perfect world this would have 50 millions views... no wait.... In a perfect world, we're married and this has 50 millions views. yep that's it ;-)

[@MRcool14153]

Hey Missy is Back!

[@thislittleduck1]

Isn't it great, I heard Butterfly has her own set, and will play bass (of course!) in Missy's band. Foe me it's a double bill of two brilliant singer songwriters.

[@dmr74]

First missy highins song i have liked.

[@AndrewStanleyshocked015]

I think shes awesom love the new single can't wait to see her live in Rockhampton soon !

[@1BustedMyth]

Ahhhhhh Missy !

[@michaelmurphy1807]

I heard Everyone's Waiting on Adam Hills and fell completely in love with it, but strangely guilty too. Maybe I'm misinterpreting some lyrics I heard just once, but sounded to me like she felt some pressure or something? Beautiful melody, luscious piano, gorgeous Missy.

[@IliaKichaev]

Yeah! Cool!!!

[@Sydaus28]

Wow this song is great loved to see Missy back and i agree with ilkelaoh i love the new sound she is bringing and of course evolution for artists is a must or be burried and forgotten. Excellent music, Love ya Missy

[@3Dartist247]

We're good. I was speaking from many years of experience, and I know that an artist develops over time, and I see this song, and especially the sensuality of this video, as a sign of her maturity as an artist. Even if she never does another song and video like this, Missy's established herself as a confident serious artist...the emphasis could apply to any and all of those last three words.

[@duncanyourmate2433]

talent is what talent does , she is brilliant , martom deliaz

[@Vanthea1]

YOU and BUTTERFLY...Brilliant! Thankful that you're playing at the Seymour!! It's right next door... it's like as if you ladies were coming over... =) Secured Tickets for your show.....and pre-ordered your ALBUM.... Not just a Fan... I am a supporter!!! Much love xxx

[@MCDexX]

One of the most bisexual music videos ever recorded. Iconic.

[@Kuevaproductions]

looking forward to the Auckland show in August!

[@goldis21]

deZire with nothing to hide ...fantasticooo !

[@TheCDisUnderMYDesk]

Obviously very different to her older music, and a song I'm sure I'll grow to love as much as the others. I'm excited to hear her new album, I love her music, and I'm glad she's making a comeback, and seems to have escaped the dark patch. Love you, Missy!

[@CharlotEYUT]

simple yet just perfect !!! love it!!! thanks for coming back Missy!!

[@fontinna]

For a sec there she sounded like Fiona Apple with a Aussie accent. I love Missy's voice and I'm totally dig'n her new look and her evolution of her sound. I hope her next Album is as good as her first two. Regardless we really could use her in the dessert of the American Sound scape!

[@Karamiehorse]

Can't wait to hear her Vagrant debut!!

[@wendycrawford6280]

and the clip is so beautifully done, really well done

[@VacantBench]

Congratulations, that's a huge step! Good luck on the new phase of your life ;)

[@flowergirl9414]

now thats different. Sounds great. Will be there for the album to add to all the others on June 1.

[@sao28]

glad to see the paper cutting was put to good use! welcome back Missy, you've been away too long...worth the wait though.

[@wadjela]

“We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.” -Little Gidding, T S Eliot

[@tazzie7777]

I first heard Everyone's Waiting on the commercial for "Revenge" last week, it displayed your name and the title; I knew then that I had to look it up on You tube, so glad I did (heard it on the radio since then).

[@MadmaddyMayhem]

I'm so glad missy Higgins is back I'm in love all over again so talented xo

[@MichelleJarni]

This is an awesome clip, powerful. Also Missy is looking real fine.

[@bobjanson7548]

Should be the way for all to live their lives

[@Z3AL0UZ]

Good music with real instruments & no autotune Looking forward to the album..