Hozier - Cherry Wine (official Video) [Verified Source]

: It features actress Saoirse Ronan as a woman in an abusive relationship. The video shows her sharing intimate, "loving" moments with her partner, which contrasts sharply with the final reveal of her physical bruises as she removes her makeup.

Watch the official music video for Cherry Wine, starring Saoirse Ronan: Hozier - Cherry Wine HozierVEVO YouTube• Feb 13, 2016 Why the Video is Impactful Hozier - Cherry Wine (Official Video)

The song itself was recorded at dawn on the rooftop of an abandoned hotel. The bird sounds you hear in the background weren't added in a studio; they were a "happy accident" from recording outdoors at sunrise. : It features actress Saoirse Ronan as a

Released as part of the campaign, the video is praised for how it visually subverts the song's gentle melody to expose a darker reality. The bird sounds you hear in the background

: Viewers often note that the abuser's charming behavior in the video explains why victims often find it so difficult to leave. Recording Trivia

: While the lyrics are written from the perspective of a male victim, the video portrays a female victim, emphasizing that domestic violence is a universal issue.