A collaboration series with Melanie Martinez and YouTube Music looking into the inspiration behind K-12. Melanie Martinez's creative drive and talents as a visual artist have long distinguished her from other musicians. With her debut album Cry Baby, Melanie introduced the world to her distinctly original vision with hits like “Pity Party”, “Pacify Her”, “Alphabet Boy”, “Carousel” and “Sippy Cup”. Creating unique music videos for each album track, including “Soap/Training Wheels” and “Tag, You're It/Milk and Cookies”, Melanie portrays the traumas and insecurities of the album's titular character over a bed of electro pop, alternative and hip-hop. Her latest triumph K-12, an inspired new album and feature film directed by and starring Melanie, brings together a melting pot of low-key hip-hop, soulful pop and indie-leaning electro with whimsical, surreal visuals and magical realism to stunning results.
CreatorMelanie Martinez
Arts & Crafts
Nov 15, 2019
Arts & Crafts with Melanie Martinez follows the evolution of Melanie’s creative process, from writing poetry as a child to bringing her debut feature film K-12 to life. Produced in collaboration with YouTube Music, this piece gives exclusive insight into her limitless drive to create, and the healing power of artistic self-expression.
P.E.
Dec 6, 2019
P.E. with Melanie Martinez explores Melanie’s growth through movement and intro to choreography for her feature film K-12. In conversation with her K-12 choreographer, Brian Friedman, the duo discuss their inspiration, favorite moments and how the experience shifted Melanie’s perception of what she can accomplish as an artist.
Recess
Dec 19, 2019
Recess with Melanie Martinez features an intimate acoustic performance of the K-12 song. Inside a heavenly, pink-adorned classroom, Melanie is joined by two harpists as she sings about the importance of taking time for yourself. Featuring: Liska Yamada & Lara Somogyi.
