Jessie Reyez – Shutter Island
Jessie Reyez – Shutter Island (2017)
Directed by: Peter Huang
“Shutter Island” is a powerful single by Canadian singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez, featured on her debut EP, *Kiddo*. The song delves into themes of emotional turmoil and mental instability, showcasing Reyez’s raw vocal delivery and poignant lyricism. The accompanying music video, directed by Peter Huang, portrays Reyez confined in a glass box, wearing a straitjacket and chains, symbolizing the constraints of a troubled mind. As the video progresses, the box fills with water, intensifying the depiction of her internal struggles. “Shutter Island” received critical acclaim for its unflinching portrayal of mental health issues and was nominated for Fan Fave Video at the 2017 iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards. The track is available on various platforms, including Apple Music.
