JP Saxe – If the World Was Ending ft. Julia Michaels
JP Saxe – If the World Was Ending ft. Julia Michaels (2019)
Directed by: Jason Lester
“If the World Was Ending” is a heartfelt collaboration between Canadian singer-songwriter JP Saxe and American artist Julia Michaels. The song explores themes of longing and reconciliation, contemplating whether former lovers would reunite if faced with an impending apocalypse. The accompanying music video, directed by Jason Lester, portrays the artists reflecting on past relationships amidst a backdrop of an impending disaster, visually capturing the song’s emotional depth. Produced by Finneas, the track features a minimalist arrangement that highlights the poignant lyrics and harmonies between Saxe and Michaels. “If the World Was Ending” received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a nomination for Song of the Year at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. The song is included on JP Saxe’s EP “Hold It Together” and his debut studio album “Dangerous Levels of Introspection.”