Melanie Martinez – Teacher’s Pet
Melanie Martinez – Teacher’s Pet (2019)
Directed by: Melanie Martinez Alissa Torvinen
Teacher’s Pet is the eleventh track on Melanie Martinez’s sophomore album, *K-12*, released on September 6, 2019. Co-written and produced by Martinez and Michael Keenan, the song delves into themes of grooming and inappropriate teacher-student relationships, portraying the story of Cry Baby’s best friend, Angelita, who becomes entangled in a manipulative affair with her biology teacher. The music video, directed by Melanie Martinez and Alissa Torvinen, was initially part of the *K-12* film and later released separately on February 5, 2020. Set in the surreal world of the K-12 Sleepaway School, the video features Emma Harvey as Angelita and Márton Béhr as the teacher, highlighting the power imbalance and emotional turmoil inherent in the narrative. The track blends elements of power pop, alternative pop, electro-rock, and dark pop, and has been recognized for its bold commentary on sensitive subjects.
