Picture this a single unbroken shot a whirlwind of dance and energy. This is the iconic music video for Kiesza’s Hideaway. Right here on Kent Avenue in Williamsburg Brooklyn this very spot witnessed the creation of a global phenomenon. Kiesza’s Hideaway isn’t just a song it’s a story. It’s a story about a nearly missed flight a chance encounter and a burst of creative genius.
Kiesza was about to board a plane to Los Angeles. She was ready to leave New York City. But then her producer Rami Samir Afuni played her a new beat. It was inspired by 90s dance music. It was a sound Kiesza immediately connected with. She grabbed a microphone. In just an hour and a half the song was finished. She almost missed her flight.
The music video for Hideaway is just as remarkable. It was filmed on Kent Avenue and North 12th Street in Williamsburg. It’s a single continuous shot. Kiesza and her dancers move through the streets. They dance with incredible energy. The video captures the vibrancy of Brooklyn. It’s a testament to the power of collaboration and a spontaneous creative explosion.
Kiesza’s brother Blayre Ellestad filmed the Hideaway video. The choreographer was Ljuba Castot. Kiesza herself was involved in the co-production. The video’s unique style even earned a MTV Video Music Award nomination for Best Choreography. The video’s success was unexpected. It became a global sensation. It’s been viewed millions of times on YouTube. The single shot style is truly unique in its style. It’s a feat of filmmaking.
Kiesza’s Hideaway is more than a song and a video. It’s a story of chance a powerful collaboration and a global hit. It’s a story that continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide. Standing here on Kent Avenue you can feel the energy the rhythm the legacy of Kiesza’s Hideaway.