Synopsis
A lone young woman runs through a series of stark, atmospheric locations as the video builds a visual impression of motion, isolation, and escape. The imagery remains deliberately open-ended, favoring fragments and mood over a literal narrative. Her movement is set against the song's expansive alternative-pop sound, with changing light and color creating a dreamlike sense of transformation. Alexina Davidson appears in the credits as the "Running Girl."
Factoids & Trivia
- The video was released on April 14, 2011, ahead of the single's May 9 release through Friends Versus Records.
- Alexina Davidson is the only performer listed in the available screen credits, where she is identified as the "Running Girl."
- The video was made as a Tidal Production. Cinematographer Luca Rocchini later listed "Colour Fade" among his music-video credits.
- "Colour Fade" was the second music video released by Funeral Suits, following "Machines," and was later included on the band's debut album, "Lily of the Valley."
- The song was produced by Stephen Street, who worked with the Dublin band during the development of its debut material.
- The video received a nomination for Video of the Year at the 2011 IMTV Awards.