Synopsis
Kazaky's "The Sun" places the trio in a surreal, desert-like fantasy inspired by The Wizard of Oz. Moving through stark landscapes and theatrical settings, the performers appear as mysterious travelers whose journey unfolds through stylized poses, ritualistic gestures, and striking visual tableaux. The video replaces the group's familiar high-heeled choreography with a more cinematic presentation centered on bodies, atmosphere, and transformation. Its imagery turns the song's themes of distance, loss, and renewal into an abstract fairy tale.
Factoids & Trivia
- The video was filmed in Tel Aviv over two days, using the stark Israeli surroundings to give the production a sun-baked, otherworldly appearance.
- Contemporary coverage described the concept as Kazaky's own interpretation of The Wizard of Oz, rather than a straightforward narrative adaptation.
- "The Sun" marked a visual change for the group. The video largely avoids Kazaky's signature high-heeled dance style, emphasizing sculptural poses and exposed torsos instead.
- The track appears on the second part of the group's album "I Like It," which was split into two releases because of the stylistic variety of its songs.
- A behind-the-scenes film was released before the finished video, offering an early look at the Israeli locations and the production's fantasy concept.
- The official music video was published on Kazaky's YouTube channel on June 12, 2014.