The song was released on May 15, 2007. The video aired on MTV, VH1, and CMT shortly after, becoming a fixture of late-2000s music television.
The iconic opening line, "Will you count me in?" , was actually a mistake from the recording session. Caillat initially wanted it removed, but she was outvoted by her team.
A still image from the music video was chosen as the cover art for her debut album, Coco . Video Synopsis & Visuals Colbie Caillat - Bubbly (Official Music Video)
Caillat wrote "Bubbly" about the general feeling of having a crush rather than a specific person. She noted it was the easiest song she ever wrote, taking only 20 minutes to complete.
Released in 2007, the served as the breakout debut for American singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat . Directed by Liz Friedlander , the video captures a dreamy, sun-soaked aesthetic that mirrors the song's themes of innocent love and the "butterflies" felt when developing a crush. Production Details Director: Liz Friedlander. The song was released on May 15, 2007
The video follows a simple, natural narrative that emphasizes a "sunny day by the beach" vibe:
True to her "beach girl" image at the time, Caillat appears in a simple tank top, ripped jeans, and a seashell necklace, often barefoot. Caillat initially wanted it removed, but she was
The video was shot in Southern California, specifically in Caillat's hometown of Malibu and in Santa Barbara .