The music video for by Palaye Royale , released in May 2022, is a cinematic exploration of toxic love, mental health, and the arduous path toward redemption. Directed by Eva Vik (formerly Eva Doležalová) , the video serves as a centerpiece for the band's fourth studio album, Fever Dream . Visual Symbolism & Setting
Filmed at the Chotěšov Abbey in the Czech Republic, the 12th-century monastery setting enhances the song's themes of penitence and isolation. PALAYE ROYALE - Broken (Official Music Video)
A central metaphor in the video, the burning rose represents the rejection of a "tainted love" and the subsequent metamorphosis or rebirth that follows a painful ending. The music video for by Palaye Royale ,
The video is part of a "metamorphoses series" directed by Vik, portraying a "guardian angel" surveying an "irredeemable man"—a narrative that mirrors vocalist Remington Leith's internal struggles. Song Composition & Emotional Core A central metaphor in the video, the burning
Lyrically, the song explores an unhealthy relationship where both partners are equally unhappy. According to the band, the first verse is written from Remington's perspective, while the second represents his partner's equally damaged point of view.
Despite its heavy title, Leith has stated that "Broken" is ultimately about the opportunity to piece oneself back together into a "better version". Critical & Fan Reception
Premiere: Palaye Royale “Broken” - House of Solo Magazine