Alicia Keys takes on interracial dating in the past and present in the video for “Un-thinkable (I’m Ready),” the third single from The Element of Freedom. The powerful clip, which premieres May 12 on VEVO, was directed by Jake Nava and co-stars actor Chad Michael Murray as Alicia’s love interest.
“Alicia is a true artist and I was very pleased that she was brave enough to go with this unusual concept. Together I believe we have done something new and important,” said Nava. “I hope people are entertained by this video, but that it also makes them think. Alicia was a joy to work with. I love her music and aimed to enhance her visual impact in the marketplace.”
Beyoncé’s Brazilian fans will have more than a ticket to remind them that the superstar visited their country. The singer will reportedly shoot a video for her collaboration with Alicia Keys next week in the South American nation.
Keys will arrive in Brazil next week to film the video for “Put It in a Love Song” on Tuesday, February 9, in Rio de Janeiro, reports Brazilian newspaper O Dia. Beyoncé is currently playing shows in Brazil as part of her I Am… world tour.
According to the paper, the clip will be shot against the backdrop of Rio’s landscape, including a slum, a school, and the Sambadrome where Carnival parades are held. The two divas will be outfitted in Carnival-inspired costumes, including Swarovski headwear.
Rio has provided the backdrop for other notable videos such as Michael Jackson’s “They Don’t Care About Us,” directed by Spike Lee, and Snoop Dogg and Pharrell’s collaboration “Beautiful.”
“Put It in a Love Song” is the third single from Keys’ fourth album The Element of Freedom, which is currently No. 11 on the Billboard 200.
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