Marsha with All the focus Garnered by 'Far Away'

Marsha with more emotion (pink yellow tint)
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The simple concept of Marsha Ambrosius in her music video for ‘Far Away’ is not the most groundbreaking of inspirations.

The tragic love story between two lovers is a common theme that has been explored in countless plays, movies, dramas, and musicals. However, Ambrosius adds a unique touch to the song by incorporating serious subjects such as suicide, LGBTQ+ rights, and discrimination.

The video portrays Ambrosius spending time with a charming man who is popular among their social circle. However, as soon as his sexual orientation becomes apparent, those who previously enjoyed his company suddenly turn against him, leading to the man taking his own life. Ambrosius stated that the video is not only about her personal contribution to the much-discussed topic but also aims to shed light on the devastating consequences that LGBTQ+ individuals have to endure due to anti-gay bullying in society.

In an interview with MTV News, Ambrosius explained, “The concept for ‘Far Away’ wasn’t unexpected for me as it was a personal experience that I had while writing the song. It stemmed from an experience I went through around the time I wrote it, which was in 2008, when a friend of mine attempted suicide. Being a friend to someone in such a dark place is incredibly difficult because you can’t be there for them in the way you want to be.”

Overall, Ambrosius expressed her satisfaction with the fact that the video has sparked conversations, and the overwhelmingly positive response outweighs any negative comments. She acknowledged that there will always be some who may not resonate with the message, saying, “Anything negative is always summed up with, ‘I still understand where you’re coming from, but it’s just not my thing.'”

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