Part plotted symbolism and part spontaneous goofballery, the music video is sure to not take itself too seriously. For a song about recklessly taking the leap into the next stage of a relationship while acknowledging the warning signs, it’s a fitting tone.
Visual gags during the more story-centric parts like the misspelled tattoo and the bouquet of literal red flags are inspired, memorable, and chuckle-worthy. They convey elements of the lyrics without being too literal while reflecting the seemingly contradictory notion that bad ideas can sometimes be fun in spite of later regrets.
Meanwhile, another half of the video involves merely a blank screen featuring Kat Lock, supporting vocalists Mackenzie Fox & Sophia Massad, and a handful of friends & musicians acting off the cuff. One can guess that flossing was not in the pre-production notes. While all of the horsing around and mugging at the camera is fun in itself, it also serves to echo the impulsiveness of the song’s topic.
Perhaps due to budget constraints, the unscripted projector screen parts do get far more screen time than the more theatrical story parts, which is a shame since those story parts are so good.
Nonetheless, “Biggest Mistake” remains a bright, catchy number in both song and video, and it’s one that provides a little food for thought, too, about life’s blissful indulgences.