Maddie Zahm – You Might Not Like Her (Official Video)
“You Might Not Like Her” by Maddie Zahm from her forthcoming EP ‘You Might Not Like Her’, out August 12th via AWAL.
STREAM: https://maddiezahm.ffm.to/youmightnotlikeher
EP PRE-ORDER: https://maddiezahm.ffm.to/youmightnotlikeherep
Directed by Gus Black
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LYRICS
If you would’ve told me
I’d throw away my purity
ring in the middle of the airport
My younger self would laugh
would never believe that
It’s against everything we stood for
She’d hate that I smoke weed
and cuss frequently
and she’d try to convert
everyone I call a bestie
You’ll throw shots into the dark
Blackout at a bar
There will be good and then there will be bad parts
Someday you’ll kiss a girl and you’ll panic
Some guy will break your heart and you’ll feel manic
Then You’ll learn to let people have their opinions
And talk about your traumas and like the body you live in
Someday you’ll learn to keep your own secrets
Say you’re okay and really mean it
You’ll lose your faith a bit
Question if she’s you
And for awhile you might not like her
But I do
Somedays feel like whiplash
One eighty and you’ll hate that
You’ll label yourself just to take it back
Convince yourself you’re not bi
Cause you’re way too into guys
The first time you have sex you’ll cry
You’ll sometimes skip meals
And numb how you feel
You’ll miss the old you but here’s the deal
The good girl you were was really fucking bad at being real
Someday you’ll think you disappoint your parents
But they’ll love you not despite but regardless
Then you’ll learn to let people have shitty opinions
And talk about your traumas and like the body you live in
Someday you’ll learn to keep your own secrets
Say you’re doing okay and really mean it
You’ll lose your faith a bit and question if shes you
And for awhile you might not like her but I do
CREDITS
DIRECTOR: Gus Black
PRODUCERS: Kelly Norris Sarno, Ashley Whelan, Gus Black
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Tim Toda
1ST AC: Jorge Olortegui
STEADICAM: Garet Lee Jatsek
2nd AC: Kody Newton
1ST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: McKena Vigilant
2nd ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Ashley Whelan
PRODUCTION MANAGER | ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Jacob Brumfield
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR: Tashia Yeates-Brumfield
GAFFER: Pat Metzler
BEST BOY: George Hysmith
KEY GRIP: Bill Zuehl
GRIP: Dan Misner
PRODUCTION DESIGNER: Nichole Stull
SET DRESSER: Coral Clark
WARDROBE: Amanda (Mariko) Hipperson
ASSISTANT WARDROBE: Amanda Fitch
KEY HAIR & MAKE UP: Carolina Ballesteros
ASSISTANT HMU: Amanda Woods
STILLS ASSISTANT: Lauren Withrow
PA’s: Toni Hagan, Dre Denise, Nate Hardy
CASTING: Lynn Pattnosh, Catrine McGregor & Madalyn VanValkenburgh
BTS: Elizabeth Findley
LABEL: AWAL
VIDEO COMMISSIONER: Bianca Bhagat
SENIOR DIRECTOR, PRODUCT MANAGEMENT: Sarah Goodman
ARTIST MANAGEMENT: Christian Stavros and Heather Kolker
CAST
5 YR OLD MADDIE: Wynter Woods
12 YR OLD MADDIE: Jillian Anderson
19 YR OLD MADDIE: Laney Olson
MOM/DAD: Elicia & Robert Zahm
BOY IN CAR: Isaac Flake
THERAPIST: Shana Tavares
BULLY 1: Zion Gomes
BULLY 2: Jaxon Katseanes
BULLY 3: Rex Adams
KID IN POOL 1: Dutchin Stull
KID IN POOL 2: Nyah Woods
KID IN POOL 3: Olivia Woods
KID IN POOL 4 : Ozzy Marlatt
FREAK ALLY GIRL: McKenna Esteb
YOU MIGHT NOT LIKE HER
WRITTEN BY: Maddie Zahm, Carlee Chappe, Rabbit, Adam Yaron
PRODUCTION: Adam Yaron, Maddie Zahm
MIX ENGINEER: Matt Huber
MASTERED BY: Joe LaPorta
MASTERED AT: Sterling Sound
RECORDING ENGINEER: Adam Yaron
CELLO: Tiger Darrow
VIOLIN: Chase Potter
#maddiezahm #youmightnotlikeher #pride
I honestly have very few words to describe how I feel right now. My coming out story was pretty messy as it normally is even coming from a very progressive home. When we began filming my classic, Northwestern, Patagonia loving, attention hating dad asked if id cast he and my mom as themselves to give him the chance to respond the way he wish he could’ve and wanted to. That moment between my parents and I is a one take, real coming out and I am so honored and grateful to have had that moment with them. I will cherish this video forever because of that. I don’t know how long I get to do this artist thing, but I will never stop waking up in awe that a soon to be teacher from Idaho found herself through music. I love you all.
CONGRATULATIONS ON BEING A TEACHER. MY AUNT IS A PRE SCHOOL TEACHER IN SAN FRANCISCO AND SHE’S STARTING HER OWN THIS SPETERMBER, I KNOW HOW MUCH IT MEANS
NEVER STOP MAKE MUSIC. YOU PULL ON MY HEARTSTRINGS
I love you 💕
You’ll never truly know how much this song resonates with not only me as a big girl but also as someone who grew up religious and struggled with the fact that I’m a lesbian. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this masterpiece.
you’re from Idaho 🥺
This song is a gift. This music video is impossible not to cry to. I think a lot of us relate to it, even if our stories aren’t the same. It’s incredibly powerful. THANK YOU! ❤️❤️😭
This is an absolute masterpiece song and this video… wow, literal chills. This song is going to help so many people out there Maddie. I can’t imagine what it’s like trying to navigate those waters, as if growing up isn’t hard enough already. But this is going to get so many people to see a light at the end of the tunnel. This is SPECIAL, you are special. Thank you for this masterpiece
the fact that you had your parents in this video is so touching as well, cannot get over this video
I AM SO GRATEFUL FOR YOU SHARING YOUR GIFT WITH THE WORLD! ❤️🙌🏻
After only hearing a snippet, I can tell that this song is going to mean so much to so many people. Love it already and can’t wait to scream this in my car! Happy pride month!! Love the song Maddie❤️
Yes, and not only the LGBTQIA+ community but also the neurodivergent community or the ED community. Setting yourself free from shame is so essential.
I’ve never “counted down” to a single release before. This song is everything I didn’t even know that I needed to hear. So validating… I’m not alone. Today’s plan is to listen to this on repeat and cry ALL of the tears, for the most beautiful form of therapy <3 <3 THANK YOU for sharing your story with us. You're playing a role in the healing of SO many.
Same here. I literally had a calendar event! <3
What she said 👆🏻😻 i am obsessed and have to start my day watching this and sobbing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ♥️
SAME! Crying all the tears!
SAME!!! counting down a release of a song has never been so important to me
This made me sob. The scene where she’s crying eating cut me deep and “you’ll say you’re doing ok and really mean it”. I don’t think you understand how many of us are realizing we aren’t the only ones who dealt with these things because of your song. Thank you, from my younger self who needed this, just thank you.
I have NEVER resignated with a song like this in my life. The lyrics. The music video. The entire story. Thank you for making my inner child feels so seen and so validated. I know this song was healing for you but I hope you know how healing it is and will continue to be for millions of people.
My daughter is 13 and she’s never had to come out because it’s just always been known and accepted, by me, at least. For all those struggling out there, you are perfect just the way you are. I could never imagine my daughter for one second not feeling accepted for who she was. It’s heartbreaking to even think about. Sending everyone who’s scared or hurting right now a huge, comforting hug. Happy Pride 🌈❤️
@Nicole MacDonald Thank you so much for that. I’m also 13 and queer but my parents aren’t really accepting of me but it makes me happy to know that there are parents out there who are. Your daughter is very lucky and Happy Pride!
Amazing mamma…❤️ that’s how it should be . I’d hate to think my kids couldn’t tell me anything …as a parent all you want is your child to be happy, safe,loved
This is gonna be the song of the summer 💜 congratulations on your comming out Maddie , thank you for sharing such great and relatable songs with us 💜💗💙💚💛🧡❤ happy Pride