: The visual style mirrors the song's "flamenco-inspired" sound, blending Latin hues with a campy, high-fashion aesthetic. Unashamed Queer Representation
: The video highlights the importance of platonic support, with the duo sharing champagne baths and heart-shaped chocolates while "cursing" the boy who did them dirty.
The video begins with a cinematic nod to Sex and the City , as Olly Alexander discovers a sticky note on a massive teddy bear from the titular "Valentino" that reads, "I'm sorry. I can't. Don't hate me". While Olly is initially devastated, MNEK arrives to shift the energy from heartbreak to empowerment.
: Featured on the deluxe edition of the Years & Years album Palo Santo .
A defining feature of the "Valentino" video is its bold, authentic representation. Olly Alexander expressed immense pride in the project for being noting that two men singing specifically about a boy remains rare in mainstream pop.
The "Valentino" video serves as a reminder that while romance may be fleeting, a good friend and a little bit of creative destruction are the ultimate cures for a broken heart.
: They literalize the breakup by trashing a rose-filled hotel suite and tearing apart the giant teddy bear.
Years & Years' 'Valentino' Video, Feat. MNEK: Watch | Billboard