Reina Mora releases new remix video

Reina Mora is an artist who turns personal strife into powerful musical moments. Originally from Puerto Rico and now based in Los Angeles, she’s been making an impact in the music industry with a musical vision that’s both profoundly personal and socially conscious. Her songwriting is infused with emotion, drawn from a life shaped by hardship, including experiencing homelessness as a teenager and tackling estranged family relationships.

Through it all, music has been both a refuge and a tool for advocacy, as she continues to use her platform to support causes close to her heart. Beyond her artistic endeavours, Reina Mora is passionate about making a difference; volunteering with organisations like UNICEF, Puerto Ricans in Action and You Matter, she actively contributes to raising awareness and aiding those in need. As a member of the SONA steering committee, she is also an outspoken advocate for songwriters’ rights, championing fair treatment in the industry while also supporting women’s and LGBTQ rights.

Her musical journey began in 2016 with a cover of Wham’s beloved seasonal hit “Last Christmas,” providing a launchpad that led to a series of original releases before she took a hiatus in 2020. Last year, she made a powerful return with “Weeds,” a poignant track released on her late mother’s birthday.

Now, she’s back once again with the Elated Remix of the song, dropping it on Valentine’s Day in an act of catharsis, transforming heartbreak into something that invites movement, expression and release. Produced by electronic artist Elated, this remix reframes “Weeds” in an exciting beat-driven setting, shifting from the original’s emotional impact into an electronic experience designed for both the dance floor and deep reflection. It’s a track that encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, whether that means crying, dancing or simply feeling everything in between.

Building from the familiar sound of Reina’s compelling vocals gliding above piano chords, the shuffle of drums injects a rising energy that rises to an epic drop where winding synth lines and deep bass textures add to the driving charge of the uptempo rework of the song. Still retaining all the melodic bliss and moving context of the original version, Elated’s remix reimagines “Weeds” in a euphoric dance music style, capturing Reina’s elegant songwriting in a completely new light.

The accompanying music video adds another layer of meaning, directed by Eric J Vasquez, who saw an opportunity to pay tribute to one of Reina’s biggest inspirations, Fiona Apple. After Reina sent a reference photo from her “Criminal” video, Vasquez built on the idea, using AI-generated reference images to plan the shots before recreating them with a modern twist, resulting in an engaging visual pairing for Reina Mora’s stellar new release.

Watch the music video for WEEDS (Elated Remix) below

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