goodbye music video
goodbye music video
The song “Goodbye” was written by Sophi Joan in 2022 while she was quarantining alone in a hotel room in Amsterdam after contracting COVID. In that moment of isolation and emotional vulnerability and while trying to get over someone, the song arrived almost fully formed. Solitude has a way of accelerating creativity, and “Goodbye” poured out in one sitting, written in roughly an hour and recorded simply as a voice memo. At the time, Sophi never imagined the song would exist beyond her phone. It sat untouched for over two years - until Evan discovered it. When Sophi shared the recording with him, they immediately recognized its potential and knew they had something special.
Evan went on to build the musical foundation of “Goodbye,” layering piano, guitar, drums, and the elements that now define the track. His instincts and musicality shaped the song into what it is today. The project was then passed to Jack Stenzel, whose production brought an added depth and emotional richness to the recording. Jack’s work fully realized the world of “Goodbye,” elevating it into a complete and immersive sonic experience.
With the song finished, Sophi felt strongly that its story deserved a visual counterpart. Determined to release her second music video before the end of the year, production for the “Goodbye” music video officially began in August 2025, with Adrian Doyne-Ditmas stepping in as their fearless director, bringing the process to new extraordinary heights. The crew was assembled largely through online forums, Facebook groups, and grassroots outreach - individuals who, for the most part, had never met before, coming together with a shared passion to create something beautiful and significant.
From storyboards and design decks to location scouting and rewrites, the process moved forward at full speed. Like any ambitious creative endeavor, it came with challenges and unexpected turns, but the team met each obstacle with resilience and collaboration. In many ways, those challenges only strengthened the final vision. The video was shot over three days, November 14–16, 2025, and was even graced with a rare gift: heavy Los Angeles rain on Friday night, which allowed the team to capture the striking dance sequence that now serves as one of the video’s most memorable moments.
Above all, this project stands as a testament to the dedication, generosity, and trust of an extraordinary team. Every individual involved brought their time, talent, and belief to the table, often under tight timelines and challenging conditions. “Goodbye” exists in its final form because of that collective effort. The gratitude for this team cannot be overstated—what began as a voice memo in isolation became a fully realized piece of art through shared vision, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the story being told.
Meet the team!
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Sophi Joan
(She/Her) Singer / Songwriter / Producer
Sophi is so incredibly thrilled to share “Goodbye” with you! She cannot express her love and gratitude for this incredible team who made her dreams come true.
Making music was never something she thought she would be doing, but it has been the greatest gift and best passion she ever could have asked for. She has been able to meet such brilliant artists along the way and this team was every birthday candle blown out. Sophi is so happy to have this out in the world:)
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Zanlin Myint (Evan)
(He/Him) Music Producer / Music Director / Instrument Lover
Hey! I’m Evan — a music producer, director, and all-around music nerd who loves turning ideas into sounds. I started out jamming with my university band (shoutout to those crazy late-night rehearsals!) and ended up falling in love with performing on stage and making music that actually means something.
I produce and write songs that are a mix of feeling, rhythm, and a little bit of chaos (in the best way). I play a bunch of instruments — if it makes sound, I’ll probably mess around with it until it turns into something cool.
My style? Always evolving. I don’t box myself in. I just follow what feels good, whether it’s chill and emotional or upbeat and weird. I believe music doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to be real.
Still growing, still experimenting, and always down to collaborate. Let’s make something awesome together.
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Jack Stenzel
Mixing / Mastering
Visionary. Sonic Sensei. Hope technician.
I don't need a ring camera to tell me I got motion.
"The Chaste One".
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Adrian Doyne-Ditmas
Producer / Director / Director of Photography / Camera Operator
A filmmaker born and raised in coastal Maine surrounded by art and natural beauty. Now in Los Angeles, Adrian is looking to work his creative muscles and meet like-minded artists with a passion for storytelling and film.
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Chinmayee Kharche
Production Designer
Hi! I’m Chinmayee, but most people call me Chin. My journey into art began in childhood, when I was endlessly curious, always sketching, building, and noticing beauty in the everyday. I didn’t know it then, but I was laying the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of artistic expression. That path led me to study architecture, where I discovered the power of design to shape both form and feeling. Architecture taught me to think structurally and creatively, but everything shifted when I attended a set design workshop in my first year. That was the moment I fell in love with film. Production design felt like the perfect intersection of my passions: storytelling, visual language, and immersive environments. Early in my career, I had the privilege of learning under a renowned Production Designer, an experience that shaped how I approach cinematic storytelling. Later, at Chapman University, I deepened my craft and voice as a designer. Learning from seasoned professionals and collaborating with fellow students gave me a range of perspectives that pushed me to grow in unexpected ways. Since then, I’ve dedicated myself to creating cinematic worlds that feel alive, layered, and emotionally resonant. My work is rooted in story, culture, and human connection, driven by the belief that great design doesn’t just support a narrative, it shapes how it’s felt. Today, I am proud to call myself a Production Designer, representing India and currently based in Los Angeles.
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Xander Priddie
Actor / Choreographer
Xander Priddie (They/He) explores Afrosurrealism, mental health, and didactic methods in their work. They act, direct, write, dance, choreograph, teach and hold space with the sole focus of making people feel less alone.
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Madeleine Van Beek
Assistant Director
Maddie has been a filmmaker for a decade. As a teenager, she produced her short films as a one-woman crew. She attended Middlebury College as a double major in Film Studies and Computer Science. Since graduating, she has bounced between television shows, independent film sets, music videos, and commercials. She has experience as a Director, Cinematographer, Assistant Director, and Production Coordinator. Maddie is stoked to be the 1st AD on the "Goodbye" music video and join the amazing team!
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Troy Lucia
Second Camera
Virtual Production Specialist, Unreal Engine Animator, Motion Capture Artist :)
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Nate Phaen
(Him/Him) Editor
Nathan Phaen is a video editor and multidisciplinary filmmaker combining emotional storytelling and rhythm. With a background in documentary filmmaking, socially driven content, and even live events. From personal passion projects to polished commercial work.
As the video editor for this music video, Nate is pleased to bring the artist’s message and the director’s vision to life. Balancing visual identity with performance, narrative, and emotion. Drawing on years of experience in pre- and post-production.
Originally from Maine and a graduate of the New England School of Communications, Nate has edited documentaries, narrative shorts, promotional content, and social media pieces that have appeared in festivals, news outlets, and community platforms. His work is shaped by a commitment to authenticity and the belief that impactful stories can help shape our society.
Whether collaborating on music, film, or social content, Nate approaches every project with poise, curiosity, and a dedication to creating meaningful work.
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Sarah Logie
(She/Her) Production Assistant
Sarah has always been passionate about music, writing, and film, so she had an immense amount of fun being a part of this project!
When Sarah is not busy being the best darn barista this town has ever seen, she is writing, singing, crafting, and scheming. Sarah has made it her life’s mission to consume and create as much art as possible in all forms imaginable. She is glad that the beautiful and emotionally raw Goodbye song and music video have made her one step closer to reaching that goal. Most importantly, Sarah has a cat named Beetle who she would die for. She believes Beetle will one day make it to stardom and hopes that Beetle’s fame will support her frivolous lifestyle.
Sarah is so excited for everyone to see and love the Goodbye music video! It was a pleasure for her to meet and work with everyone on this project and she hopes to do more like this in the future!
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Bee Danetaras
(They/She/He) Photographer // BTS
Bee is a multi-disciplinary artist working as a creative producer & operations specialist in Los Angeles, CA. With over 8 years of working professionally as a short series producer, set designer, and editorial photographer, Bee loves to exercise micro-skills while working their macro-skills.
Bee is excited to work on "Goodbye" with Sophi Boylan & Adrian Doyne-Ditmas to capture the moments we might miss while getting lost in the "on set production process" sauce.