Years & Years, Mnek - Valentino (official Video) -

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.

: They literalize the breakup by trashing a rose-filled hotel suite and tearing apart the giant teddy bear. Years & Years, MNEK - Valentino (Official Video)

: Featured on the deluxe edition of the Years & Years album Palo Santo . A defining feature of the "Valentino" video is

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. : Featured on the deluxe edition of the

Together, the two artists engage in a series of cathartic activities designed to "dispose of that piece of trash you called a boyfriend":

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.

Released on Valentine's Day in 2019, the music video for by Years & Years and MNEK is a vibrant "anti-Valentine" anthem that celebrates queer friendship over toxic romance. Directed by Jordan Rossi alongside Olly Alexander and MNEK, the visual provides a stylish, playful guide on how to purge a "nefarious" ex from your life.