Sofia Carson has described the song as a "meaningful story" that defines beauty not as a physical concept, but as a "state of kindness in our hearts". The lyrics specifically address societal issues like based on who they love or where they come from, urging a return to a simpler, more compassionate version of "beautiful".
: Fans often note a mirror in the video that serves as a subtle nod to Carson's character Evie from Disney's Descendants . Core Message
Sofia Carson - Back to Beautiful (Official Video) ft. Alan Walker SofiaCarsonVEVO YouTube• Feb 16, 2017 Back to Beautiful
: Nava used lasers and neon spotlights during the musical drops to visually represent the "anxiety and frustration" present in the song's themes of social judgment and self-criticism.
Sofia Carson has described the song as a "meaningful story" that defines beauty not as a physical concept, but as a "state of kindness in our hearts". The lyrics specifically address societal issues like based on who they love or where they come from, urging a return to a simpler, more compassionate version of "beautiful".
: Fans often note a mirror in the video that serves as a subtle nod to Carson's character Evie from Disney's Descendants . Core Message
Sofia Carson - Back to Beautiful (Official Video) ft. Alan Walker SofiaCarsonVEVO YouTube• Feb 16, 2017 Back to Beautiful
: Nava used lasers and neon spotlights during the musical drops to visually represent the "anxiety and frustration" present in the song's themes of social judgment and self-criticism.