Experience the chemistry between Perri and Mraz through their official video and notable live performances:
Directed by and released on June 30, 2012, the official music video visualizes the song's theme of separation. christina perri feat. jason mraz - distance
: The video takes place in a "cool house" where Perri and Mraz are in separate rooms, singing the song without ever appearing on screen together. Experience the chemistry between Perri and Mraz through
: Perri describes the song as being about a love that is either "too soon" or "too late," leading to a self-imposed emotional distance to keep the secret. : The video concludes with Perri stripping down
: The video concludes with Perri stripping down a wall of photos and tearing through a physical wall, signifying the moment of letting go and breaking the emotional tension.
: Lines like "Say I love you when you're not listening" and "Please don't stand so close to me / I'm having trouble breathing" highlight the struggle of maintaining boundaries while feeling deep affection. The Collaboration with Jason Mraz