The video is a direct homage to Massive Attack's 1991 video for "Unfinished Sympathy".

Deep Song Breakdown, “Bittersweet Symphony” By The Verve

The official music video for by The Verve, released on June 11, 1997, is one of the most enduring visual representations of the Britpop era. Directed by Walter Stern , it features lead singer Richard Ashcroft walking down a busy sidewalk in Hoxton, London , without ever breaking his stride or altering his direction. Visual Concept and Themes

The Verve - Bitter Sweet Symphony (official Music Video) May 2026

The video is a direct homage to Massive Attack's 1991 video for "Unfinished Sympathy".

Deep Song Breakdown, “Bittersweet Symphony” By The Verve

The official music video for by The Verve, released on June 11, 1997, is one of the most enduring visual representations of the Britpop era. Directed by Walter Stern , it features lead singer Richard Ashcroft walking down a busy sidewalk in Hoxton, London , without ever breaking his stride or altering his direction. Visual Concept and Themes