The official music video for by Quavo and Takeoff was released on October 31, 2022, just hours before Takeoff’s tragic passing in Houston. Directed by Quavo and Daps , the visual is a surreal "house of horrors" themed production that explores themes of betrayal and chaos. Video Narrative and Visual Themes The video follows a "dream within a dream" structure:
: In a direct nod to real-world controversy, Quavo raps his verse from a camera angle mimicking an elevator security feed. He is seen with a bright orange game console case, which many interpreted as a reference to his public elevator altercation with ex-girlfriend Saweetie. Lyrical Meaning and Controversy Quavo & Takeoff -"Messy" (Official Video)
The song, featured on their collaborative album , contains lines that fueled significant internet speculation regarding the Migos' split: The official music video for by Quavo and
: Quavo wakes up a sleeping Takeoff in a car, telling him he just had a "messy" dream. They both fall back asleep, entering a dimly lit, cobweb-filled haunted house. He is seen with a bright orange game
: As they move through the hallways, they witness various "messy" scenarios—guests throwing food, heated card games turning into yelling matches, and arguing couples.