Britney Spears Criticizes Halsey's 'Lucky' Video

Halsey released a new music video for 'Lucky,' inspired by Britney Spears' 2000 hit of the same name. Initially, Spears criticized the video, feeling 'harassed, violated, and bullied,' and threatened legal action. However, she soon retracted her statement, claiming her account was hacked and expressing support for Halsey. Halsey's video, directed by Gia Coppola, depicts the struggles of fame and personal health issues, drawing parallels to Spears' original storyline. Despite the initial backlash, Spears had previously given her blessing for the project, which Halsey confirmed. The video and song address themes of fame, health struggles, and personal hardship, resonating deeply with Halsey's own experiences.