Some artists release music videos. Others create manifestos. Lida Lee belongs firmly to the latter. Her latest visual for “Tantsi” (“Dances”) is far more than a companion piece to the song—it is a bold artistic statement. Stylish, fearless, and unapologetically self-assured, the video challenges conventions with striking confidence.
Set inside a billiards club—a space traditionally associated with male dominance—the story follows Lida as she steps into the room with effortless confidence and quiet determination. Every eye is on her, yet her attention never wavers from the game itself.
The video’s defining moment comes when she meets her opponent. Two women. Two distinct personalities. One table. Their match unfolds with intensity, mutual respect, and the unmistakable chemistry that exists between equals. They are not competing for anyone’s approval—they are playing for themselves. When the game is over, the two women walk out together, leaving behind a room full of captivated onlookers. The ending delivers its message without explanation: women are powerful on their own, and even stronger when they stand beside one another.
Adding another memorable layer to the film is a cameo appearance by Oleksii Novikov, the World’s Strongest Man and Europe’s Strongest Man, whose presence reinforces the video’s larger conversation about power and strength.
Lida describes the idea behind “Tantsi” in her own words:
“It’s about choosing freedom and allowing yourself to do what you truly want, even if someone labels it ‘not a woman’s place.’ Don’t hold yourself back because of stereotypes someone else invented. Every woman has a rebel inside her, and sooner or later there comes a moment when she’s ready to make her own statement.”
Behind the striking visuals is a deeply personal story. Throughout filming, Lida was supported by the person who knows her beyond the spotlight—her partner, Daniel Salem. He wasn’t simply present on set; he stood beside her throughout the production, offering the kind of quiet encouragement that often becomes the foundation of creative confidence.
Following the video’s release, Daniel shared a heartfelt message on Instagram that resonated with fans:
“I’m inspired by how much strength you have and how determined you are to create something that’s truly your own. I’ll support you in everything.”
It serves as a reminder of a simple yet enduring truth: no matter how strong a woman may be, genuine support from the person she loves can become the foundation upon which confidence, inspiration, and happiness continue to grow.