: NBA star Shaquille O'Neal makes a surprise appearance. Adam Young, a huge fan, personally requested his involvement. In his scene, Shaq lifts his arms toward the glowing vortex and mouths the words, "Take me with you".

: The video was shot on location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania , and at the Marblehead Lighthouse in Ohio. Owl City - Vanilla Twilight (Official Music Video)

Watch the official music video and behind-the-scenes content to see how the frozen landscapes and Shaq's cameo came together: Owl City - Vanilla Twilight (Official Music Video) YouTube · OwlCityVEVO Owl City - Cinematic (Behind The Scenes) YouTube · Owl City Owl City - Vanilla Twilight (Official HD Music Video) YouTube · chayan mondal Expand map : NBA star Shaquille O'Neal makes a surprise appearance

The video was produced by and is known for its heavy use of visual effects and dreamlike atmosphere. : The video was shot on location in

The official music video for "Vanilla Twilight," released on March 22, 2010, is a surreal visual exploration of longing and wonder directed by . Adam Young (Owl City) wrote the song as a personal ballad about a high school sweetheart who moved away, centering on the simple message: "I wish you were here with me". Production & Visual Style

The video features various ordinary people and a dog in a small town all stopping to witness a strange, celestial phenomenon in awe.