Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (official Lyric Video) Direct
The official lyric video for was released on October 15, 2021, as the opening track for Billy Idol's EP, The Roadside . This project marked Idol's first new release of original material in nearly seven years, following his 2014 album Kings & Queens of the Underground . Song Meaning and Themes
The video, created by , uses a distinct visual style to complement the song's "hard-driving" rock energy:
: The lyrics explore themes of sexual harassment and abuse within the film world. It tells the story of a young woman being approached by a "nothin' producer" who tries to manipulate her with superficial flattery by comparing her to Hollywood legend Rita Hayworth.
: It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from a car driving through the streets of Hollywood.
Co-written with longtime collaborator , the song addresses the darker undercurrents of the entertainment industry.
: Features Steve Stevens on guitar and Blair Sinta on drums.
The official lyric video for was released on October 15, 2021, as the opening track for Billy Idol's EP, The Roadside . This project marked Idol's first new release of original material in nearly seven years, following his 2014 album Kings & Queens of the Underground . Song Meaning and Themes
The video, created by , uses a distinct visual style to complement the song's "hard-driving" rock energy:
: The lyrics explore themes of sexual harassment and abuse within the film world. It tells the story of a young woman being approached by a "nothin' producer" who tries to manipulate her with superficial flattery by comparing her to Hollywood legend Rita Hayworth.
: It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from a car driving through the streets of Hollywood.
Co-written with longtime collaborator , the song addresses the darker undercurrents of the entertainment industry.
: Features Steve Stevens on guitar and Blair Sinta on drums.