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. Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (Official Lyric Video)
You can watch the official lyric video for 'Rita Hayworth' here: Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (Official Lyric Video) BillyIdolVEVO YouTube• 15 Oct 2021 Billy Idol – Rita Hayworth Lyrics - Genius The video, created by , uses a distinct
Co-written with longtime collaborator , the song addresses the darker undercurrents of the entertainment industry. : It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from
: It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from a car driving through the streets of Hollywood.
: 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