Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (official Lyric Video) File

: It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from a car driving through the streets of Hollywood.

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 Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (Official Lyric Video)

: The chorus includes a prominent nod to the movie Jaws with the line, "You’re swimmin’ with Jaws / You’re gonna need a bigger boat," serving as a warning about the predatory nature of "dream towns" like Hollywood. Lyric Video Visuals : It features grainy, 16mm-style footage taken from

The video, created by , uses a distinct visual style to complement the song's "hard-driving" rock energy: Song Meaning and Themes : The chorus includes

: 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.

: These live-action shots are blended with ominous cartoon animations that depict the seedy side of show business, reinforcing the song’s warning about predatory "beautiful thieves". Production Credits Producer : Butch Walker.