Billy Idol - Rita Hayworth (official Lyric Video) May 2026

: Features Steve Stevens on guitar and Blair Sinta on drums.

The video, created by , uses a distinct visual style to complement the song's "hard-driving" rock energy: 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 : Features Steve Stevens on guitar and Blair Sinta on drums

: 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 tells the story of a young woman

Co-written with longtime collaborator , the song addresses the darker undercurrents of the entertainment industry.

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

: 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.