Dua — Lipa Swan Song From Alita Battle Angel [official Music Video]

: Described as "electropop" with "muted electronics," the song features cinematic horns, orchestral stabs, and heavy drums.

: Inspired by the film's protagonist, Alita, the song emphasizes speaking up against injustices and fighting for marginalized people. : Described as "electropop" with "muted electronics," the

Directed by Floria Sigismondi, the blockbuster visual places Dua Lipa directly into the dystopian "Iron City" from the film. : Sigismondi designed the video as an allegory

: Sigismondi designed the video as an allegory for any person discovering their inner strength . Critical and Commercial Reception The song’s title is intentionally contradictory; Dua Lipa

: The lyrics draw significant inspiration from the 1980s HIV/AIDS advocacy group ACT UP . The pre-chorus line, "staying silent's the same as dying," directly paraphrases the group's motto, “Silence = Death” .

The song’s title is intentionally contradictory; Dua Lipa has stated that the track is "not a swan song," but rather "only the beginning of our fight for justice ".