La Roux - In For The Kill (official — Video)

The music video, directed by , heavily leans into an 1980s aesthetic.

The video features Elly Jackson driving a classic Toyota MR2 down a dark, moonlit road. A surreal turning point occurs when she encounters another version of herself standing in the road; the video concludes with her eyes glowing white as she continues to drive. La Roux - In For The Kill (Official Video)

Released on March 16, 2009, is the breakthrough second single from the English synth-pop duo La Roux , consisting of vocalist Elly Jackson and producer Ben Langmaid. The track played a pivotal role in the late-2000s synth-pop revival, combining 1980s-inspired analog textures with contemporary electronic production. Lyrical and Musical Composition The music video, directed by , heavily leans

A 2010 remix featuring a verse by Kanye West further cemented the duo's international profile. Commercial and Critical Achievement Released on March 16, 2009, is the breakthrough

The track is characterized by Jackson's signature high-pitched "power-elf" vocals and Langmaid's minimalist, 80s-influenced analog beats . Its primary melodic influence was the title theme from the 1980s animated series Pole Position . Visual Analysis: The Official Music Video

Overview

The track was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 53rd Grammy Awards in 2011, while the parent album won Best Electronic/Dance Album .