Robbie Williams Revisits the 90s on 'The Word' for 'Pretty Face' Video
Robbie Williams travels back to the 1990s to perform on the iconic variety show The Word in his new video for the song "Pretty Face." The show, which ran from 1990 to 1995, was known as a late-night platform for legendary bands like Nirvana, Oasis, and Happy Mondays.
Concept and Visuals of the Video
In the video, Williams dons a red tracksuit top and sports bleached hair reminiscent of his appearance at Glastonbury 1995. The footage is styled with a grainy, vintage look, capturing the energetic atmosphere of a jumping crowd dancing along to his Britpop-inspired track.
“This is my ‘DeLorean Moment’ back to 1995… The Word was the late-night gateway to so many – Nirvana, Oasis, Happy Mondays…”
Context of the New Album 'BRITPOP'
The track is from Robbie Williams’ upcoming album titled BRITPOP, initially scheduled for release in October but now postponed to 2026. Despite the delay, Williams has released the video ahead of the album launch.
Recent Performances
Recently, Robbie Williams performed his smallest-ever ticketed show in London on October 9, where he played his debut album and performed the entire BRITPOP album live.
Summary
Robbie Williams’ 'Pretty Face' video creatively honors 90s Britpop culture by revisiting the atmosphere of The Word, reflecting his nostalgic inspiration for the forthcoming album BRITPOP.
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