007 First Light looks like a pretty new take on James Bond, but the latest reveal confirms that a long-time staple of the franchise will be carried on in fine fashion. The upcoming title, courtesy of Hitman developer IO Interactive, seems to be pulling out all stops to deliver a memorable re-debut for Bond games after a 14-year hiatus.
Opening theme songs are an iconic part of James Bond films and games alike, and 007 First Light has now revealed its own take on the tradition. As reported by Variety, the new track bears the same name as the game and comes courtesy of an iconic modern singer.
The theme song "First Light," available now on music streaming platforms, is performed by pop singer Lana Del Rey. If you've heard enough Bond themes, you'll know what to expect from this one — big vocals, stirring swells, and a classic sampling of strings and horns in the mix. The lyrics touch on both the name ("Run into the sun like it's the first light of day") and, perhaps incidentally, the video game format ("Dying just to know whether you'll play your life like a game").
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