Different: Robbie Williams -
Directed by W.I.Z., the music video is a meta-cinematic experience featuring two distinct "Robbie" personas:
: In one domestic scene, the gangster character is shown wasting a pint of milk his wife specifically bought for him, underscoring their strained connection. Lyric & Theme Interpretation Robbie Williams - Different
: The "film" within the video stars Robbie as a 1950s-style bank bandit/gangster struggling with a failing relationship while trying to balance his criminal life. Directed by W
"Different" is a soaring orchestral ballad released in December 2012 as the second single from Robbie Williams' ninth studio album, . It is one of his many successful collaborations with long-term songwriting partner Guy Chambers . Music Video Concept It is one of his many successful collaborations
: The pre-chorus mentions "Praying to a god I don't think exists," reflecting a theme of spiritual isolation common in his more emotional works like "Feel". Production & Trivia
: The track followed the high-energy #1 hit "Candy," providing a more vulnerable, classic "Robbie ballad" contrast on the Take the Crown album.