: The video is a stylized, black-and-white noir film inspired by the movie The Night Porter , emphasizing voyeurism and high-fashion aesthetics. Historical Context: The "Chauffeur Problem"
A notable cultural reference is the 1982 song by the British band Duran Duran, appearing on their album Rio . The Chauffeur
: Employers often complained about "arrogant" chauffeurs who took cars for joyrides or extorted kickbacks from repair shops, a period historians call the "chauffeur problem". Modern Professional Service : The video is a stylized, black-and-white noir
: It features cryptic imagery (e.g., "Sing blue silver") and is often cited as one of the band's most artistic and enduring tracks. : The video is a stylized
In the early 20th century, the rise of the automobile created a unique social class: the professional chauffeur.