: The "call and response" vocals—where Momsen’s lines are repeated by a chorus of children—underlines the theme of generational anger and the loss of innocence.
: A group of young children is depicted transfixed by a wall of flickering televisions. Momsen noted these shots represent "variations of all of the issues we as a people are facing," such as personal, political, and social struggles. The Pretty Reckless - Heaven Knows (Official Music Video)
The video's "heaven-and-hell dichotomy" mirrors the song’s foot-stomping, glam-rock rhythm, which critics compared to Queen’s "We Will Rock You". : The "call and response" vocals—where Momsen’s lines
The video is set in a grim, high-school-turned-purgatory environment, filmed on location in Miami. " such as personal