Adele’s ‘Skyfall’ Bond theme song released (VIDEO)

WASHINGTON – You knew she’d recorded it, and now you can hear it. And buy it.

British singer Adele had confirmed she co-wrote and performed the theme to the upcoming James Bond movie “Skyfall,” and the song is now posted on YouTube and Adele’s website homepage, complete with a video showing the lyrics.

The song – also called “Skyfall” and available on iTunes and Amazon – was written by Adele and Paul Hepworth, who co-wrote her hit “Rolling in the Deep.” It was recorded at London’s famed Abbey Road Studios.

The song’s release coincides with the 50th anniversary of the release of “Dr. No,” the first Bond movie. You can listen to it and see the lyrics in the video below.

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