"Die Another Day" is the theme song from the James Bond theme of the same name by American singer and songwriter Madonna. The song initially leaked into the internet in early October 2002 prior to the official release, prompting radio to play the track. It was released commercially as a single on October 22 and was later included on the singer's ninth studio album, American Life (2003). While developing, the track went through numerous changes. After Madonna saw the initial version of the film she adapted the song to its theme, described as a metaphor for destroying one's ego. An electroclash number, "Die Another Day" is a mixture of strings and interpolating electronic swirls, and stuttered editing on Madonna's voice, cutting the main signal on the chorus. It reached the top of the charts in Canada, Italy, and Spain.