What makes Cry Tough by Poison notable?

'Cry Tough' became a defining anthem for the glam metal movement, charting at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its success helped solidify Poison's status in the music industry, contributing to their eventual multi-platinum success and influence on future glam rock bands. Upon the release of 'Cry Tough' in August 1986, Poison was on the cusp of their breakthrough, following up their debut album 'Look What the Cat Dragged In'. This single marked the band's transition into mainstream visibility as they began to dominate the glam metal scene alongside contemporaries like Mötley Crüe.