Look What the Cat Dragged In cover

Look What the Cat Dragged In

Poison · 1986

33 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · glam metal

High-energy glam rock anthems laced with catchy hooks and a party-ready attitude define this debut album.

Why this album works

'Look What the Cat Dragged In' significantly impacted the glam metal genre, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and selling over three million copies in the U.S. Its success helped lay the groundwork for Poison’s enduring career and established them as icons in hard rock during a pivotal era.
Career context
Released in January 1986, 'Look What the Cat Dragged In' marked Poison's debut album, launching them into the spotlight of the glam metal scene. At this point, the band was establishing their identity amidst the burgeoning popularity of hair metal in the mid-80s, capitalizing on a growing fanbase primed for exuberant rock music.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Holograf· Crush 40

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Cry Tough Standout 3:37
  • 2 I Want Action Standout 3:07
  • 3 I Won’t Forget You 3:36
  • 4 Play Dirty 4:06
  • 5 Look What the Cat Dragged In 3:11
  • 6 Talk Dirty to Me Standout 3:46
  • 7 Want Some, Need Some 3:40
  • 8 Blame It on You 2:35
  • 9 #1 Bad Boy 3:16
  • 10 Let Me Go to the Show 2:45

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