Is Native Tongue a good place to start with Poison?

Yes, Native Tongue is recommended as a starting point for new Poison listeners. Glamorous hard rock riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, encapsulating a shift towards deeper themes in Poison's sound. Released on February 8, 1993, Native Tongue marked Poison's fifth studio album and their first without original guitarist C.C. DeVille. The album came at a time when the glam metal genre was waning, and Poison sought to evolve their sound while maintaining their signature style. This transitional phase reflected both personal changes within the band and broader shifts in the rock landscape.

Who is Native Tongue for?

Native Tongue works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, reflective moments between anthems and uplifting melodies for road trips.

How many songs are on Native Tongue?

Native Tongue has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Native Tongue

Poison · 1993

56 min · 15 tracks · hard rock

Glamorous hard rock riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, encapsulating a shift towards deeper themes in Poison's sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Scream Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Stand — This track embodies the album's thematic pivot towards resilience and introspection, showcasing a more serious side of Poison's songwriting.
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Body Talk — With its catchy hooks and infectious energy, this song exemplifies the band's classic glam rock flair while hinting at their musical evolution.
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Ain’t That the Truth — The reflective lyrics and powerful delivery highlight Poison's attempt to tackle heavier subject matter, marking a significant departure from their earlier work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
reflective moments between anthems
uplifting melodies for road trips
introspective lyrics with vibrant sound

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Represents a shift in sound and themes, but not widely recognized as a standout.
Themes: glam rock evolution· personal resilience
Career context: Released on February 8, 1993, Native Tongue marked Poison's fifth studio album and their first without original guitarist C.C. DeVille. The album came at a time when the glam metal genre was waning, and Poison sought to evolve their sound while maintaining their signature style. This transitional phase reflected both personal changes within the band and broader shifts in the rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Mötley Crüe· Def Leppard· Cinderella

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Stand

The chorus shifts from contemplation to an empowering rallying call, urging listeners to find strength amidst adversity.

The transition from vulnerability to empowerment illustrates a structural growth in songwriting, reflecting the band's desire to inspire through their music.