What makes Out of the Night by Great White notable?

Out of the Night is significant as it marks Great White's entry into the hard rock genre during a time when the music scene was dominated by mainstream rock bands. Although it did not achieve commercial success initially, it helped pave the way for their later hits and contributed to the growth of Southern California's hard rock scene. Released in 1983, Out of the Night was Great White's debut album, introducing the band to the hard rock scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier. The album laid the groundwork for their future success in the burgeoning glam metal movement.

Who is Out of the Night for?

Out of the Night works well if you're into short energetic bursts of sound, raw power for high-energy moments and fast-paced tracks for quick listens.

How many songs are on Out of the Night?

Out of the Night has 9 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Out of the Night

Great White · 1983

29 min · 9 tracks · hard rock

Raw, energetic hard rock infused with gritty guitar riffs and powerful vocals that capture the essence of early '80s rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Out of the Night — The title track encapsulates the band's sound with its driving rhythm and anthemic chorus, setting a compelling tone for the album.
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On Your Knees — This track showcases powerful vocals and a catchy hook that exemplifies Great White's hard-hitting style while highlighting their lyrical themes of desire.
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Last Time — With its reflective lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, this song represents the band's ability to blend emotional depth with hard rock energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short energetic bursts of sound
raw power for high-energy moments
fast-paced tracks for quick listens
party-ready anthems with grit

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
seek soft, mellow melodies

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1983, Out of the Night was Great White's debut album, introducing the band to the hard rock scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier. The album laid the groundwork for their future success in the burgeoning glam metal movement.
Stylistic neighbors: Tesla· Whitesnake· Skid Row

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

On Your Knees

The narrator shifts from a confident plea to vulnerability as they question their partner's loyalty.

This contrast deepens the emotional complexity of the song, moving from assertiveness to introspection and revealing a more nuanced character.

Tracklist

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

1 Out of the Night 2:15
2 On Your Knees 4:18
3 Last Time 3:42
4 No Way 2:57
6 Out of the Night 2:15
7 On Your Knees 4:18
8 Last Time 3:42
9 No Way 2:57
10 Dead End 3:31

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