What makes The Stroke by Billy Squier notable?

This album is significant for its chart performance, peaking at No. 17 on the Billboard 200 and featuring the hit single 'Stroke Me', which became a staple of rock radio. Additionally, it solidified Squier's presence in the hard rock genre during a time when arena rock was gaining immense popularity. Released in 1981, 'The Stroke' marked Billy Squier's commercial breakthrough after his debut album 'The Tale of the Tape'. This album elevated him into the mainstream rock scene, showcasing a polished sound that would define his career trajectory in the early '80s.