Lack of Communication (song)
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Lack of Communication is a song recorded by American glam metal band Ratt. It is the sixth track of their classic album Out of the Cellar. It was released as a single in 1984 through Atlantic Records. It is 3:52 long. The single didn't make the charts, however it received some radio play. The song was co-written by group bassist Juan Croucier and vocalist Stephen Pearcy.
Theme
Lack of Communication is a deep rumination on the contradictory nature of modern conflict and human interaction in general. By greater implication, the duality of man itself is also explored. The band made a bold move in stating an absolutist resolve to a relative problem. That compromise can achieve conflict resolution was still a novel concept when the song was written. The lyrical theme of the song serves as a testament to the songwriting versatility of band. Most other glam metal bands focused on casual sex, alcoholic consumption, illicit drug use, and the occult. Ratt exhibited introspective, intelligent, observant, witty and at times even poignant reflections on matters greater than cartoonish fantasy. This is why many cite Ratt as the forerunners to Guns N' Roses and Nirvana. While Ratt never reached the level of depth of the bands that followed in their footsteps, they no doubtedly served as the metaphorical bridge between the pulp nature of 1980s glam rock and the more thoughtful and organic alt-rock of the 1990s. The music itself was ahead of its peers as it features a thrashier sound as well as darker riffs than was popular in metal during the early to mid 1980s. Juan Croucier's daring composition melded well with Stephen Pearcy's controversial lyrics. Though a bit too revolutionary to chart when released in 1984, the song nonetheless enjoyed considerable radio play and to this day continues to do so on classic rock radio stations.Personnel
- Stephen Pearcy- Vocals
- Warren DeMartini- co-Lead Guitar
- Robbin Crosby- co-Lead Guitar
- Juan Croucier- Bass Guitar
- Bobby Blotzer- Drums
See also
External links
- [Lyrics]
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