The Runaways – Cherry Bomb

The Runaways were an all-female rock band that formed in Los Angeles in 1975. They were one of the first and most influential groups of women in rock music, and they challenged the stereotypes and sexism of the male-dominated industry. They were also known for their rebellious and provocative image, which was reflected in their songs and performances.

One of their most famous songs is “Cherry Bomb”, which was released as their debut single in 1976. The song was written by Joan Jett, the rhythm guitarist and vocalist of the band, and Kim Fowley, their manager and producer. The song was inspired by Cherie Currie, the lead singer of the band, who auditioned for the group with a song called “Fever”. Jett and Fowley quickly wrote “Cherry Bomb” for her to sing instead, and the song became a hit.

“Cherry Bomb” is a hard rock and punk rock song that expresses the attitude and spirit of the Runaways. The song is about a young girl who is wild, free, and defiant. She does not care about the rules or expectations of society, and she enjoys being a troublemaker. She taunts her parents and other adults with her sexuality and bad behavior, and she invites them to watch her explode like a cherry bomb. The song features a catchy chorus, a powerful guitar riff, and a loud and energetic vocal delivery by Currie.

“Cherry Bomb” is considered to be a classic and iconic song of rock and roll history. It has been covered by many artists, such as L7, The Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs, and Dakota Fanning and Kristen Stewart, who played Currie and Jett in the biographical film The Runaways (2010). The song has also been used in various movies, TV shows, and video games, such as Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), The Boys (2019), and Rock Band 2 (2008). The song is ranked number 52 on VH1’s list of the 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs, and is part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll

Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol. 1 track 9

“Cherry Bomb”

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