Rocka Rolla
Judas Priest
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Man eatin momma, steam driven hammer Sorts the men out from the boys Takes no messin', all in wrestlin' Is one of her pride and joys She a classy, flashy lassy Imitation sapphire shine Two faced liar, full of fire But I know the flame is mine Rocka rolla woman for a rocka rolla man You can take her if you want her If you think you can Rocka rolla woman for a rocka rolla man You can take her if you want her you can She's a grip and choke ya Heavy smoker Wrong side of the law Midnight shady Good time lady Heavy, ready show you what for Barroom fighter Ten pint a nighter Definite ninety-nine Diamond cluster Knuckle duster Feline on the borderline Rocka rolla woman for a rocka rolla man You can take her if you want her If you think you can Rocka rolla woman for a rocka rolla man You can take her if you want her you can
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Written by: GLENN TIPTON, KENNETH DOWNING, ROBERT HALFORD
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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15 facts about this song
Album Origin"Rocka Rolla" is the title track from the debut studio album by the British heavy metal band Judas Priest, which was released in 1974.
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Song LengthThe song measures a length of approximately 3:05 minutes.
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Album ReceptionThe "Rocka Rolla" album didn't perform well initially but eventually garnered a cult following.
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Song ThemeThe song primarily centers on the issues relating to addiction, expressed metaphorically using the soda pop called "Rocka Rolla".
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Band MembersDuring the creation of "Rocka Rolla", Judas Priest consisted of Rob Halford (lead vocals), K.K. Downing (guitar), Glenn Tipton (guitar), Ian Hill (bass), and John Hinch (drums).
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Musical StyleThe song carries a clear influence of blues-rock, a departure from the band's laters heavy metal sound.
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Lyrics CraftingRob Halford stated in interviews that the lyrics to "Rocka Rolla" were "Judas Priest's version of a love song."
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Recording LabelThe album “Rocka Rolla” was released under Gull Records, which was the band's label before they signed with Columbia Records.
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Album ArtThe original UK album cover for "Rocka Rolla" featured a bottle cap design, intended to tie in with the soda pop theme of the title track.
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Album's Producer"Rocka Rolla" album was produced by Rodger Bain, who had previously worked with Black Sabbath.
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Song WritingThe song "Rocka Rolla" was written by Rob Halford, K.K. Downing, and Glenn Tipton.
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Limited EditionIn 2014, a limited edition "Rocka Rolla" vinyl was reissued for Record Store Day in the UK. The album was remastered and released on green vinyl, with only 1,500 copies available.
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Not Released as a SingleDespite it being the title track, "Rocka Rolla" wasn't released as a single; the first single from the album was "Rocka Rolla (Reprise)".
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Replacement of the DrummerJohn Hinch, who played the drums on the "Rocka Rolla" album, was replaced after this album due to musical differences with the other band members.
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Distinctive StyleThe "Rocka Rolla" song exhibits Judas Priest's early distinctive style, which combines hard rock, progressive rock, and heavy metal.
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