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Twisted Sister formed in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, in 1972, quickly becoming one of the defining bands of the heavy metal and glam rock genres. Initially gaining momentum by performing in the vibrant club scenes around New York City, they carved out a dedicated local following. Their striking visual style, marked by extravagant makeup and wild stage outfits, complemented their energetic live shows and helped them stand apart from other bands of their era.
The band released their debut album, Under the Blade, in 1982, showcasing their raw heavy metal sound. The following year, their second album, You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll, solidified their growing reputation in the metal community. However, their breakthrough into mainstream success arrived with their 1984 album Stay Hungry, featuring the iconic hits “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock.” These songs not only climbed the charts but also became cultural anthems of rebellion and individualism, significantly boosting the band’s international profile.
Twisted Sister continued to build their discography, ultimately releasing a total of seven studio albums. Their subsequent releases, Come Out and Play (1985) and Love Is for Suckers (1987), although not replicating the commercial success of Stay Hungry, further exemplified their ability to consistently deliver compelling music with enduring appeal. The band’s discography was characterized by their strong thematic content, often celebrating resilience and nonconformity.
Throughout their career, Twisted Sister received notable recognition within the heavy metal community. Although they didn’t accumulate numerous mainstream awards, their influential role in shaping the glam metal scene has been widely acknowledged. Their dynamic stage presence, combined with frontman Dee Snider’s charismatic persona, endeared them to legions of devoted fans, solidifying their legacy as cultural icons of the 1980s rock scene.
Beyond their music, the members of Twisted Sister, particularly Dee Snider, became prominent advocates for artistic freedom and expression. Snider notably testified before the United States Senate in 1985 against proposed censorship of music, passionately defending musicians’ rights and becoming a respected figure in the broader discussion about free speech and artistic integrity.
In addition to their advocacy work, Twisted Sister engaged in numerous charitable efforts. The band notably supported fundraising events for organizations dedicated to cancer research and military veteran assistance, illustrating their commitment to leveraging their public platform for meaningful social impact. These initiatives further cemented their positive reputation beyond their musical accomplishments.
Complete List Of Twisted Sister Songs From A to Z
- Bad Boys (of Rock ‘n’ Roll) – Under the Blade – 1982
- Be Chrool to Your Scuel – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Big Gun – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Blastin’ Fast & Loud – Still Hungry – 2004
- Burn in Hell – Stay Hungry – 1984
- Burn in Hell – Still Hungry – 2004
- Can’t Stand Still – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Come Back – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Come Back – Still Hungry – 2004
- Come Out and Play – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Day of the Rocker – Under the Blade – 1982
- Deck the Halls – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Destroyer – Under the Blade – 1982
- Don’t Let Me Down – Stay Hungry – 1984
- Don’t Let Me Down – Still Hungry – 2004
- Feel Appeal – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Feel the Power – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Follow Me – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Four Barrel Heart of Love – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Heavy Metal Christmas (The Twelve Days of Christmas) – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Heroes Are Hard to Find – Still Hungry – 2004
- High Steppin’ – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Horror-Teria (The Beginning): a) Captain Howdy b) Street Justice – Stay Hungry – 1984
- Horror-Teria (The Beginning): a) Captain Howdy b) Street Justice – Still Hungry – 2004
- Hot Love – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- I Am (I’m Me) – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- I Believe in Rock ‘n’ Roll – Come Out and Play – 1985
- I Believe in You – Come Out and Play – 1985
- I’ll Be Home for Christmas – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- I’ll Never Grow Up, Now – Under the Blade – 1982
- I’ll Never Grow Up, Now – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- I’ll Take You Alive – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- I’m So Hot for You – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- I Want This Night (To Last Forever) – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- I Wanna Rock – Stay Hungry – 1984
- I Wanna Rock – Still Hungry – 2004
- I Will Win – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- I’ve Had Enough – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- If That’s What You Want – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Kill or Be Killed – Come Out and Play – 1985
- King of the Fools – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Lady’s Boy – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Leader of the Pack – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Leader of the Pack – Ruff Cutts – 1982
- Leader of the Pack – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Like a Knife in the Back – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Lookin’ Out for #1 – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Love Is for Suckers – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Me and the Boys – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Never Say Never – Still Hungry – 2004
- Oh Come All Ye Faithful – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- One Bad Habit – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- One Man Woman – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Out on the Streets – Come Out and Play – 1985
- Pay the Price – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Plastic Money – Still Hungry – 2004
- Ride to Live, Live to Ride – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Rock ‘n’ Roll Saviors – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Rock ‘n’ Roll Saviors – Still Hungry – 2004
- Run for Your Life – Under the Blade – 1982
- S.M.F. – Stay Hungry – 1984
- S.M.F. – Still Hungry – 2004
- Shoot ‘Em Down – Under the Blade – 1982
- Shoot ‘Em Down – Ruff Cutts – 1982
- Shoot ‘Em Down – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Silver Bells – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Sin After Sin – Under the Blade – 1982
- Statutory Date – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Stay Hungry – Stay Hungry – 1984
- Stay Hungry – Still Hungry – 2004
- T.V. Wife – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Tear It Loose – Under the Blade – 1982
- The Beast – Stay Hungry – 1984
- The Beast – Still Hungry – 2004
- The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- The Fire Still Burns – Come Out and Play – 1985
- The Kids Are Back – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- The Price – Stay Hungry – 1984
- The Price – Still Hungry – 2004
- The Power and the Glory – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- Tonight – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- Under the Blade – Under the Blade – 1982
- Under the Blade – Ruff Cutts – 1982
- Under the Blade – Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions – 1999
- Wake Up (The Sleeping Giant) – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- We Wish You a Twisted Christmas – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- We’re Gonna Make It – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- We’re Not Gonna Take It – Stay Hungry – 1984
- We’re Not Gonna Take It – Still Hungry – 2004
- What You Don’t Know – Ruff Cutts – 1982
- What You Don’t Know (Sure Can Hurt You) – Under the Blade – 1982
- White Christmas – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- White Christmas (Eddie Ojeda vocals version) – A Twisted Christmas – 2006
- Yeah Right – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- You Are All That I Need – Love Is for Suckers – 1987
- You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
- You Know I Cry – Still Hungry – 2004
- You Want What We Got – Come Out and Play – 1985
- You’re Not Alone (Suzette’s Song) – You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll – 1983
Albums
Under the Blade (1982): 10 songs
You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll (1983): 13 songs
Stay Hungry (1984): 9 songs
Come Out and Play (1985): 11 songs
Love Is for Suckers (1987): 14 songs
A Twisted Christmas (2006): 12 songs
Ruff Cutts (1982): 4 songs
Club Daze Volume 1: The Studio Sessions (1999): 13 songs
Still Hungry (2004): 16 songs
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