Ratt released a self-titled mini-album in 1983 on a local label, the release now often known as just 'Ratt', and they struck up a close personal friendship with members of Mötley Crüe, friendly rivals that shared the same hard partying lifestyle. The aforementioned glam metal scene of southern California brought the fledgling band major inspiration. Ratt then made their breakthrough with their first full studio album, 'Out of the Cellar', which stayed in the Billboard Top 20 for six months. Single "Round and Round" became the signature song of the group. The album has since been certified as multi-platinum by the RIAA and continues to be loved by many metal fans.
They toured with Ozzy Osbourne before joining a Billy Squier jaunt, where they were apparently 'thrown off' because they were more popular than the headline act. Their subsequent output has seen them follow a familiar arena-friendly hard rock route, with accusations over sexist videos contrasting with their ability to sell out concert halls and produce recordings that regularly received platinum and gold certifications. In particular, their highly successful sophomore album, 'Invasion of Your Privacy', proved that they were no "one album wonder".
Still, the changing musical zeitgeist would not be kind to groups such as Ratt, with grunge and alternative rock seizing the spotlight. Ratt's 1990 release 'Detonator' featured several songs co-written with Desmond Child, known for his previous work with Alice Cooper and Bon Jovi among others, and it proved their most adventurous recording to date in some ways. Yet the group's success had clearly waned, and the years on the road had contributed to conflict within the band. Crosby would depart after the September 1991 release of compilation album 'Ratt & Roll 81-91'. In 1993, Pearcy unveiled his new solo outfit, Arcade, confirming the dissolution of the band.
Though the band reformed with a new self-titled album in 1999, also known as Ratt (1999). Pearcy would leave Ratt again not long after, unhappy with the album's sound and the musical chemistry within the band. Original guitarist Robbin Crosby's passing in 2002 caused many fans to fear that the group was gone for good. Nonetheless, the band re-united in 2007 for a successful tour with fellow 80s rockers Poison.
The band toured throughout the latter half of the 00s, as retro interests caused a general popular resurgence of 80s musical and culture, and hopes for a new album grew. Ratt went back into the studios minus original guitarist Robbin Crosby. He had died some years earlier brought on by the long and public battle he waged against drugs, having gotten AIDS from sharing needles. His last television interview was with VH1's 'Behind The Music' program, in which the rocker stated: "Don't feel sorry for me. Don't cry for me at my funeral. I've lived the life of ten men. I've been very lucky."
Ratt released a new album in 2010, titled 'Infestation', with Pearcy on the vocals. A commercial and critical comeback, fans rejoiced at the energetic metal sound. The release hit the #30 slot on the Billboard 200 album chart. It was also the first album since the death of Crosby in 2002.
On October 26, 2010, Ratt announced that the band would be going on indefinite hiatus due to internal tensions.
Reunion with Croucier and second departure of Pearcy (2012–2015)
In January 2012, Pearcy said Ratt was in the process of writing material for a new album, planned to be released that summer. On March 22, bassist Robbie Crane announced his departure from Ratt to focus on Lynch Mob. In April 2012, rumors arose original bassist Juan Croucier would rejoin the band that summer; these rumors were confirmed when Croucier played with Ratt at the M3 festival on May 12.
On April 24, 2014, Pearcy announced that he had left the band again, explaining he was "officially done with having anything to do with them due to the constant turmoil, unresolved business, personal attacks/threats in the public forum, and most of all, the disrespect to the fans."
Legal issues and two versions of Ratt again (2015–2018)
In June 2015, Blotzer formed a band called Bobby Blotzer's Ratt Experience. In August 2015, Croucier formed a touring band that played Ratt's deep cuts, with the band debuting in September.
In September 2015, Blotzer took over control of WBS, a company he set up with DeMartini and Pearcy in 1997 to handle RATT business, over the objection of DeMartini and announced that he had "taken control" of Ratt and his Ratt Experience lineup was the real Ratt and would be embarking a tour in 2016 titled the American Made Re-Invasion Tour.
Until early 2017, Blotzer toured using the name Ratt. The 2016 Re-Invasion tour took Ratt throughout North America. Their tour also took them to the UK, including Hard Rock Hell and London.
Ratt's "New Breed" and unknown future (2018–current)
On June 1, 2018, it was announced by vocalist Pearcy that Ratt would move forward with him and bassist Croucier. It was confirmed that DeMartini had departed from Ratt, with Cavazo and Degrasso following. On July 5, 2018, it was revealed that Pearcy and Croucier would be joined by Black 'N Blue drummer Pete Holmes and guitarists Jordan Ziff and Chris Sanders. In February 2020, guitarist Chris Sanders announced his departure from the band, along with announcing his retirement from the music industry.
In March 2020, the band announced they would be embarking on the Big Rock Summer Tour starting in June, along with Tom Keifer, Skid Row, and Slaughter. On June 17, the tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Shortly after, it was announced that all Ratt shows in 2020 were rescheduled for 2021.
In January 2021, Pearcy expressed interest in making one final Ratt album with all the remaining original members. On June 26, Ratt announced the addition of guitarist Frankie Lindia of David Lee Roth's solo band, replacing Chris Sanders.
In September 2022, Pearcy revealed that he would only want to continue Ratt with the remaining classic-era bandmates, but that "it's not gonna happen". He said reuniting with the members would be "all business pretty much", but that "there's no business in the Ratt camp". He also revealed he regretted touring as Ratt with only Croucier from the classic lineup and that he would be continuing to play Ratt songs with his solo band
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Discography
Ratt (EP - 1983)
Out of the Cellar (1984)
Invasion of Your Privacy (1985)
Dancing Undercover (1986)
Reach for the Sky (1988)
Detonator (1990)
Ratt & Roll 81-91 (1991)
Ratt (1999)
Infestation (2010)
Body Talk
Ratt Lyrics
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Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not foolin' me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
I can't stop seein'
Streetlights on me
Hot nights, hold tight
You're not foolin' me
Let me get right to the point
Spend a little time with me
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Let it out
You don't know what you're missing
Have no doubt
I'm takin' what you're givin'
Make no mistake
Let's make it clear
You're speaking a language that's easy to hear
I don't like feelin'
Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not foolin' me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
Body talk
Body talk
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(Body talk)
(Body talk)
(Body talk)
Body talk
The song "Body Talk" by Ratt is a classic 80s rock ballad that explores the power of physical attraction and the language of desire. The lyrics describe a relationship that is based on pure physicality, where the characters are drawn together by their mutual attraction but don't seem to have much else in common. The singer is aware of this but can't resist the allure of the other person's body, which speaks to them in a language that's impossible to ignore.
The verse "I don't like feelin' mixed up in the city" suggests a feeling of being lost or disconnected in a noisy and confusing urban environment. The chorus "Body talk, I see your body talk, You make my body talk when you're next to me" is a direct reference to the nonverbal communication that happens between two people when they're physically attracted to one another. The bridge "Let it out, you don't know what you're missing, have no doubt, I'm takin' what you're givin'" suggests a willingness to explore the physical connection between these two people, regardless of any emotional or intellectual limitations.
Overall, the song is a celebration of physical attraction and the power of the body to communicate desire. It's also a reminder that sometimes, we can't help but be drawn to someone even if we don't fully understand why.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't like feelin'
I dislike feeling
Mixed up in the city
Confused in urban surroundings
Showdown
Confrontation
Slow down
Calm down
You're not foolin' me
You're not deceiving me
You live your life, I'll live mine
You do your thing, I'll do mine
Underground
Covert or hidden
Body talk
Nonverbal communication through physical movements
I see your body talk
I understand your physical gestures
You make my body talk
Your actions speak louder than words and affect me physically
When you're next to me
When we're in close proximity
I can't stop seein'
I can't stop thinking about
Streetlights on me
City lights illuminating me
Hot nights, hold tight
Intense times, hold on tight
Let me get right to the point
Let me be straightforward
Spend a little time with me
Invest some time in me
Let it out
Express yourself
You don't know what you're missing
You're unaware of what you're not experiencing
Have no doubt
Be certain
I'm takin' what you're givin'
I'm accepting what you're offering
Make no mistake
Be clear about this
Let's make it clear
Let's be unequivocal
You're speaking a language that's easy to hear
Your nonverbal cues are clear and coherent
Body talk
Nonverbal communication through physical movements
Body talk
Nonverbal communication through physical movements
Body talk
Nonverbal communication through physical movements
(Body talk)
(Nonverbal communication through physical movements)
(Body talk)
(Nonverbal communication through physical movements)
(Body talk)
(Nonverbal communication through physical movements)
(Body talk)
(Nonverbal communication through physical movements)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CROUCIER, DEMARTINI, PEARCY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1]
I don't like feeling
Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not fooling me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
[Chorus]
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
[Verse 2]
I can't stop seeing
Streetlights on me
Hot nights, hold tight
You're not fooling me
Let me get right to the point
Spend a little time with me
[Chorus]
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
[Bridge]
Let it out
You don't know what you're missing
Have no doubt
I'm taking what you're giving
Make no mistake
Let's make it clear
You're speaking a language that's easy to hear
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[Guitar solo]
[Verse 1]
I don't like feeling
Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not fooling me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
[Chorus]
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
[Outro]
Body talk
Body talk
Body talk
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(Body talk)
(Body talk)
(Body talk)
Body talk
Tony Owens
I don't like feelin'
Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not foolin' me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
I can't stop seein'
Streetlights on me
Hot nights, hold tight
You're not foolin' me
Let me get right to the point
Spend a little time with me
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Let it out
You don't know what you're missin'
Have no doubt
I'm takin' what you're givin'
Make no mistake
Let's make it clear
You're speaking a language that's easy to hear
I don't like feelin'
Mixed up in the city
Showdown
Slow down
You're not foolin' me
You live your life, I'll live mine
Underground
Body talk
I see your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
I know your body talk
You make my body talk
When you're next to me
Body talk
Body talk
Body talk
(Body talk)
(Body talk)
(Body talk)
(Body talk)
Body talk
Swanz
The Golden Child scene when Eddie Murphy confronted the bikers, and this was playing in the background will forever be my favorite scene from that movie.
mrmaxcarter
You're sardo numspa.
Michael Madco
"I'm my pocket there's a whole thing of Tic-tacs take as many as you want, please"
mall231
And the sexy woman has to help him that girl was pure beat off material lol 😂😂
Joseph Andres
AWESOME
Alexander
HOLY SHIT 😲😲😲🔥🔥🔥👌👌👌
Myles-Spike Webby
The song never gets old. Ratt rocks and listening in 2023.
Sandra Oliveira
🙋🇧🇷
Yōkai SP
Me too 🇧🇷😁
Raymond Garcia
Same here!