Lack of Communication

Tune into Ratt's "Lack of Communication," a hard-hitting glam metal track from 1984's Out of the Cellar! This fan favorite delivers pure hard rock energy with driving riffs, tackling relationship frustrations head-on. Essential 80s Ratt showcasing their signature sound!

Featured on Ratt’s multi-platinum 1984 debut album Out of the Cellar, "Lack of Communication" exemplifies their potent blend of hard rock and glam metal. With its energetic tempo, powerful dual guitars from Warren DeMartini and Robbin Crosby, and Stephen Pearcy’s gritty vocals, the song quickly became a standout album track for fans.

While not a major charting single like others from the 1984 album, "Lack of Communication" perfectly captures Ratt's core hard rock/glam metal style. Its themes of relationship breakdown, driven by insistent riffs and a driving rhythm section, resonated with listeners and showcased the band's ability to inject attitude into relatable topics.

SONG MEANING: "Lack of Communication" addresses the frustration and breakdown occurring within a relationship when partners fail to connect or understand each other. The lyrics point to misunderstandings, arguments, and the inability to resolve issues ("Talk is cheap," "You don't understand") stemming directly from this failure to communicate effectively, leading to inevitable conflict.