Cherry Pie
Warrant
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Cherry Pie" by Warrant was released on September 11, 1990, as part of the band's second studio album, also titled "Cherry Pie."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its initial release, "Cherry Pie" rallied great success on the music charts. It reached 10th place on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Inspiration and CreationThe song was an afterthought to complete the album and was quickly written out of pressure from the record company.
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Candi O'Terry CameoThe woman appearing in the music video is model Candi O'Terry, who later transitioned to a career in radio.
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Influence on Band's ReputationThe success of the song unfortunately pigeonholed the band as a "glam metal" group, which the frontman Jani Lane often expressed regret over, feeling that their broader work was overlooked as a result.
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Pop-Culture Appeal"Cherry Pie" remains one of the quintessential glam metal power anthems of the 90s, seen in movies and video games like Guitar Hero II and Rock of Ages.
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Controversy Over LyricsThe song raised controversy due to its suggestive lyrics and explicit content but despite this, it became widely popular.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Cherry Pie" featured a range of notable scenes and celebrity appearances, including that of famous model, Bobbie Brown.
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In Memory of Jani LaneAfter the death of Warrant's lead singer, Jani Lane, in 2011, the song became a symbol and tribute to his contribution to the music industry.
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Veterans of the Hard Rock SceneDespite shifts in the music industry, Warrant, the band behind 'Cherry Pie', remain as veterans of the hard rock and glam metal scene, with the song being one of their most symbolic releases.
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