Bad Reputation

Description

The first album by Joan Jett, 'Bad Reputation' (1981), immediately established itself as a bold manifesto against a world that told her that "girls don't play electric guitar"; 45 years later, it remains an essential cultural reference. The album, which includes hits such as "Bad Reputation," "You Don't Own Me," and "Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)" - featuring members of the Sex Pistols and Blondie - remains a timeless testament. It reminds us that Joan Jett's perseverance and determination are just as visceral and authentic as when she asserted that "a girl can do whatever she wants." The title track has been used in numerous contexts: TV series like 'Freaks and Geeks' and 'American Chopper,' commercials for Folgers, Jack Daniel's, and Nike, as well as films such as '10 Things I Hate About You' and 'Shrek.' It also featured in Taylor Swift's stadium tour in 2018 and was certified gold in digital format, continuing to win over new audiences every day. This 45th anniversary edition of 'Bad Reputation' features a new cover, illustrated by a rare photo from the time.