Scene of the Crime (song)

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"Scene of the Crime"

Song by Ratt
From the album Out of the Cellar
Album released	March 1984
Recorded	1984
Genre	Glam Metal
Song Length	4:54
Record label	Atlantic Records
Producer	Beau Hill
Out of the Cellar Album Listing
"The Morning After" Track 8	I'm Insane Track 9	Scene of the Crime Track 10

Scene of the Crime is a song recorded by American glam metal band Ratt. It is the tenth and last track of their critically praised album Out of the Cellar. The song was co-written by Ratt guitarist Robbin Crosby and bassist Juan Croucier. It is 4:54 long.

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The song's lyrics draw allegorical references to infidelity using a variety of terms originating from the field of the criminal justice system. The song offers a release and a sense of empowerment for someone dealing with the effects of infidelity. It is noted for relating to "real-life" issues confronted everyday. Though an almost universal theme, many lyricist prior to Ratt crafted songs that were light in nature so as to not upset the audience whom was judged by music industry insiders of the day as "overly sensitive."