Photograph
Def Leppard · 1983
8 min · 2 tracks · hard rock
Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, crafting anthemic rock that defined a generation.
Photograph is a single by Def Leppard, released in 1983. Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, crafting anthemic rock that defined a generation. 'Photograph' became one of Def Leppard's most successful singles, reaching No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its heavy rotation on MTV helped cement the band's image as one of the leading acts of the glam metal movement in the early 1980s, influencing countless bands that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Photograph sound like?
Melodic hooks intertwine with powerful guitar riffs, crafting anthemic rock that defined a generation. Rooted in hard rock.
What makes Photograph by Def Leppard notable?
'Photograph' became one of Def Leppard's most successful singles, reaching No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its heavy rotation on MTV helped cement the band's image as one of the leading acts of the glam metal movement in the early 1980s, influencing countless bands that followed. Released on February 3, 1983, 'Photograph' was a pivotal single from Def Leppard's breakthrough album 'Pyromania'. At this point in their career, the band was gaining immense popularity in the hard rock scene, transitioning from their earlier sound to a more polished and commercially viable style.
How many songs are on Photograph?
Photograph has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Photograph Standout 4:08
- 2 Bringin’ On the Heartbreak Standout 4:33
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