JOAN JETT Traded Royalties From B-Side To Settle A Debt, Lost Millions When It Hit #1; PROFESSOR OF ROCK Investigates (Video)
December 9, 2024, 5 days ago
"You are never gonna believe this story," says Professor Of Rock, introducing the video below. "Today’s legend Joan Jett was rejected 23 times by labels. When she finally made it, Joan had a song she wanted to do that she knew would be a smash hit: 'I Love Rock 'N' Roll'. She saw it performed on TV in her hotel room when she was touring with her band... Joan was so blown away she made a vow that she would cover it. The thing is, 'I Love Rock 'N' Roll' took six years because it was rejected by her band time and again. And then, when it was finally recorded, it was released as a B-side not once but twice. When Joan went solo, she re-recorded it and this time put it out as an A-side. It was a #1 smash… It's one of the biggest rock songs ever. Get the story next on Professor Of Rock."
