Rebel Yell is one of Billy Idol’s signature songs, the title track of his 1983 album, built on a roaring guitar riff and Idol’s famous cry for more, more, more. It became an anthem of 1980s rock and new wave attitude, and remains a highlight of his live shows decades later. The song captures Idol’s blend of punk sneer and pop instinct. He looks back on the era in the MGM+ docuseries New Wave.
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Mentioned in: From Punk Clubs to Pop Royalty: How New Wave Stars Like Belinda Carlisle and Billy Idol Conquered the ’80s