Kicked In The Teeth

The Zoo Crew is cranking up the volume at THE ZOO radio station, spinning the raw, electrifying track Kicked in the Teeth by AC/DC from their 1978 album Powerage for all the Zoo Freaks out there. This song, a high-octane closer to the album, is a fan favorite for its relentless energy and gritty lyrics. According to discussions on ACDCfans.net, some fans hear a possible string break or slip in Angus Young’s guitar solo around the 2:55 mark, a raw moment left in the recording that adds to its unpolished charm. The solo’s wild energy has been praised as “unfathomable” by fans, with one noting its resemblance to “high tension wires between pylons” for its electrifying vibe.

Lyrically, Kicked in the Teeth is a biting take on betrayal, with Bon Scott’s vocals snarling lines like “Two-faced woman with your two-faced lies.” Fans on ACDCfans.net have called it a perfect breakup anthem, with one listener sharing how it helped them cope after a tough split, finding solace in knowing even Scott faced “girl troubles.” The song’s punk-like ferocity, compared to The Damned by some fans, gives it a unique edge, though its similarity to Let There Be Rock has sparked debate. Some see it as a lesser track on Powerage, yet its raw power and Bon’s lyrical bite keep it a staple for diehards.

Powerage itself holds a special place in AC/DC’s catalog, with Kicked in the Teeth born during sessions that began in July 1977 at Albert Studios, as noted in Murray Engleheart’s book AC/DC: Maximum Rock & Roll. The album, featuring Cliff Williams on bass for the first time, was recorded over eight weeks starting in January 1978. A 1978 US radio spot shared on AC/DC’s X account hyped the album’s “crushing riffs and relentless energy,” and Kicked in the Teeth delivers just that as the closing track. Fans like Keith Richards and Eddie Van Halen have cited Powerage as their favorite, with the song’s intensity earning it a reputation as an “onslaught” on platforms like One Week // One Band.

AC/DC was founded in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by Scottish-born brothers Malcolm and Angus Young. The band’s early days were fueled by their raw, bluesy take on rock, with Malcolm’s rhythm guitar and Angus’s wild stage antics—often in his signature schoolboy uniform—setting them apart. They recruited vocalist Bon Scott, whose gritty voice and streetwise lyrics gave the band its edge. Their first two albums, High Voltage and T.N.T., released in Australia in 1974 and 1975, built a local following before they broke internationally with the 1976 High Voltage compilation. By the time Powerage dropped, the band had honed their sound, blending hard rock with a mischievous swagger that defined their early years.

Today, AC/DC remains a global force, with a legacy spanning decades. You can stay updated on their official website at acdc.com, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X for the latest news and throwback content. Fans gather at dedicated sites like ACDCfans.net, a hub for discussions and trivia, and on community-driven Facebook groups where Zoo Freaks and other devotees share their passion for the band’s music and legacy.