What Do I Got To Lose?

Zoo Freaks, get ready to crank up the volume as the Zoo Crew spins What Do I Got To Lose? by Sebastian Bach from his killer album Child Within The Man! This track is a fist-pumping, head-banging anthem that’s racked up over 1.5 million views on its music video, featuring former Skid Row drummer Rob Affuso. In an interview with The Aquarian, Bach shared how filming the video in the Vegas desert with Affuso felt like recapturing the electric chemistry of their Skid Row days. He described driving a 1950s Cadillac with the top down, laughing with his old bandmate, and tapping into that “child within the man” vibe that defines the song’s raw energy. It’s no wonder the track hit number one as the most-added song on U.S. Active Rock Radio within days of its release, as Bach proudly announced on X in December 2023.

Another cool tidbit comes from a BraveWords interview where Bach revealed that What Do I Got To Lose? was co-written with Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge. Bach was deeply touched when Kennedy reached out to collaborate, seeing it as a nod to the impact Skid Row’s early hits like Youth Gone Wild had on younger musicians. The song’s infectious, fun-loving spirit was intentional—Bach told Screamer Magazine he wanted to create a good-time rock anthem to counter the heavy issues dominating today’s world, drawing inspiration from classics like Def Leppard’s Pour Some Sugar On Me. The track’s mass appeal, especially with its sexy, crowd-pleasing vibe, has made it a standout, with Bach noting that “chicks f*cking love it!”

Now, let’s dive into how Sebastian Bach became the larger-than-life rockstar he is today. Born Sebastian Philip Bierk on April 3, 1968, in the Bahamas and raised in Peterborough, Ontario, Bach was one of eight kids in a creative family. His father, David Bierk, was a noted painter who designed the artwork for Skid Row’s Slave to the Grind and Bach’s solo albums, including Child Within The Man. Bach’s love for music sparked early—he joined a church choir at age eight, belting out Gloria in Excelsis Deo, and by 14, he was already playing clubs with his first band, Kid Wikkid. His big break came when he joined Skid Row in 1987, becoming the voice behind iconic albums like Skid Row and Slave to the Grind. After leaving the band in 1996, Bach carved out a diverse solo career, starring on Broadway, appearing on shows like Gilmore Girls and The Masked Singer, and releasing albums that keep his bel canto vocal style front and center.

Want to keep up with Bach’s wild ride? Check out his official website at sebastianbach.com for tour dates and news. Follow him on Facebook, where he’s got over a million followers, Instagram for behind-the-scenes shots, and X for his unfiltered takes. Fans can also connect on dedicated spaces like the Sebastian Bach Fan Club on Facebook, a group buzzing with Zoo Freak energy, or visit Metal Storm for community-driven news and forums. So, crank that dial, join the What Do I Got To Lose? party, and let’s keep rockin’ with Bach!