Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cock-rock

Noun

/kɒk rɒk/

Definition

A subgenre of rock music characterized by its strong emphasis on sexual themes, often featuring bold and flamboyant performances.

Examples

Many people consider the music of the 1980s glam metal bands as a prime example of cock-rock.
With bold guitar riffs and suggestive lyrics, the band embraced the cock-rock style.
The concert was a spectacular display of cock-rock with elaborate costumes and provocative performances.

Meaning

Cock-rock is often associated with bands that blend hard rock elements with sexual bravado, intended to provoke and entertain through suggestive lyrics and theatricality.