Strutter
"Strutter" is a song by the American rock band Kiss, released in 1974 on their self-titled debut album, "Kiss". It was the third single released from the album and failed to chart. "Strutter" is one of the few Kiss songs written by Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley together. Stanley wrote new lyrics to "Stanley the Parrot", a song whose music was composed by Simmons. Stanley's lyrics display his Bob Dylan influence. The song was featured in the video games "" and "Guitar Hero 2". Critical reception. "Strutter" is widely considered one of Kiss's best songs. "Cash Box  said that this may be their most dynamic [rock 'n' roll song] to date" and has "lots of bass and guitar, along with those power driven vocals here, all making for a great single release." In 2014, "Paste" ranked the song number two on their list of the 20 greatest Kiss songs, and in 2019, "Louder Sound" ranked the song number five on their list of the 40 greatest Kiss songs. Appearances. "Strutter" has appeared on the following Kiss albums: