Alice Cooper, the godfather of shock rock, has delivered countless hits over his decades-long career. While many of his songs have become iconic, not every track has been loved by fans. Based on votes from Alice Cooper fans, the following list highlights 15 songs that are generally considered less impressive or divisive.
Woman Machine
A track from Constrictor (1986), fans often criticize it for its awkward lyrics and dated electronic production, which didn’t match Cooper’s usual rock energy.
Trash
The title track from the 1989 album Trash, while produced by Desmond Child, some fans felt it lacked the grit and edge typical of Alice Cooper, leaning too heavily into mainstream glam rock.
Deeper
From Raise Your Fist and Yell (1987), “Deeper” is often seen as forgettable, with a slow tempo and uninspiring melody that didn’t resonate with many listeners.
Saga of Jesse James
A narrative-heavy song that tries to tell the story of the infamous outlaw, but the storytelling is considered clunky and melodically weak.
Only Women Bleed
Despite being a hit in its time, some fans today feel the ballad is overly sentimental and doesn’t represent Alice Cooper’s true theatrical rock persona.
Teenage Frankenstein
A single from Constrictor, it’s criticized for its formulaic lyrics and uninspired chorus, failing to capture the horror-themed energy Alice is known for.
Nobody Likes Me
A quirky track with humor that didn’t land for many, often regarded as one of Cooper’s less serious or compelling songs.
You Gotta Dance
A funkier experiment that diverges from Cooper’s signature style, leaving some fans unimpressed by its lack of cohesion with his other work.
No Bologna Homo Sapiens
Often seen as a bizarre misstep, its strange lyrics and awkward delivery made it unpopular among the fanbase.
Department of Youth
Despite its energetic punk vibe, it’s considered repetitive and lyrically shallow compared to other Alice Cooper anthems.
For Veronica’s Sake
A softer ballad that failed to connect with fans expecting theatrical rock, leading to its lower ranking.
Fields of Regret
From Dragontown (2001), criticized for heavy-handed lyrics and a lack of memorable hooks, making it one of the weaker tracks of that era.
Clones
A track with a futuristic theme that didn’t resonate, often described as bland and unremarkable in terms of melody and energy.
Lost in America
Attempts to blend narrative storytelling with rock, but many fans found it unoriginal and lacking in impact.
Prettiest Cop on the Block
Known for its tongue-in-cheek humor, it’s considered silly and forgettable, failing to leave a lasting impression compared to Cooper’s more iconic songs.
