Black and Blue (Van Halen song)

"Black and Blue" is a song by American rock band Van Halen, from their 1988 album OU812. It was the first single released from the album, peaking at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100, and at number 1 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart,

Cash Box called it a "power-rocker that nearly sizzles off the vinyl" and praised Sammy Hagar's singing and Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing.

Personnel

Michael Anthony – bass guitar, vocals Sammy Hagar – lead vocals Alex Van Halen – drums Eddie Van Halen – guitar

Charts

Weekly charts +Weekly chart performance for "Black and Blue"Chart (1988)Peak positionCanada (The Record)34US Billboard Hot 10034US Billboard Mainstream Rock1

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