Only Women Bleed -

: To avoid protests from feminist groups and to secure radio airplay, the single was often shortened to "Only Women" by Atlantic Records.

"Only Women Bleed" is a 1975 power ballad by Alice Cooper, co-written with guitarist Dick Wagner for the album Welcome to My Nightmare . While often misunderstood upon its release, the song is a poignant commentary on the emotional and physical toll of and the subservient role of women in society at the time . Key Facts About the Song Only Women Bleed

: Contrary to common misconceptions that it refers to menstruation, Alice Cooper and Dick Wagner have explicitly stated it is about domestic violence and emotional "bleeding" from the heart and soul. : To avoid protests from feminist groups and

: The album version is significantly longer (5:49) than the radio single and features more elaborate orchestral arrangements. Key Facts About the Song : Contrary to

: The song has been covered by numerous artists, most notably by Etta James on her 1978 album Deep in the Night . Deepening the Understanding

: It is now widely regarded as a liberating anthem that brought awareness to social issues rarely discussed in rock music during the mid-70s.