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.

"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

: The album version is significantly longer (5:49) than the radio single and features more elaborate orchestral arrangements. : Contrary to common misconceptions that it refers