Originally named The Reckless, the band was formed in early 2009, with Taylor Momsen on vocals, Ben Phillips on lead guitar, Mark Damon on bass and Jamie Perkins on drums.

[1] During 2009, they played some small concerts in New York City and then opened for The Veronicas on their North American tour.

[2] The song was eventually featured on their debut studio album, Light Me Up, released in August 2010.

[3] In March 2012, the band released their second extended play, Hit Me Like a Man EP, which included three original tracks.

[4] In 2013, The Pretty Reckless signed with label Razor & Tie to release their second studio album, Going to Hell, in March 2014.