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The Rock

The Rock is a nickname or term with multiple meanings. It most commonly refers to: It may also refer to: For other uses in places, buildings and structures, people, arts, entertainment, and media, sports, and miscellaneous topics, see the relevant sections below.

Places

Australia

The Rock is a rural town in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, Australia, situated within Lockhart Shire approximately 32 kilometres southwest of Wagga Wagga and 497 kilometres southwest of Sydney. According to the 2021 Australian Census, the town has a population of 1,347 residents. The area sits at an elevation of 225 metres above sea level and serves as the eastern gateway to Lockhart Shire, with easy access via the Olympic Way highway.^[1]^[2]^[3] Named after the prominent granite outcrop known as The Rock Hill (or Yerong in the local Wiradjuri language), the town's history traces back to European exploration by Charles Sturt in 1829, with formal settlement occurring from the 1870s onward as pastoralists established properties in the fertile plains. Prior to its current name, the area was known as Kingston after a local farming family, but it was officially renamed The Rock in 1919 to reflect the distinctive landmark. The region features undulating terrain with red-brown soils ideal for agriculture, and the town itself includes heritage buildings, a community hall, and annual events like the Rock to Rock cycling classic.^[4]^[3] Economically, The Rock is centered on dryland farming, with wheat as a primary crop alongside sheep grazing and some viticulture, contributing to the Riverina's status as a key grain-producing area that accounts for a significant portion of New South Wales' agricultural output. The surrounding landscape supports mixed farming operations, with properties focusing on broadacre cropping and livestock. Notable features include the nearby The Rock Nature Reserve, a 340.7-hectare protected area encompassing the granite inselberg, which provides opportunities for bushwalking, rock climbing, and picnicking; it holds cultural importance as the Kengal Aboriginal Place for the Wiradjuri people, with evidence of traditional occupation dating back thousands of years.^[5]^[6]

Canada

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is widely known by the affectionate nickname "The Rock," a term that primarily refers to the island of Newfoundland due to its rugged, rocky terrain and dramatic coastal landscapes. The province's geology features exposed iron-rich bedrock, such as the ancient Tablelands in Gros Morne National Park, which contribute to the nickname's origin in the island's barren, windswept appearance and challenging soil. This moniker captures the essence of a place shaped by harsh natural elements, fostering a resilient cultural identity tied to isolation and self-reliance. The fishing industry, especially the historic cod fishery, has long defined life on the coasts, with communities clustered around rocky harbors for centuries; the 1992 moratorium on cod fishing marked a pivotal shift, prompting economic diversification while preserving the seafaring heritage central to provincial pride.^[7]^[8]^[9]^[10]^[11] The etymology of "The Rock" as a nickname is rooted in the island's prominent geological features rather than ancient nomenclature, though the region's history reflects layered indigenous and colonial naming conventions specific to Canada. Indigenous peoples, including the Beothuk on Newfoundland, used descriptive terms for natural landmarks, often emphasizing rocky outcrops and waterways in their oral traditions; European colonial explorers, starting with Portuguese references to "Terra Nova" (new land) in the 16th century, imposed names highlighting discovery and geography. The earliest European contact traces to Norse Vikings around 1000 AD at L'Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO site evidencing temporary settlements amid the rocky northern tip, which underscores the long human interaction with the terrain predating the modern nickname. In broader Canadian contexts, similar conventions appear in places like Siwash Rock in British Columbia, where Squamish oral history describes a young man transformed into stone as a symbol of purity, later overlaid by a colonial Chinook jargon term now recognized as derogatory and subject to renaming efforts. These patterns illustrate how indigenous landscape-based names were frequently supplanted or anglicized during colonization, influencing place identities across the country.^[12] The cultural identity of "The Rock" is deeply embedded in music, folklore, and community traditions that celebrate the province's distinct dialect, Irish-influenced heritage, and communal spirit, often romanticizing the rocky isolation as a source of warmth and humor. Vernacular songs and stories, passed down through generations of fishers and settlers, reinforce this bond, with themes of perseverance against the elements; for instance, the fishery moratorium spurred cultural revivals through arts and eco-tourism, highlighting sustainable practices on the rugged shores. In contemporary media, the nickname permeates promotions and entertainment, from tourism campaigns portraying "The Rock" as a vibrant, otherworldly destination to global productions like the Broadway musical Come from Away, which draws on Newfoundland's post-9/11 hospitality to showcase its people, and film incentives positioning the province as "Hollywood on the Rock." This usage extends to literature and broadcasts, where "The Rock" evokes a sense of timeless connection to land and sea, distinct from mainland Canada.^[13]^[14]^[15] In Manitoba, "The Rock" designates a small unincorporated locality near Powerview-Pine Falls in eastern Manitoba, part of a rural area with an agricultural focus including grain farming and livestock in the surrounding Interlake and southeast regions. This modest community reflects local naming tied to natural rocky features amid prairie landscapes, contributing to the province's mosaic of place names influenced by geology and settlement patterns.^[16]

United States

In the United States, several locations bear the name "The Rock," ranging from historical islands to small rural communities. The most prominent is Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California, widely known as "The Rock" due to its rocky prominence and role as a federal prison.^[17] Originally a military fortification from 1850 to 1933, the island was transferred to the Federal Bureau of Prisons in 1934 to establish a maximum-security facility for the nation's most dangerous and incorrigible inmates, emphasizing isolation and strict discipline to deter escapes and crime during the Prohibition-era gangster period.^[17] The prison housed an average of 260 to 275 inmates in single cells, with a highly regimented routine that limited privileges to essentials like food, clothing, medical care, and earned activities such as work or visits; notable prisoners included Al Capone and Robert Stroud, the "Birdman of Alcatraz."^[17] Operations ceased on March 21, 1963, after 29 years, primarily due to exorbitant costs—$3 to $5 million annually for maintenance and $10.10 per inmate daily, triple the average for other federal prisons—exacerbated by the need to barge in all supplies, including one million gallons of fresh water weekly.^[17] Alcatraz gained notoriety for its escape attempts, with 14 documented efforts involving 36 inmates over its operational history, though most were recaptured, drowned, or shot. In the 1930s, early attempts highlighted the facility's formidable security; for instance, in 1936, inmate Joe Bates was caught after scaling a fence in a solo bid dubbed "Headstrong."^[17] The most infamous 1930s incident was the 1937 "Battle of Alcatraz," where Arthur Barker (son of gangster Ma Barker), Henri Young, Dale Stamphill, and Rufus McCain attempted to flee using a makeshift raft and guns stolen from the prison workshop; guards killed McCain and Stamphill, while Barker and Young were recaptured after Barker drowned, resulting in two guard deaths during the ensuing shootout.^[17] Another notable 1939 attempt involved five inmates, including Sam Shockley and Miran Thompson, who used a spoon to tunnel through walls but were foiled, leading to executions for Shockley and Thompson. These events underscored Alcatraz's reputation as an inescapable fortress until its closure. Following the prison's shutdown, Alcatraz became a site of significant activism during the Native American occupation from November 20, 1969, to June 11, 1971, lasting 19 months and involving up to 100 participants at its peak.^[18] Led initially by Richard Oakes of the Mohawk Nation, the group claimed the island under the Treaty of Fort Laramie (1868, citing it as "surplus federal land" suitable for an Indigenous cultural center; they renamed it "Soledad Island" and established basic governance, schools, and a radio station to protest federal termination policies and land dispossession.^[18] Key events included the symbolic landing on November 9, 1969, Oakes's departure in January 1970 after his stepdaughter's accidental death, and internal leadership struggles, culminating in the U.S. government's removal of the last 15 occupants on June 10, 1971.^[18] The occupation significantly advanced Native American rights, contributing to the end of the federal termination era, the return of lands like Blue Lake to the Taos Pueblo, and the founding of institutions such as the University of California, Davis's Native American studies program.^[18] Today, Alcatraz is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, preserving its history as a national landmark.^[18] Smaller locales named "The Rock" dot the U.S. landscape, often reflecting rural or historical significance. The Rock is a small town in Upson County, Georgia, located eight miles east of Thomaston along the Thomaston-Barnesville Highway, with a 2020 population of 179.^[19] Named for a prominent granite boulder used by early 19th-century stagecoach drivers as a mail marker, the community emerged in the eastern part of Upson County, settled by wealthy cotton plantation owners from eastern Georgia, the Carolinas, and New England, who established academies, churches, and textile mills amid the region's fertile Piedmont soils.^[20] It embodies rural Southern culture through agritourism, particularly via The Rock Ranch, a 1,500-acre property founded in 1989 by Chick-fil-A's S. Truett Cathy and later acquired by Steve and Marjorie Harvey in 2022, hosting annual events like the Strawberry Festival in May, which draws families for u-pick berries, live music, and farm activities.^[21]^[22] In Wisconsin, The Rock refers to the Town of Rock, a civil township in Rock County with a 2020 population of 2,972. Established in the southern part of the county near the Illinois border, it encompasses unincorporated areas like Afton and supports agriculture and small-scale rural living within the broader Rock County region, known for its dairy farming heritage.^[23] Other minor U.S. sites include scattered townships and historical markers, but none rival the prominence of Alcatraz or the Georgia community.

Elsewhere

The Rock of Gibraltar is a prominent limestone monolith rising to 426 meters, forming a strategic British Overseas Territory at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. It has served as a vital military fortress since its capture by Moorish forces under Tariq ibn Ziyad in 711 AD, marking the beginning of centuries of contested control, including British seizure in 1704 and extensive fortifications during World War II, with over 50 kilometers of tunnels excavated for defense.^[24] Prehistoric evidence from its limestone caves, such as St. Michael's Cave, includes Neanderthal remains dating back approximately 25,000 years, highlighting early human habitation.^[25] The territory is also home to a population of about 300 Barbary macaques, the only free-living wild monkeys in Europe, whose origins trace to introductions from North Africa in the 18th century, though legends link them to ancient times.^[26] Corregidor Island, located at the entrance to Manila Bay in the Philippines, earned the nickname "The Rock" due to its rugged terrain and extensive defensive fortifications, including the 1,400-foot-long Malinta Tunnel complex built in the 1930s for command operations and storage.^[27] During World War II, it became the site of a pivotal battle in 1942, where U.S. and Filipino forces under General Jonathan Wainwright held out against Japanese invasion until surrendering on May 6, 1942, after intense bombardment and siege, marking the fall of the Philippines.^[28] The island's gun emplacements and tunnels, part of the Harbor Defenses of Manila and Subic Bays, underscored its role as the "Gibraltar of the East," with later recapture by U.S. forces in 1945 involving amphibious assaults that neutralized remaining Japanese holdouts.^[29] Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory comprising an archipelago of over 180 coral islands in the North Atlantic, is locally known as "The Rock" in slang, reflecting its rugged limestone coastline formed from ancient coral reefs elevated above sea level.^[30] The nickname evokes the islands' rocky, pink-sand beaches and treacherous reefs, which have caused over 300 documented shipwrecks since the 17th century, earning Bermuda the title of "shipwreck capital of the Atlantic" and boosting its tourism economy centered on diving these historic sites.^[31] Settlement began in 1609 following the wreck of the Sea Venture, inspiring Shakespeare's The Tempest, and the territory's strategic location supported British naval bases until the 20th century. Niue, a self-governing island nation in free association with New Zealand located in the South Pacific, is traditionally known as the "Rock of Polynesia" due to its elevated coral atoll structure, rising up to 68 meters and covering 261 square kilometers of limestone plateau surrounded by cliffs and chasms.^[32] This unique geology features extensive limestone caves and blowholes formed by erosion, such as the Avaiki Cave system, which hold cultural significance in Niuean Polynesian traditions, including use for ancestral burial and storytelling.^[33] The population of around 1,600 maintains a vibrant Polynesian culture, with the Niue language and customs preserved through community events, despite influences from missionary arrivals in the 19th century.^[34] Other notable sites include Roborough Rock, a prominent granite outcrop on Roborough Down in Dartmoor National Park, England, composed of two large bosses of Devonian slate and felsite, historically used as a landmark for travelers and associated with prehistoric settlements nearby.^[35] In Shropshire, The Rock is a residential ward within the Telford and Wrekin borough, part of the Lawley and Overdale parish, with roots in 19th-century coal mining and ironworks under the Old Park Iron Company, later integrated into Telford New Town in 1963 for urban expansion.^[36]

Buildings and structures

Prisons and fortifications

The Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, commonly known as "The Rock," operated as a maximum-security federal prison on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay from 1934 to 1963. Established in response to the surge in organized crime following Prohibition and the Great Depression, it was designed to isolate the most incorrigible inmates from other facilities, leveraging the island's remote location to minimize escape risks and external influences.^[37] Among its approximately 1,500 inmates over the years were high-profile figures such as Al Capone, the Chicago gangster convicted of tax evasion, who served from 1934 to 1939, and Robert Stroud, dubbed the "Birdman of Alcatraz," who studied birds in his cell despite restrictions and later inspired a biography. The prison's architecture emphasized security and self-sufficiency, featuring a central cellhouse with four blocks (A through D) housing 336 cells in a panopticon-style layout, reinforced concrete walls, and a 140-foot water tower that stored rainwater and later connected to the mainland supply.^[37] Operations ceased in 1963 due to escalating maintenance costs of $10 per inmate daily and structural decay from saltwater exposure, after which the island briefly served other purposes before federal control ended. In 1972, Alcatraz was integrated into the Golden Gate National Recreation Area under the National Park Service, opening to public tours in 1973 and receiving National Historic Landmark status in 1986 to preserve its role in American penal and civil rights history.^[38] The Corregidor Fortress, on Corregidor Island guarding Manila Bay in the Philippines, earned the moniker "The Rock" for its rugged terrain and strategic fortifications developed from the early 1900s under U.S. administration. As Fort Mills, it housed over 50 coastal artillery pieces, including 12-inch disappearing guns, minefields, and searchlights, with the Malinta Tunnel complex—a 1,300-foot-long lateral tunnel branching into 24 laterals—serving as command headquarters, hospital, and munitions storage for up to 8,000 personnel.^[39]^[40] In the Pacific War, Corregidor withstood initial Japanese air raids in December 1941 and supported the defense of Bataan Peninsula until its fall in April 1942, enduring heavy bombardment before U.S. General Jonathan Wainwright surrendered the "Rock" on May 6, 1942, to halt further loss of life among its 13,000 defenders. Recaptured by U.S. forces in the Battle of Corregidor from February 16–26, 1945, the site saw intense fighting that neutralized a 5,000-strong Japanese garrison entrenched in tunnels.^[39]^[27] Post-World War II preservation began immediately, with the island designated a shrine in 1945 to honor the fallen; formal protection came via Executive Order No. 58 in 1954 establishing the Corregidor Island National Shrine, which has guided restoration projects including tunnel stabilization, battery reconstructions, and memorial upkeep by the Philippine government and international partners.^[40] Ayers Kaserne, a former U.S. Army base in Kirch-Göns, Germany—near Butzbach—was affectionately called "The Rock" by troops, evoking its isolated, fortress-like feel amid the Cold War landscape. Built in 1952 on a repurposed Luftwaffe airfield from World War II, it expanded rapidly under the U.S. troop augmentation program to bolster NATO's forward presence against potential Soviet aggression.^[41] During the Cold War, the installation served as the primary home for the 3rd Armored Division's 1st Brigade (later redesignated as part of the 1st Armored Division), accommodating up to 5,000 personnel with barracks, motor pools, training areas, and support facilities for armored cavalry and infantry units conducting exercises like REFORGER to simulate rapid reinforcement of Europe.^[42] The base's role diminished with the Soviet Union's collapse, leading to the 3rd Armored Division's inactivation in Germany on January 17, 1992; remaining units departed by 1996, after which Ayers Kaserne was returned to German control, largely demolished, and repurposed for civilian use, marking the end of a key U.S. outpost in the region.^[43]

Athletic facilities

The Rock Sports Complex is a multi-use athletic facility located in Franklin, Wisconsin, featuring six major league replica baseball fields designed for youth tournaments, adult leagues, and community events. Opened in 2013 as part of Ballpark Commons, the complex hosts over 125,000 visitors annually and includes amenities like the Umbrella Bar for spectators, emphasizing baseball as its primary sport while supporting broader recreational activities.^[44]^[45] In Las Vegas, Nevada, the Red Rock Climbing Center serves as a premier indoor rock climbing facility dedicated to top-rope, lead climbing, and bouldering, spanning over 8,000 square feet of walls designed by experts Tony Yaniro and Doug Englekirk.^[46] Established around 1995, it has operated for approximately 30 years as of 2025, providing training programs, youth classes, and guided sessions near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, catering to climbers of all levels with routes up to 100 feet long.^[47]^[48] Several college sports venues bear the nickname "The Rock," reflecting their rugged construction or symbolic importance. M.M. Roberts Stadium at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, opened in 1976, is affectionately known as "The Rock" due to the challenging concrete-hauling efforts by football players during its building, serving as home to the Golden Eagles football team with a capacity of 36,000.^[49]^[50] Similarly, Kidd Brewer Stadium at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, is referred to as "The Rock" for its elevated, rocky terrain setting, accommodating 30,000 fans for Mountaineers football games and recognized as a top Group of Five venue.^[51]^[52] At Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania, Mihalik-Thompson Stadium functions as the home field for the Rock football, field hockey, and lacrosse teams since 1974, embodying the institution's athletic identity.^[53]

Other buildings

Several religious and community buildings around the world are named "The Rock," often inspired by biblical imagery of stability and faith, such as Psalm 18:2 where God is described as a rock and fortress. These structures serve as places of worship, fellowship, and community outreach, distinct from athletic or penal facilities. In Stockholm, Sweden, The Rock Church, known locally as Församlingen Klippan, operates as an inclusive Christian congregation emphasizing the core tenets of the faith, including the Bible as divine revelation, the Triune God, and Jesus Christ as the Redeemer. Affiliated with the broader Local Church movement influenced by Watchman Nee and Witness Lee, the church holds regular gatherings for the Lord's Table on Sundays, prayer meetings on Tuesdays, and Bible studies on Wednesdays, with locations in Stockholm and Uppsala, as well as online options for broader accessibility.^[54] A prominent U.S. example is The Rock Community Baptist Church, formerly known as Greater White Rock Baptist Church, in the Philadelphia area, Pennsylvania, which traces its roots to 1898 when a small group of spiritually minded individuals began holding prayer meetings in their homes. Evolving from St. Paul Mission and officially becoming White Rock Baptist Church around 1907–1909, the congregation renamed to The Rock Community Baptist Church in 2022 following relocation to 17 E. Lacrosse Avenue in Lansdowne, reflecting enduring service through worship, education, and social initiatives.^[55]

People

Real individuals

Dwayne Johnson, born Dwayne Douglas Johnson on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, is an American actor, producer, and former professional wrestler widely known by his ring name "The Rock."^[56] He began his wrestling career in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in 1996, initially debuting as Rocky Maivia before adopting the persona of The Rock in 1997, which propelled him to stardom through charismatic promos and high-profile feuds.^[56] Johnson headlined multiple WrestleMania events and won eight WWE Championships, seven during his full-time tenure from 1996 to 2004, before transitioning to part-time appearances while focusing on acting.^[56] Transitioning to film, Johnson has starred in blockbuster franchises such as Fast & Furious, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and its 2019 sequel, and Hobbs & Shaw (2019), with his movies grossing over $14.9 billion worldwide, establishing him as one of Hollywood's highest-paid actors.^[56] As a producer, he founded Seven Bucks Productions in 2012, which has backed projects like Ballers and Young Rock.^[56] His business ventures include launching Teremana Tequila in 2020, which sold over 300,000 cases in its first year.^[57] Johnson is also active in philanthropy, serving as a Make-A-Wish ambassador since 2002 and granting over 100 wishes, while supporting causes like children's hospitals and disaster relief through his foundation.^[57] As of 2025, his net worth is estimated at $800 million, derived from acting, endorsements, and entrepreneurship.^[58] George Henry Thomas (1816–1870), a Union general during the American Civil War, earned the nickname "The Rock of Chickamauga" for his steadfast defense at the Battle of Chickamauga in September 1863, where he rallied retreating troops and prevented a complete Confederate victory despite heavy losses.^[59] Born in Southampton County, Virginia, Thomas graduated from West Point in 1840 and served in the Mexican-American War before remaining loyal to the Union amid Southern secession, a decision that estranged him from his family.^[60] He commanded the XIV Corps and later the Army of the Cumberland, achieving decisive victories at the Battle of Chattanooga (1863), where his assault on Missionary Ridge broke Confederate lines, and at the Battle of Nashville (1864), effectively destroying the Confederate Army of Tennessee.^[59] Thomas's deliberate tactics and emphasis on soldier welfare earned him respect, though his cautious style drew criticism from superiors like Ulysses S. Grant; he died of a stroke in 1870 and was honored with an equestrian statue in Washington, D.C.^[59] Rocky Marciano (1923–1969), born Rocco Francis Marchegiano in Brockton, Massachusetts, was an undefeated heavyweight boxing champion known as "The Rock from Brockton" for his durable punching power and relentless style.^[61] After serving in World War II and briefly playing semi-professional baseball, Marciano turned to boxing in 1947, compiling a 49–0 record with 43 knockouts, including title defenses against Jersey Joe Walcott, Ezzard Charles, and Archie Moore from 1952 to 1956.^[61] He retired as champion in 1956 at age 32, the only heavyweight to do so undefeated, and later worked as a referee and celebrity, though he died in a plane crash in 1969.^[61] Marciano's legacy endures as a symbol of boxing's golden era, with his short stature (5'10") and forward pressure influencing future fighters.^[62]

Fictional characters

In DC Comics' war anthology series G.I. Combat, "The Rock" is a prototype character for the later Sgt. Rock, debuting as a rugged American soldier known for his unyielding toughness and resilience in battle.^[63] Appearing in issue #68 (January 1959), written by Robert Kanigher and illustrated by Joe Kubert, the character—whose full name and rank are not specified—is depicted as a former prizefighter turned infantryman, earning his nickname for his ability to endure extreme hardships, likened to a "human obstacle course" that obstacles break against rather than the reverse.^[64] This early incarnation emphasizes his indomitable spirit, as he persists through intense combat without retreating, embodying the archetype of the unbreakable wartime hero in post-World War II narratives.^[65] The character's portrayal highlights themes of perseverance and raw physicality, with "The Rock" leading his unit through perilous missions where his refusal to yield inspires his comrades, setting the foundation for the more developed Sgt. Rock in subsequent stories.^[66] Though not endowed with literal superhuman abilities, his depiction conveys near-superhuman endurance, influencing the evolution of DC's war comics protagonists during the late 1950s boom in the genre.^[67] This one-shot appearance in G.I. Combat marks "The Rock" as a seminal, albeit brief, figure in DC's military-themed publications, bridging earlier war tales to the long-running Easy Company saga.^[68]

Arts, entertainment, and media

Films and television

The 1996 action thriller film The Rock, directed by Michael Bay, stars Nicolas Cage as FBI chemical weapons expert Stanley Goodspeed and Sean Connery as John Patrick Mason, a former British intelligence agent, who team up to thwart a rogue U.S. Marine general (Ed Harris) holding tourists hostage on Alcatraz Island with VX nerve gas rockets.^[69] The plot draws on the island's nickname "The Rock" for its maximum-security prison setting, blending high-stakes heists and explosive action sequences filmed partly on location at Alcatraz.^[70] Produced on a $75 million budget, the film grossed over $335 million worldwide, marking it as the fourth highest-grossing movie of 1996 and a commercial success that solidified Bay's reputation for spectacle-driven blockbusters.^[71] It received Academy Award nominations for Best Sound and Best Sound Effects Editing, highlighting its technical achievements in audio design amid the chaos of helicopter chases and biochemical threats.^[72] In television, "The Rock" has appeared as an episode title in various series, often evoking themes of isolation or unyielding challenges. For instance, the 2020 episode "The Rock" from the Apple TV+ anthology Little America follows an Iranian immigrant's determination to build a family home despite a massive boulder obstructing the site, symbolizing perseverance in the American dream.^[73] Similarly, the Alone Season 7, Episode 5 "The Rock" (2020) on the History Channel depicts survivalists navigating treacherous coastal terrain and wildlife threats on Vancouver Island, where the rocky landscape tests their endurance from the outset.^[74] Dwayne Johnson, known professionally as "The Rock," has featured prominently in TV under that moniker, most notably as an executive producer and narrator for the NBC sitcom Young Rock (2021–2023), a semi-autobiographical series chronicling his childhood, wrestling career, and rise to fame across multiple timelines.^[75] Documentaries titled or centered on "The Rock" have explored the historical and strategic significance of both Alcatraz Island and the Rock of Gibraltar. The 1967 promotional short film The Rock serves as a promotional documentary for the feature Point Blank, offering behind-the-scenes insights into filming on Alcatraz and interviews with former inmate John Giles about prison life, emphasizing the site's eerie isolation.^[76] For Gibraltar, the 1941 British Pathé newsreel The Rock of Gibraltar documents the British territory's fortifications and military importance during World War II, showcasing its role as a strategic outpost with footage of tunnels, cannons, and the iconic limestone monolith. More recently, the 2013 documentary Gibraltar: My Rock (filmed in 2010) examines the ongoing sovereignty disputes between the UK and Spain, featuring interviews with residents who view the Rock as a symbol of identity and resilience amid geopolitical tensions.^[77] Additionally, the 1988 BBC Panorama episode Death on the Rock investigates the killing of three IRA members by British SAS forces in Gibraltar, sparking controversy over the operation's legality and media portrayal.

Music albums

The Rock is the title of several music albums spanning rock, hard rock, and related genres, often evoking themes of resilience or musical foundation. The 1975 album The Rock, credited to the Frankie Miller Band, represents Scottish singer Frankie Miller's third studio release and his most overtly rock-focused effort to date. Recorded in San Francisco and produced by Elliot Mazer—who had previously worked on Neil Young's Harvest—the LP features a raw, blues-inflected sound with contributions from British session musicians like Ray Fenwick on guitar and Clem Clempson on bass. Standout tracks include the energetic opener "A Fool in Love" and the title track "The Rock," which captures Miller's gravelly vocals and straightforward rock drive; the album was issued by Chrysalis Records and praised for its unpolished authenticity in contemporary reviews.^[78] John Entwistle, the Who’s legendary bassist, released The Rock in 1996 as his sixth solo studio album, following a 15-year gap since Too Late the Hero. Credited to Entwistle and assembled with a short-lived band also named the Rock (including drummer Steve Luongo and guitarist Godfrey Townsend), the record emphasizes Entwistle's compositional range, blending hard rock riffs, ballads, and humorous nods to his Who tenure. Key cuts like "Hound Dog" (a cover) and "Sometimes" highlight his thunderous bass lines and witty lyrics; distributed by Griffin Music, it earned a modest reception among progressive rock enthusiasts for reviving Entwistle's solo career momentum.^[79] In the modern era, Whitesnake issued The Rock Album in 2020 as a curated compilation of 28 tracks from their catalog, remixed and remastered for Rhino Records. Fronted by David Coverdale, the double-disc set spotlights high-impact hard rock anthems like "Still of the Night" and "Here I Go Again," drawing from 1980s classics to 2010s releases; pressed on 180-gram white vinyl, it serves as an accessible entry point for fans, peaking at No. 9 on the UK Rock & Metal Albums Chart and reinforcing the band's enduring legacy.^[80] Indie and niche releases under the title include The Rock by JC Freaks, a 2018 alternative rock outing on Mojuba Records that explores introspective themes through lo-fi production and guitar-driven arrangements, available digitally via Bandcamp for streaming and download.^[81]

Music songs

Several musical artists have released songs titled "The Rock," often drawing on themes of stability, strength, or identity. In rock music, The Who's instrumental track "The Rock," written by Pete Townshend, appears as the penultimate song on their 1973 rock opera album Quadrophenia. The six-minute piece medleys the album's four recurring musical motifs—each representing one aspect of the protagonist Jimmy's split personality—and builds tension leading into the finale "Love, Reign o'er Me," symbolizing Jimmy's internal turmoil and quest for unity through rock culture. In gospel music, Fred Hammond included "He's A Rock (Interlude)," an instrumental segment, on his 1998 double album Pages of Life: Chapter I. The brief track reinforces biblical imagery of God as an unshakeable foundation, fitting Hammond's contemporary urban gospel style that blends R&B, hip-hop, and traditional elements to convey spiritual resilience.^[82] Recent Christian hip-hop and pop tracks titled "The Rock" include Forrest Frank and Crowder's 2025 collaboration, a faith-based anthem emphasizing divine refuge amid life's challenges, released as a single ahead of Frank's broader vibe-driven discography.^[83] Similarly, The Walls Group's 2017 song "The Rock" from their album The Other Side portrays God as a steadfast protector in an urban gospel context, highlighting themes of endurance and trust.^[84] In hip-hop, Alexander Hitchens' 2023 track "The Rock" embodies motivational energy, with lyrics focusing on personal fortitude and overcoming adversity in an anthemic style typical of orchestral hip-hop productions.^[85]

Other uses

In literature, "The Rock" refers to a 1934 pageant play by T. S. Eliot, commissioned to support church-building efforts in London and first performed at Sadler's Wells Theatre on May 28, 1934, with music by Martin Shaw.^[86] The work features ten choruses and dramatic scenes tracing the historical struggles of church construction amid urban decay and persecution.^[87] Among novels, John Masters' 1970 historical fiction The Rock explores Gibraltar's strategic and cultural significance through vignettes of fictional residents across centuries, from the 18th to mid-20th century. Non-fiction works include Sir William G. F. Jackson's "The Rock of the Gibraltarians: A History of Gibraltar" (1986), which chronicles the territory's military and social evolution from prehistoric times to modern self-determination. In video games, "San Francisco Rush The Rock: Alcatraz Edition" (1997) is an arcade racing title developed by Atari Games, expanding on the original with four new tracks incorporating Alcatraz Island—nicknamed The Rock—as a central environment for high-speed chases through the prison grounds and surrounding waters.^[88] Another example is "Rock the Rock" (1994), a promotional Sega Genesis cartridge tied to the Sonic & Knuckles World Championship, where players navigate block-stacking puzzles in a competitive mini-game format.^[89] For theater and stage, beyond Eliot's play, "Hero: The Rock Opera" (2004) is a biblical musical adaptation performed by Christian rock artists like Rebecca St. James and Newsboys, blending rock instrumentation with dramatic scenes from the life of Jesus in a concert-style production.^[90] Recent stage works include "Exorcistic: The Rock Musical" (2023 premiere), a horror-comedy parody of possession films, featuring original rock songs and demonic exorcism tropes, which earned LA Drama Critics Circle awards for music and lyrics before its Off-Broadway run.^[91]

Sports

Teams and venues

In sports, "The Rock" has been used as a nickname for several teams across various disciplines. The Slippery Rock University athletic teams, particularly in American football, are collectively known as The Rock, representing the institution in NCAA Division II competitions within the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.^[92] The Toronto Rock is a professional box lacrosse team in the National Lacrosse League, founded in 1998 and based in Hamilton and Toronto, Ontario, with multiple championships including titles in 2003, 2005, and 2011.^[93] In Australian rules football, The Rock-Yerong Creek Football Netball Club, nicknamed the Mighty Magpies, competes in the Farrer Football League in New South Wales, having won premierships in 2023 and 2024.^[94] Several venues bear the nickname "The Rock" due to their design, location, or cultural associations. The Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, is commonly referred to as The Rock, inspired by the nearby Rock of Gibraltar sculpture; it serves as the home arena for the NHL's New Jersey Devils and hosts various events including concerts and wrestling promotions.^[95] The Rock Stadium in Rhosymedre, Wales, is the home ground for Cefn Druids AFC, one of Wales' oldest football clubs founded in 1872, with a capacity of around 3,000 and recent acquisition by Wrexham AFC in 2025 for community and development purposes.^[96]^[97] Additionally, The Rock Sports Complex in Franklin, Wisconsin, functions as a multi-sport venue with six baseball fields, supporting youth, adult, and tournament play primarily in baseball and softball leagues.^[98]

Events and terms

In professional wrestling, under the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) banner, The Rock—Dwayne Johnson's ring name—headlined numerous pay-per-view events, most notably at WrestleMania, where his matches often defined eras and drew record viewership. At WrestleMania X8 on March 17, 2002, The Rock faced Hollywood Hulk Hogan in an "Icon vs. Icon" matchup that showcased generational rivalry and culminated in The Rock's victory by pinfall after a People's Elbow. Similarly, at WrestleMania X-Seven on April 1, 2001, The Rock defended the WWF Championship against Stone Cold Steve Austin in the main event, a no-disqualification match that ended with Austin winning the title amid controversy over outside interference, marking a pivotal shift in WWE storytelling. These events, among others like the 2000 Backlash where The Rock captured the WWF Championship from Triple H, highlighted his role in elevating WWE's pay-per-view landscape during the Attitude Era.^[99] Later WrestleMania appearances further solidified The Rock's legacy, including high-profile clashes with John Cena. At WrestleMania XXVIII on April 1, 2012, The Rock defeated Cena in a main event billed as "Once in a Lifetime," fulfilling a long-teased confrontation and drawing over 1.2 million pay-per-view buys, one of WWE's highest.^[100] The rematch at WrestleMania 29 on April 7, 2013, saw The Rock defend the WWE Championship but lose to Cena via pinfall after 23 minutes, transitioning the title while underscoring The Rock's enduring draw.^[100] More recently, at WrestleMania XL on April 6-7, 2024, The Rock teamed with Roman Reigns to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins in a tag team main event, securing a stipulation advantage for the subsequent Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match.^[100] In curling, "rock" is the fundamental terminology for the playing stone, a polished granite object quarried primarily from Ailsa Craig in Scotland, weighing between 38 and 44 pounds (17.2 to 19.96 kg) and featuring a handle for grip during delivery.^[101] Players release the rock with a sweep or rotation to induce curling—a controlled curve—across the pebbled ice sheet toward the house, the circular target area where scoring occurs based on proximity to the button (center point).^[102] Terms like "shot rock" denote the closest rock to the button at the end of an end (inning), while "burnt rock" refers to one accidentally touched by a player or equipment, requiring removal if between hog lines.^[103] This lexicon emphasizes strategy, as guards (rocks short of the house) protect shots, and peels (aggressive removals) clear opponents' positions. In boxing, "The Rock" served as a nickname for durable heavyweights, exemplified by Hasim Rahman's career, where it symbolized resilience in the ring. Rahman, a Baltimore native, secured an infamous upset on April 22, 2001, in Brakpan, South Africa, knocking out Lennox Lewis in the fifth round to claim the WBC, IBF, IBO, and lineal heavyweight titles as a 20-1 underdog, a bout billed as "Thunder in Africa" that shocked the sport.^[104] The rematch on November 17, 2001, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas saw Lewis avenge the loss, stopping Rahman in the fourth round to reclaim the belts and reassert dominance.^[105] Such events underscored "The Rock" moniker for fighters known for withstanding punishment, akin to earlier figures like Rocky Marciano, dubbed "The Rock from Brockton" for his unbreakable defense across 49 unbeaten bouts from 1947 to 1955.^[106]

Other uses

Brands and publications

Project Rock is an apparel and footwear line developed in partnership between Under Armour and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, launched in 2016 to promote fitness and motivation through performance gear such as training shoes, shorts, and shirts.^[107] The collection's debut signature sneaker, the Project Rock 1, released in May 2018 and sold out within 30 minutes, highlighting its immediate commercial impact.^[108] Subsequent drops, including the 2020 "Through the Work" series, emphasize themes of hard work and resilience, with items rigorously tested by Johnson for durability during intense workouts.^[109] ZOA Energy is a line of zero-sugar energy drinks and pre-workout supplements co-founded by Dwayne Johnson in 2021, formulated with natural caffeine from green tea and coffee beans, vitamin C for immune support, and electrolytes for hydration.^[110] The brand's drinks, available in flavors like Tropical Punch and Frosted Grape, aim to provide balanced energy without artificial additives, with Johnson recommending options for daily use.^[111] In 2024, the ZOA+ pre-workout powder line earned NSF Certified for Sport status, verifying it as free from banned substances for athletes.^[112] Several publications bear the name "The Rock," including community-focused magazines. The Rock Magazine, produced in Plymouth, Michigan, since the early 2000s, covers local events, businesses, and news exclusively for the Plymouth area and is distributed free to residents.^[113] Similarly, The ROCK serves as the official alumni magazine for Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania, featuring updates on campus life, achievements, and community stories in both print and digital formats.^[114] In the lifestyle sector, THE ROCK FATHER Magazine, founded in 2009, explores entertainment, music, cars, and family culture through articles and reviews.^[115] Book series titled "The Rock" include fiction works like Sandi Lynn's five-book contemporary romance series, starting with FRET in 2014, which follows musicians navigating personal and professional challenges.^[116] LJ Ross's The Rock (2016) is the 12th installment in her DCI Ryan crime thriller series, set on the Farne Islands and involving a murder investigation.^[117]

Miscellaneous

In religious contexts, particularly within the Hebrew Bible, "the Rock" serves as a recurring metaphor for God, symbolizing unyielding strength, stability, and protection. This imagery is prominently featured in Deuteronomy 32:4, where it describes divine perfection and justice: "He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he."^[118] The metaphor extends to Psalms, such as Psalm 18:2, portraying God as a fortress: "The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."^[119] These references underscore a theological concept of divine reliability amid human frailty, influencing later Christian interpretations of Christ as the foundational "rock" in passages like 1 Corinthians 10:4.^[120] In contemporary slang, "the rock" commonly refers to a large diamond, especially in the context of engagement rings or jewelry, evoking value and permanence. This usage appears in everyday language to highlight extravagance, as in descriptions of a partner's anniversary gift: "Have you seen the size of the rock he gave her?"^[121]

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Aug 21, 2025 · Forrest Frank & Crowder - The Rock (Lyrics). 675K views · 2 months ... Top Forrest Frank Songs | Best Vibe Playlist 2025.Missing: titled | Show results with:titled
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The Rock - song and lyrics by The Walls Group - Spotify
Listen to The Rock on Spotify. Song · The Walls Group · 2017.
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The Rock - song and lyrics by Alexander Hitchens | Spotify
Listen to The Rock on Spotify. Song · Alexander Hitchens · 2023. ... Anthemic Hip-Hop 3. Album • 2024 ... Orchestral Hip Hop. Compilation • 2019 · Urban, Vol ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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The Rock - TS Eliot Prize
First performed at the Sadler's Wells Theatre, 28 May 1934. ... T. S. Eliot's defining comment on The Rock has been, ironically, one of disownment: 'I cannot ...
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The Rock | Historical Pageants
Eliot, T.S., The Rock: A Pageant Play Written for Performance at Sadler's Wells Theatre, Book of Words. London, 1934. Price 1s. Other primary published ...
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Rush The Rock: Alcatraz Edition - The Basement Arcade
It adds 4 new cars, new music and 4 new tracks including The Rock where you race around and through Alcatraz prison. Yes this game is a nail biter. From the ...Missing: escape | Show results with:escape
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Rock the Rock - Sega Retro
Rock the Rock, known in Japan as the Sonic & Knuckles World Championship and Sonic & Knuckles Sekai Taikai Rock the Rock, was an American video game ...
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Hero: The Rock Opera (Video 2004) - IMDb
Rating 8.7/10 (97) Hero: The Rock Opera: Directed by Ed DeGarmo. With Shannon Bain, Billy Buchanan, John Cooper, Bob Farrell. Put together full-blown performances by Michael ...Top Cast11 · Related Interests · Storyline
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Exorcistic: The Rock Musical - Asylum NYC
Exorcistic: The Rock Musical is a bold, high-octane horror-comedy. Winner of LA Drama Critics Circle Best Music and Lyrics 2023 and Best new musical Off-Off ...Missing: stage | Show results with:stage
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Football - Slippery Rock University Athletics
The official Football page for the Slippery Rock University The Rock.
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About the Rock - Toronto Rock
The Rock were originally founded ahead of the 1998 NLL season as the Ontario Raiders, playing at then Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario. They moved to then- ...
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The Rock Yerong Creek Football Netball Club – Home of the Mighty ...
The Rock Yerong Creek Football Netball Club. Home of the Mighty Magpies. Reigning premiers of the Farrer Football League 2023-2024.
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Prudential Center Arena Information | New Jersey Live Entertainment
Rent The Rock ... Prudential Center, New Jersey's premier destination for sports entertainment is the ideal place to hold your next private event. →. block ...
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Our Home - Cefn Druids AFC
The Rock has been home to Cefn Druids since 2010 after moving from its previous Plaskynaston home which became a supermarket as part of the stadium deal.Missing: website | Show results with:website
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CLUB NEWS | Wrexham AFC complete purchase of The Rock stadium
Aug 5, 2025 · Wrexham AFC have completed the purchase of The Rock stadium in Rhosymedre, Wales thus securing a long-term permanent home for Wrexham AFC ...
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Home | Mke Rock League Baseball
The Rock Sports Complex is uniquely defined by its major league specification baseball fields. Our fields are designed by the very best experts and built ...Tournaments · Maps Fields · Adult League · Food & Beverage
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The Rock Wrestlemania Record and Appearances - Sportskeeda
Dec 30, 2024 · The Rock has won 6 and lost 5 matches in his total 11 matches at WrestleMania. He defeated The Sultan, Ken Shamrock, Hollywood Hogan, Steve Austin, John Cena ...
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Curling 101: Glossary - NBC Olympics
Jul 16, 2025 · The term comes from the phrase, “the rock picked something up.” It almost always is used as a verb: “My rock picked on that last shot.” Port ...
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Glossary of curling - the meaning behind the sport's vocabulary
Stone: A granite rock (weighing almost 20 kilograms) thrown by players onto the sheet in order to attempt to score points. · Brooms or brushes: Tools used by ...
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Intro to Curling — USA CURLING
burnt rock: A rock in motion touched by a player or a player's equipment. If this occurs between the hog lines, the rock is taken out of play. ... control: A ...<|separator|>
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Nick Charles To Call Rahman-Sykes on 6/14 - Boxing Scene
Jun 7, 2007 · VERSUS' June 14 Fight Night will be headlined by a 10-round heavyweight bout pitting former two-time WBC heavyweight champion Hasim “The Rock ...
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Under Armour officially announces partnership with Dwayne Johnson
Jan 26, 2016 · Under Armour announced on Monday a global partnership with actor and former professional wrestler, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.Missing: clothing exact
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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Launches First Project Rock Collection ...
Feb 20, 2020 · Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson's Project Rock partnership with Under Armour is launching a new collection called “The Work” today.
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Meet the energy drink made by Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
A new better-for-you energy drink is hitting the market in March, and one ...
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Amazon.com : ZOA Zero Sugar Energy Drinks, Variety Pack
30-day returnsNine Energy Drink flavors. Each packing the same great formula. Want a reco from Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson? Go with Frosted Grape.
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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson's ZOA+ Powder Earns NSF Certified ...
Mar 4, 2024 · Zoa Energy, the portfolio of energy drinks and pre-workout supplements co-founded by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, introduced ZOA+ Powder to ...
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The Rock Magazine - Plymouth Community Chamber of Commerce
The locally owned and produced The Rock - focused solely on what's going on in the Plymouth community.
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Rock Magazine | Slippery Rock University
The ROCK is the official magazine of Slippery Rock University. Alumni can sign up to receive the print version and/or opt in to receive the digital version ...
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THE ROCK FATHER Magazine — Entertainment, Lifestyle, and ...
Founded in 2009 by Publisher James Zahn, The Rock Father Magazine is a leading lifestyle destination covering music, cars, culture, and more.<|control11|><|separator|>
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The Rock Series (5 book series) Kindle Edition - Amazon.com
30-day returnsBooks in this series (5 books) · FRET (The Rock Series Book 1) · FRET (The Rock Series Book 1) · Jinxed: The Rock Series book 2 · Jinxed: The Rock Series book 2 ...
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The Rock - LJ Ross
Series books; Contact. The multi-million bestselling author. DCI Ryan Series. The Rock ... Arrange by Publication Order. Publication Order; Most Recent.
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ROCK | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary
slang for a valuable stone used in jewelry, especially a diamond: Have you seen the size of the rock he gave her for their anniversary?Rock bottom · ROCK-A-BYE · ANTI-ROCK · ALT-ROCK<|separator|>