Review
Man, "Get a Grip" is one wild ride from Aerosmith's discography. Dropped in April '93, this eleventh studio gem quickly sky-rocketed as their best-selling album worldwide, flaunting over 20 million copies sold. It's their monster hit in both the States and across the globe, even tying with "Pump" for their second best-selling U.S. album. Yeah, this one definitely hit all the right notes for countless fans.
Blending rock and blues like a sonic cocktail, "Get a Grip" is a blast from start to finish. You got some killer guest spots too, like Don Henley and Lenny Kravitz lending their vibes. And hey, how about that cover art designed by Hugh Syme? A cow with a nipple ring and the Aerosmith brand—talk about rebellious. Sure, it ruffled a few feathers with animal rights groups, but rest easy, it was all digital magic.
Now, let's talk hits—this album cranked out singles like "Eat the Rich," "Cryin'," "Amazing," "Crazy," and "Livin' on the Edge," which even snagged a Grammy. While the critics had mixed feelings, especially when stacked up against "Pump," there's no ignoring the rock anthems this album birthed. Bottom line, "Get a Grip" holds a solid place in Aerosmith's legacy, muscling its way into the heart of rock history. - Scarlett
