What makes Animal by Def Leppard notable?

'Animal' became a significant hit for Def Leppard, reaching number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helping to reinforce the band's dominance in the glam metal scene. The song's catchy hooks and radio-friendly production exemplified the band's ability to meld pop sensibilities with hard rock, influencing countless bands that followed. Released on July 1, 1987, 'Animal' marked Def Leppard's transition into a more commercially successful era following their breakout album 'Hysteria'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as one of the leading bands in hard rock, leveraging the success of previous hits to maintain mainstream appeal.