Eat 'Em and Smile
David Lee Roth · 1986
30 min · 10 tracks · hard rock
A flamboyant mix of hard rock bravado and playful lyrical wit, showcasing Roth's charismatic vocal delivery.
Why this album works
'Eat 'Em and Smile' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and became one of the defining albums of the glam metal movement. Its success solidified Roth's solo career and contributed significantly to the popularization of theatrical performance styles in rock music during the mid-1980s.
- Best for
- short, punchy listening sessions energetic and vibrant flow playful and charismatic vibes
- Context
- Upon its release in 1986, 'Eat 'Em and Smile' marked David Lee Roth's debut solo album after his departure from Van Halen. This album came during a pivotal moment in his career as he sought to establish an identity separate from the iconic rock band that had propelled him to fame.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Neil Young· Prince· Bruce Springsteen· Cyndi Lauper· Bob Dylan· ZZ Top· Green Day
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Yankee Rose Standout 3:51
- 2 Shyboy Standout 3:23
- 3 I'm Easy 2:07
- 4 Ladies' Nite in Buffalo? 4:08
- 5 Goin' Crazy! 3:06
- 6 Tobacco Road Standout 2:27
- 7 Elephant Gun 2:23
- 8 Big Trouble 3:56
- 9 Bump and Grind 2:28
- 10 That's Life 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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