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Get Over It

Mr. Big · 2000

45 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

Hard-hitting riffs and soaring melodies create an energetic landscape of rock with a polished yet raw edge.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Superfantastic — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its infectious chorus and dynamic guitar work, making it a standout hit from the album.
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    Electrified Start here — With its driving rhythm and powerful vocals, this opener sets an energetic tone for the album, highlighting the band's hard rock prowess.
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    A Rose Alone — This track showcases emotional depth through poignant lyrics and a memorable melody, reflecting the band's ability to blend hard rock with heartfelt themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album balances energetic rock with softer moments, but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy vocals, establishing a strong opening that maintains momentum.
  • The album includes several ballads, such as 'A Rose Alone' and 'How Does It Feel', which provide contrast to the heavier tracks.
  • The final track, 'My New Religion', features an extended instrumental section that showcases the band's musicianship before concluding.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • energizing tracks for road trips
  • dynamic musical interplay throughout

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, short songs
  • avoid consistent melodic structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return after a hiatus, showcasing the band's enduring appeal.
Themes
hard rock resurgence· emotional isolation· dynamic guitar landscapes
Career context
Released in 2000, Get Over It was Mr. Big's sixth studio album and marked their return after a five-year hiatus following the mixed reception of their previous album, Hey Man. The band aimed to reclaim their hard rock roots while navigating changing musical landscapes and member dynamics.
Stylistic neighbors
Extreme· Toto· Aldo Nova

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • How Does It Feel

    The verses shift perspective abruptly, revealing vulnerability amidst bravado as the narrator confronts their feelings directly.

    This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by juxtaposing confident declarations with introspective moments, enhancing the song's complexity.

Tracklist

  • 1 Electrified Start here 4:13
  • 2 Static 3:08
  • 3 Hiding Place 4:46
  • 4 Superfantastic 3:45
  • 5 A Rose Alone 3:52
  • 6 Hole in the Sun 3:47
  • 7 How Does It Feel 4:14
  • 8 Try to Do Without It 4:55
  • 9 Dancin' With My Devils 3:44
  • 10 Mr. Never in a Million Years 5:40
  • 11 My New Religion 3:20

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