What makes Gimme by Alice Cooper notable?

Gimme achieved notable success on the Billboard charts, reaching number 27 on the Mainstream Rock chart. The album contributed to the resurgence of interest in Cooper's music during the late 1990s and early 2000s, showcasing his ability to adapt to contemporary rock sounds while maintaining his signature shock rock aesthetic. Released in 2000, Gimme marked Alice Cooper's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus since his previous album, The Last Temptation. At this stage in his career, he was re-establishing himself as a prominent figure in rock, following a period of fluctuating popularity and exploring new musical territories.

How many songs are on Gimme?

Gimme has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Gimme

Alice Cooper · 2000

8 min · 2 tracks · hard rock

A gritty blend of hard rock and industrial elements, embodying Alice Cooper's theatrical style and confrontational lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Gimme (radio edit) — This track encapsulates the album's fusion of heavy riffs and catchy hooks, making it an excellent representation of Alice Cooper's enduring appeal.
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Brutal Planet — As the title track, it explores darker themes through aggressive instrumentation, highlighting Cooper's knack for blending theatricality with hard-hitting rock.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid hard rock elements but lacks depth for lasting appeal.

What we noticed

The title track 'Gimme' features a driving beat and aggressive guitar riffs, typical of hard rock, while the second track 'Brutal Planet' has a darker tone with industrial elements.
Both tracks maintain a consistent tempo, with 'Gimme' being more radio-friendly and accessible compared to the heavier sound of 'Brutal Planet'.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 4/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked Cooper's return and resurgence in popularity after a hiatus.
Themes: industrial decay· theatrical confrontation· post-1990s rock resurgence
Career context: Released in 2000, Gimme marked Alice Cooper's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus since his previous album, The Last Temptation. At this stage in his career, he was re-establishing himself as a prominent figure in rock, following a period of fluctuating popularity and exploring new musical territories.
Stylistic neighbors: David Bowie· Kiss· Queen