What does Raw Like Sushi II sound like?

A fusion of hard rock intensity and playful melodies, propelled by virtuosic musicianship and infectious energy. Rooted in hard rock. Start with "Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy (The Electric Drill Song)".

Is Raw Like Sushi II a good place to start with Mr. Big?

Yes, Raw Like Sushi II is recommended as a starting point for new Mr. Big listeners. A fusion of hard rock intensity and playful melodies, propelled by virtuosic musicianship and infectious energy. Raw Like Sushi II is Mr. Big's third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1989 and the successful Lean Into It in 1991. By this point, the band was solidifying its reputation for technical prowess and catchy hooks, riding the wave of early '90s rock popularity as they built on their previous successes.

Who is Raw Like Sushi II for?

Raw Like Sushi II works well if you're into high-energy climax builds gradually, infectious hooks for sing-alongs and virtuoso musicianship showcases talent.

How many songs are on Raw Like Sushi II?

Raw Like Sushi II has 7 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Raw Like Sushi II

Mr. Big · 1992

53 min · 7 tracks · hard rock

A fusion of hard rock intensity and playful melodies, propelled by virtuosic musicianship and infectious energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy (The Electric Drill Song) Start here — This track stands out for its unique combination of humor and technical musicianship, featuring an iconic electric drill solo that became a signature moment for the band.
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Voodoo Kiss — With its catchy chorus and intricate guitar work, Voodoo Kiss encapsulates the band's ability to balance melodic hooks with hard-hitting rock elements.
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Shyboy — Shyboy showcases Mr. Big's knack for blending powerful vocal lines with intricate instrumentation, highlighting their musical versatility while remaining radio-friendly.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends technical musicianship with catchy hooks, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

The album includes several instrumental sections, such as the guitar and bass solos that break up the vocal tracks.
Tracks like 'Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy' incorporate humor in their lyrics and performance style, contrasting with more serious hard rock themes.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

high-energy climax builds gradually
infectious hooks for sing-alongs
virtuoso musicianship showcases talent
playful experimentation throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
dislike lengthy instrumental solos

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album contributed to their growing mainstream recognition with notable hits.
Themes: early '90s rock· electric drill solos· playful hard rock
Career context: Raw Like Sushi II is Mr. Big's third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1989 and the successful Lean Into It in 1991. By this point, the band was solidifying its reputation for technical prowess and catchy hooks, riding the wave of early '90s rock popularity as they built on their previous successes.
Stylistic neighbors: Extreme· Toto· Aldo Nova