What makes The Beautiful People by Marilyn Manson notable?

This album is significant for its critical reception, including a nomination for Best Metal Performance at the 1998 Grammy Awards. Tracks like 'The Beautiful People' became anthems of the burgeoning industrial metal scene and sparked discussions about censorship and artistic expression in music. Released on September 22, 1996, 'The Beautiful People' was Marilyn Manson's second studio album, following their debut 'Portrait of an American Family'. By this time, the band had solidified their controversial image and begun to gain mainstream attention, setting the stage for their eventual commercial breakthrough.