Toys In The Attic

back in the 70s, steven tyler fucked an underaged groupie, and proceeded to literally adopt her as his legal daughter so he could keep fucking this child. he can stuff his big ten inch up his own ass for all i care.

A record breaking album when it comes to blandness and lack of inspiration

If it's 1975 and you want a rock album but you're too much of a fuckin' JOCK to listen to Physical Graffiti, Blood on the Tracks, Wish You Were Here, Born To Run, Horses, Young Americans, Fleetwood Mac, Another Green World, Mothership Connection, or Face the Music, this is the album for you and the boys as you cruise around town in a less interesting version of Dazed and Confused.

Dad rock (Derogatory). Pretty boring, but fine. Would not put on again

After nearly getting off the ground with Get Your Wings, Aerosmith finally perfected their mix of Stonesy raunch and Zeppelin-esque riffing with their third album, Toys in the Attic. The success of the album derives from a combination of an increased sense of songwriting skills and purpose. Not only does Joe Perry turn out indelible riffs like "Walk This Way," "Toys in the Attic," and "Sweet Emotion," but Steven Tyler has fully embraced sleaziness as his artistic muse. Taking his cue from the old dirty blues "Big Ten Inch Record," Tyler writes with a gleeful impishness about sex throughout Toys in the Attic, whether it's the teenage heavy petting of "Walk This Way," the promiscuous "Sweet Emotion," or the double-entendres of "Uncle Salty" and "Adam's Apple." The rest of Aerosmith, led by Perry's dirty, exaggerated riffing, provide an appropriately greasy backing. Before Toys in the Attic, no other hard rock band sounded like this. Sure, Aerosmith cribbed heavily from the records of the Rolling Stones, New York Dolls, and Led Zeppelin, but they didn't have any of the menace of their influences, nor any of their mystique. Aerosmith was a gritty, street-wise hard rock band who played their blues as blooze and were in it for a good time; Toys in the Attic crystallizes that attitude.

A really enjoyable rock album with some great riffs and power vocals. The double entendres and obsession with school girls is a like wearisome, but overall a blast.

Aerosmith, to me, is the very definition of a middle of the road band. They have some pretty memorable songs but just a lot that that is either bad or just pretty forgettable. Aside from Walk this Way and Sweet Emotion and maybe the title track Toys in the Attic, the rest of this just felt like filler. As a whole this album would probably be a 2.5 but I’ll round up for those two songs which are rightfully all timers

Actually did enjoy it. Fundamental Rock, good listen, though I don't think anything did stand out about it.

Aside from the music being bland my rating and review is based on Steve Tyler being a pedo c*nt. I listened to the full album, but its just forgettable generic rock. The music is whatever, but Steve Tyler can go choke on his big ten inch record. From Wikipedia "Tyler claimed their relationship was consensual and that he had immunity because he was her legal guardian at the time" speaking about a 16 year old girl he groomed, adopted and abused - what the actual fuck.

I can't figure out whether Aerosmith is a good band that I think sucks, or if they are just completely overrated. I'm honestly shocked by how well-reviewed this album is. It's so generic. The only "good" song on it is Sweet Emotion. Granted, all the guitar solos absolutely rip, but that's the only thing I can think of that this album has going for it.

great album with 2 immortal classics, Sweet Emotion and Walk this way are undoubtedly the best and remarkable songs of the album, but other songs are really enjoyable as well. Solid 4

According to Chuck Eddy, of all the metallic albums recorded between the dawn of the Miocene era and AD 1990, this is the fourth best. I won't quibble. It coats Stones licks and Skynyrd boogie in squeezed zit-juice with such sexed-up fervour that it generates teenage kicks as high as Chuck Berry's or early Beatles'. Makes you feel like the fate of the world hangs on your puny 15 year old dreams. After putting his audience and himself through the ringer on tracks 1-8, Steve Tyler gathers us all up in a sweaty, stinking (probably quite horny) hug. We saw him crying? Uh-uh, he saw us bawling our pubescent eyes out.

The lightning-speed swamp rock riffing that the band does on the opener simply sounds great. There's more pop-blues to come, and it's good. Not quite Dutch angled, but with plenty of edge to keep the ear engaged. The attempt to sexualize their interpretation of the genre comes off a bit flat, but thankfully it's not the main thrust of the record. The second half loses a bit of the energy, but serves as a demonstration of musical breadth and ends with a bang. Very impressive for a sub-forty-minute album.

liked the album and it helped me get back into rock

Fuck yeah, this rocks. Hard rock, doesn't try to be anything other than what it is, album only 37min, this is a solid 4/5. The only other Aerosmith I've heard is their late 80s/early 90s stuff and Tyler sounds way better here.

Just as no one would have heard of Afrika Bambaataa if it weren't for Kraftwerk, far fewer people (especially in the white suburbs) would have heard of run DMC if not for Walk this Way. So even though I never liked the song, I can appreciate its legacy. The title track is also good and a few others are listenable. between a 2 and a 3 for me.

The two songs that became famous - “sweet emotion” and “walk this way” - were the right ones. Especially “sweet emotion.” They’re legitimately great rock songs and sound totally different than everything else on the album. The rest of the album is kinda pedestrian guitar rock, with the exception of “big ten inch record,” which is just freaking awful and filled with bad sexual double entendres, to boot. “You See Me Crying” is foreshadowing of the absolute garbage that Aerosmith would put out in the 90’s.

Impressively meh.

As a 90s kid growing up with 90s Aerosmith, I didn't take Aerosmith very seriously. In fact, I loathed Aerosmith. They're up there with Billy Joel as artists who I completely understand the success and reach they've had, but I really only appreciate on a cultural level rather than a musical one. So color me surprised when I put this album on to find some real tightly played hard rock. Maybe a little unsophisticated lyrically, but you can see yourself handing the Zeppelin crown over to them. And then Big Ten Inch Record played. No, I was right. These guys are corny. Then comes Sweet Emotion and you see why they got so big.

Not bad for this type of straight-forward rock, though it's just really not my style. Probably wouldn't ever choose to listen to it either.

Terrible. Real cheesey. Two good songs maybe.

Over 40 years I've been listening to Aerosmith, and I am finding more meaning in their music still. I love it. One of the best albums of the era. Toys In The Attic is one of their best songs. So great tracks such as first song: "Toys in the Attic" - very good track to start your day! "No More No More" - one of the most high-energy rock songs ...EVER!!! The last song of the album "You See Me Crying" - its more calmly song... I dont know but I love it. Awesome album from an awesome band. Rock on!

If u like hard rock - u like it

Released 1975

4-, a classic, but weaker and less memorable than the other albums from that decades

This album starts off like a roller coaster electromagnetically launched out of the start house. The guitars on Toys In The Attic (song) are engaging right from the get go. Uncle Salty starts out a bit slow but then by the end I quite enjoyed it. The bluesy Big Ten Inch Record is a great cover, but I don’t think the lyrics are about an LP. Steven Tyler claims he said “cept on my big ten inch…” I definitely heard suck like everyone else. Walk This Way and Sweet Emotion are all-time classics while You See Me Crying is a nice ballad with piano and backing orchestra. Overall I really like 3 songs, like 3 songs, and enjoy, but am somewhat indifferent to, 3 songs.

This album is really awesome. I enjoyed it today while driving from Ft Lauderdale on i-95 back home to Jensen Beach. I had already had 2 songs from this album in my Liked songs. I added Uncle Salty to that list today. The guitars are incredible. What a time that was to be alive! My mom graduated high school the year this album came out. 1975.

As a kid I grew up listening to current rock which now happens to be "classic rock" - and sometime in the early 90s like a lot of my generation I got tired of nearly all of it (turn on any of 7-8 local FM stations anywhere and it's (still) the same 50-60 songs) and just never played a lot of it for a long time. Combine that with a move to Boston and living there for many years ... with the extra amount of Aerosmith played there in the late 80s/90s I grew to have a "holygodihatethisbandpleaseneverletmehearthemagain" attitude about them. ..... But holy crap I had forgotten - this is a goddamn great rock and roll album. Greasy, nasty, tight yet at the same time loosely played, ballsy riffs with unexpected chords and melodic vocals - it really jumped beyond blues-based rock into something far more interesting with surprising variety: the aggression of the title track, the Alice Cooper-like creepiness of "Uncle Salty" and the gorgeous melodies of songs like "No More No More" and "You See Me Crying" ... and I haven't even had to mention the two eternally monstrous hits of "Walk This Way" and "Sweet Emotion" - turns out when you voluntarily listen to them, and especially in context of the album, it helps you realize how good they actually are. :) Only thing keeping this album from a 5 star rating for me is the weirdly out-of-place drudgery of "Round and Round" - it's as if Spinal Tap went back in time and copped the worst of Black Sabbath. 5 lost minutes in an otherwise kick-ass collection. So the key is to just not listen to something for 20+ years - if it's good, it'll come back to you. 9/10 4 big stars

Classic rock from the grandfathers of hair metal.

Day 22 of Albums You Must Hear.. Today’s offering is the third album from one of my favorite American Rock Bands, Aerosmith! Toys in the Attic, released in 1975, went on to become their most commercially successful albums in the U.S. selling 8 million copies. I have to credit my Dad for turning me on to Aerosmith. I would go through his collection of cassettes and study the artwork while he played their songs on the way to drop us kiddos off at elementary school. While being more Hard Rock than some other bands and not quite as heavy as others, Aerosmith kept a sweet balance of Rock and Blues, especially on Toys in the Attic. This record proved to not only be big for the Rock genre, it would years later become instrumental to the success of crossover rap music. More on that later. The title track, Toys in the Attic, showcases a much more cohesive gelling of the band, as they had spent much of their time touring in previous years. The constant live performances would sharpen their blade and it really shows on the title track. You knew that Aerosmith was bringing the heat. Sweet Emotions is tied with being my favorite song along with Walk This Way. In 1986 co-founder of Def Jam Recordings and producer, Rick Rubin, who had success popularizing hip-hop artists using hard rock samples and riffs, would convince a reluctant Run-D.M.C., to cover Walk This Way and the results would forever change the landscape of commercial Rap music. (It would also resurrect a floundering Aerosmith at the time.) Big Ten Inch was a superbly satisfying cover of Big Moose Jackson’s Blues song from 1952. The tongue in cheek lyrics paired with the blues and swing sound would be a nice highlight to the track listing. The final track also showcased Aerosmith’s willingness to slow it down a bit and let Tyler’s piano sit front and center. While most of my personal favorite albums and songs from Aerosmith would come in the late eighties and 90’s, Toys in the Attic is nearly flawless. Thanks Dad for introducing me to one of my all time favorite bands. This record is a definite must hear. Please share your thoughts, memories and opinions!!

Tracks 1-3: ok, but why is this on the list? Tracks 4-6: oh, that’s why this is on the list. Tracks 7-8: this isn’t so bad Track 9: ah, there’s the Aerosmith I can’t stand.

This is a fairly unremarkable experience. American middle of the road rock.

Sweet Emotion is a GOAT but the rest of this is just OK.

CACK ROCK

'Sweet Emotion' is solid and 'Round and Round' was surprisingly good. The rest of this was bordeline garbage. 'Big Ten Inch Record' is awful, and 'Walk This Way' was cool when I was 12 and knew perhaps 5 songs in existence.

Situated in the genre of 'music boomers can have sex to' with ZZ Top, Led Zeppelin and Kiss, there's Aerosmith. As someone only really familiar with their 90's - 00s revival pumping out truly heinous ballads, video games, and rollercoasters, this album is OK. Walk this Way is a lot less annoying it the context of the album.

Eh. Wouldn't listen again - mostly filler, kinda samey?

Like 2 decent songs the rest is filler. Not necessarily crap just not that engaging.

Textbook “classic rock” right here. Nothing really stood out to me honestly.

I liked it when he was singing about his toys. I didn’t like it when he was singing about his 10-inch whatever….or really anything else. This was not good.

Very generic 70s rock. Sweet Emotion is fantastic but the final track on the album was one of the worst things my ears have ever experienced.

Definitely wins the “worst song so far” award for ten inch record. I even thought the title track was kind of cute but that song just took a big shit on the rest of the bad album. Hatred

boring, monotonous, flaccid cock rock. every time boomers try to tell me something is the hardest most badass epic rock music ever made i put it on and it sounds like my dishwasher.

Classic

5/5 Classic Classic-Rock album. So many GREATS: Walk this Way, Sweet Emotion, Big Ten Inch, Toys in the Attic!

LP

Makes me sad to think about where this band ended up later in their musical career. This album has some great rock songs.

I actually already own this record on vinyl. It is hands down their best albums. Toys in the Attic, Uncle Salty, Sweet Emotion, Walk This Way, Big Ten Inch Record...phenomenal record. Favourite songs: Big Ten Inch Record, Sweet Emotion, Toys in the Attic, Walk This Way, Uncle Salty, Round and Round Least favourite songs: none. This album is flawless 5/5

What a damned solid rock and roll album this is. Just boogie and blues and sleaze and fun. Familiar with the hits of course, but the other tracks hold up alongside. You can hear the DNA emerging of some of their smashes in the 80's/90's. (Especially the album's closer.) Tom Hamilton's also one of the most underrated bass players in history. Like Duff McKagan was for GnR, Hamilton holds the whole mess together. Unexpected bangers: Big Ten Inch Record, Round and Round, You See Me Crying.

Re Aearosmith I go with consensus and rate Toys in The Attic and Rocks as their best albums.

I feel 15 years old again! Some of Aerosmith's songs are immortalized in my life and it was a pleasant surprise to re-listen to Toys in The Attic. Classics like Walk The Line and Sweet Emotion were part of the soundtrack of my adolescence and I still get goosebumps listening to them today. Easy 5 Stars!

Best Aerosmith album. Although I do like Rocks too. But this s the classic one.

I love this album!!!

How could it not be a 5-star album.

Favourite tracks: toys in the attic; walk this way; sweet emotion; big ten inch record

CLASSIC ROCK CLASSIC ROCK CLASSIC ROCK. What a fantastic album.

Rock at it's best

i'll tell ya what, aerosmith made some great bops together! toys in the attic has aerosmith in their prime--i don't think that can be argued. each of these songs individually are so good and stand on their own, even the non-singles. that has to be because of the backing instrumentation--steven tyler's vocals are unique though incomprehesible, but the band's work is so evident because it's so tight. the guitar intro to "walk this way"? iconic because it is genuinely good. i was indoctrinated as an aerosmith fan in my youth, but i had no clue that "big ten inch record" was actually a cover. to compare it to the original was fascinating. it's r&b but has a blues feel, which might seem out of place for aerosmith but isn't! "uncle salty" as the second song on the album is even more blues rock, so it all comes full circle. (aerosmith fans will see what i did there.) but, of course, they really are most at home with their hard rock.

Great energy

I should have listened to this sooner, it was better than I expected and I had a fun workout with this playing

my favorite Aerosmith album! Alicia Silverstone and Liv Tyler music videos are cool and all but this is their best era.

One of the best

Muy bueno.

Damn! I did not know Aerosmith ran this deep! This album is incredible. Fun, dark at times, every song is pulling its weight. Absolutely no fat to be trimmed on Toys In The Attic

No one compares to the bad boys from Boston!! Only time I’ve listened to the album multiple times in one day

I haven't heard that whole album since I was a teenager. It totally holds up!

Released in 1975, Aerosmith's Toys in the Attic marked a turning point for the band. It solidified their hard rock sound, established their signature songwriting style, and propelled them into mainstream success. This review delves into the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, while highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. Lyrics: Themes: The album explores a range of themes, with a heavy focus on sexuality and rebellion. Tracks like "Walk This Way" and "Sweet Emotion" depict raw teenage lust and desire, while "No Surprize" criticizes conformity and societal expectations. "Adam's Apple" delves into the complexities of religious faith, while "Spaced" explores psychedelic experiences. Style: Steven Tyler's lyrics are witty, playful, and often laced with double entendres. He utilizes strong imagery and storytelling, drawing listeners into the narratives with characters and scenarios. However, some might find the constant focus on sex somewhat juvenile and repetitive. Music: Genre: Toys in the Attic blends elements of blues rock, hard rock, and heavy metal. Joe Perry's distinctive guitar riffs are a highlight, driving the energy and creating an instantly recognizable sound. The rhythm section, anchored by Tom Hamilton's bass and Joey Kramer's drums, provides a solid and dynamic foundation. Songwriting: The album showcases a significant leap in songwriting maturity compared to their previous work. Songs like "Toys in the Attic" and "No Surprize" demonstrate a strong grasp of melody, structure, and dynamics. However, some tracks like "Uncle Salty" veer towards meandering instrumentals, potentially losing listener engagement. Production: Produced by Jack Douglas, the album boasts a raw, energetic, and unpolished sound. This rawness is a defining characteristic of Aerosmith's early sound, reflecting their live energy and capturing their raw talent. While the production might sound dated compared to modern standards, it contributes to the album's overall charm and authenticity. Themes: Adolescence and Rebellion: The album heavily explores themes associated with adolescence, focusing on teenage rebellion, sexual awakening, and the struggle against societal norms. This resonates deeply with young listeners, establishing a strong connection with the band. Duality: Tracks like "Sweet Emotion" grapple with the contrasting nature of love and desire, showcasing a duality that adds depth to the album's emotional landscape. Influence: Hard Rock Pioneers: Toys in the Attic played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of hard rock in the 1970s. Aerosmith's influence is evident in countless bands that followed, including Guns N' Roses, Mötley Crüe, and Bon Jovi. Crossover Appeal: The album's blend of blues rock and hard rock, along with catchy hooks and relatable themes, helped Aerosmith achieve mainstream success. Their unique sound paved the way for other hard rock bands to cross over into commercial popularity. Pros: Groundbreaking sound: The album's innovative blend of genres and raw energy solidified Aerosmith's place as pioneers of hard rock. Memorable songwriting: Catchy melodies, strong hooks, and engaging lyrics contribute to the album's lasting appeal. Cultural impact: The album's influence on both hard rock and popular music is undeniable, leaving a lasting legacy on the genre. Cons: Repetitive lyrical themes: The album's constant focus on sex can become monotonous for some listeners, reducing its thematic depth. Uneven pacing: While some tracks deliver high-octane energy, others can feel meandering, potentially impacting the album's overall flow. Dated production: The raw production style, while charming, might not resonate with listeners accustomed to modern audio quality. Conclusion: Toys in the Attic is a landmark album in hard rock history. Its raw energy, innovative sound, and catchy songwriting propelled Aerosmith to superstardom. While some might find the lyrical themes and production value dated, the album's influence and undeniable musical power solidify its place as a classic. With its blend of rebellious spirit, bluesy swagger, and rock and roll energy, Toys in the Attic remains a captivating listen for fans of hard rock and classic rock alike.

My first concert’s first song was Sweet Emotion and to this day I can still see Joe Perry with that crazy Peter Frampton mouth thing playing the opening and whipping it away when the rest of the band kicks in. Great moment and this album is full of them. Classic for a reason.

Great album. The Aerosmith albums produced by Jack Douglas were pure rockers This was the best of them. A front to back play through always growing up. Unfortunately Aerosmith like J Geils and ZzTop got sucked into the MTV video money grab and became very formulaic and lost the raw rocking that the earlier albums had

Awesome album! Collection worthy.

Excellent funky rock. A solid album going beyond the fun and into some serious arrangements in songwriting. This is Aerosmith at their peak

Great album, great memories. Fun to listen to the whole thing instead of the "best of" for a change!

I've listened to this album a bunch of times. Aerosmith was my favorite band for a long time when I was a kid, until I got to high school probably. This album is an absolute banger. Top notch instrumentation, great vocals, decent production. Two all time classic songs - the guitar work on Walk This Way is undeniably brilliant but I think as I've grown up it's probably one of my least favorite songs on the album. I've always loved some of the less well known songs on this record - Uncle Salty, Adam's Apple, Round and Round, You See Me Crying. Personal issues with various band members aside, it's hard not to love this. I'll always have a soft spot for this band, they were instrumental in building my love of music as a kid. So this album gets a 5/5 from me.

Grew up with this album gotta love it

Masterpiece!

Great album!

A rocking album, "Toys In The Attic," definitely earned its spot on this list. Steven Tyler is an iconic frontman and an incredible vocalist. Joe Perry shreds on the guitar. Aerosmith's collaboration with Run-DMC on "Walk This Way" created a new fusion of music and broke color barriers. Jennifer Aniston's dance to "Sweet Emotion" in "We're the Millers" is enchanting. Bonus points for having a Big Ten Inch (record).

This is a no-brainer, 5-star album for me. It's arguably Aerosmith's best album (or Rocks from 1976). A perfect mix of Stones and Zeppelin, and so much feel to it. Awesome stuff! Extremely surprised by how many people don't like this, but oh well....to each their own! Favorite tracks: ALL of them.

Great old music! It was great listening again.

Classic Rock. Classics: Walk this Way, Sweet Emotion, Big Ten Inch Record, You See Me Crying Standouts: Toys in the Attic, Uncle Salty. 4.5

Great - loved it. I only recognized one song (that I could sing to) but apparently I like Aerosmith because I enjoyed album from beg to end!

A good listen. I like Aerosmith but haven't listened to this album in a long while - I have now listened to it on repeat. I forgot how good it is.

THe energy, the guitar, no wonder it's a classic. Love the rythm Aerosmith was on during the period which produced other awesome albums too!

Still a great album. So many favorites on this one.

Pretty good album

When they were badass. I've owned this lp since the 80's. This whole thing is great. Steven Tyler is phenomenal on this. Confidence and swagger on every track. A long time favourite.

Such a good Aerosmith album. Sweet Emotion, Toys in the Attic, and Walk this Way are all iconic.

Forgot I knew all the words to Sweet Emotion.

Solid album. Not just a few singles/hits with filler.

A classic. This is their best album. This album's detractors are mostly by people who can't stand it that these guys wrote their own music, actually played their own instruments, and didn't use backing tracks when playing live. It's called "classic" rock for a reason. If you can't rock out to "Sweet Emotion", then you don't deserve to have functioning eardrums.

never really gave aerosmith a proper shot but I should've known I'd enjoy this this much just based on how much I love the start of Dazed and Confused. Awesome album just nothing but fun the whole way through, even if it's a little too horny

11/17/23 10:45 S Tier————————— 5/5 Sweet Emotion Walk This Way Toys In The Attic Adam’s Apple A Tier—————————4/5 Big Ten Inch Record No More No More Uncle Salty Round and Round You See Me Crying

Loved it Front to back really good Favorite songs: toys in the attic, walk this way, sweet emotions

- Great album, makes me think of my times playing Aerosmith Guitar Hero - Favorite tracks: Toys in the Attic, Walk This Way, Sweet Emotion, Big Ten Inch Record

Interesting to hear the blues elements mixed in with a great American rock album. Sweet Emotion is an all-time great track.

Last night I tried to tease her I gave my love a little pinch She said now stop that jivin' Now whip out your big ten inch Record of a band that plays the blues Well a band that plays the blues She just loves my big ten inch Record of her favorite blues 5/5

Really good. There's no bad songs here and there's 2 songs almost back to back that are classics. I will say tho the album art is a little bit hideous looking

Maybe I shouldn't be surprised because it's Aerosmith, but this album is straight bangers start to finish. Toys in the attic and you see me crying are IMO a perfect opening anx closing track. While this isn't my favorite genre of rock, I cannot find a reason to give this less than a perfect score. Truly the best of Aerosmith. My favorite track was Uncle salty

In high school and college, I almost exclusively listened to classic rock and eighties music. I enjoyed Aerosmith back then, but over the past few years, I've really soured on them. I'm not sure if it's the sexual assault allegations against Steven Tyler (another incident literally came out today), or if their sound hand just grown old on me. Either way, I wasn't looking forward to any of the three Aerosmith albums on this list (I've already gotten Pump, which I surprisingly enjoyed). But just like Pump, I enjoyed Toys in the Attic. I'd always heard that this was a great classic rock album, but I never got around to listening to all of it during my heavy classic rock days. The guitar riffs are absolutely fantastic; Joe Perry's guitar playing has such a distinct sound, and it's present throughout this album. There are moments of brilliance for other bits of instrumentation on this album as well: the bassline on "Sweet Emotion" coupled with the vibraphone helps to create a unique blues rock sound, and the piano parts on "Round and Round" and "You See Me Crying" were fantastic as well. "Sweet Emotion" is my favorite song by Aerosmith, and one of my favorite classic rock songs overall. I've already mentioned my love for the bassline, but the guitar riff after each verse is incredible as well. I'm not a big fan of "Walk This Way," but I'll admit that it's catchy, and I certainly can't deny its influence in the grand scheme of popular music. "Uncle Salty" felt like a thematic predecessor to Pump's "Janie's Got A Gun," with its story of abuse perpetrated by a child's guardian; it's kind of odd hearing Aerosmith sing about something so serious and taboo in a way, but I think this song really sticks the landing. Sure, the sexual crudeness "Big Ten Inch Record" and "Adam's Apple" are probably not going to land with a lot of people, especially with the allegations against Steven Tyler these days. However, I'll take crude double entendres over lyrics with overt misogyny or unwanted sexual advances any day of the week. I think one of my favorite things about listening to the two Aerosmith albums that I've heard so far, is that the band can do upbeat, loud, and fast paced songs really well, but they can also slow things down and get serious just as well. They did such a great job of taking blues rock and making their own distinct version of it. This isn't an album that I'll be itching to listen to in its entirety again, but I think it's worthy of a five star rating, because I believe it's genuinely good piece of music, and it's had a lasting impact on popular music and culture. Steven Tyler, though: you get one star.

A great album. Every track is top class.