Aerosmith – Get a Grip (1993): Album Review, Tracklist & Fun Facts
Released in April 1993, Get a Grip is Aerosmith’s most commercially successful studio album, marking the peak of their 1990s resurgence. Combining hard rock, pop-metal, blues, and ballads, the album introduced Aerosmith to a new generation while reaffirming their status as rock icons.
Album Overview
Produced by Bruce Fairbairn, Get a Grip blends catchy hooks, powerhouse riffs, and polished production, reflecting the band’s late ’80s revival but with a more mainstream focus. The album features collaborations with songwriter Desmond Child and includes themes of love, lust, rebellion, addiction, and social commentary.
Commercially, Get a Grip became Aerosmith’s best-selling album, topping charts worldwide and spawning numerous hit singles that dominated radio and MTV throughout the 1990s.
Tracklist – Aerosmith: Get a Grip (1993)
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Eat the Rich
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Fever
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Livin’ on the Edge
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Walk on Water
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Cryin’
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Amazing
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Crazy
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Love in an Elevator [remix/live version]
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Boogie Man
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Shut Up and Dance
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Line Up
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Gotta Love It
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Deuces Are Wild (bonus track on some editions)
Album Review
Get a Grip opens with “Eat the Rich,” a hard-rocking track with playful lyrics and aggressive guitar riffs. “Fever” combines sultry vocals and bluesy rock textures, showcasing the band’s ability to blend sensuality with hard rock energy.
“Livin’ on the Edge” is an anthemic rocker addressing social and personal issues, while “Cryin’” and “Amazing” became iconic power ballads with sweeping melodies, emotive lyrics, and MTV-fueled music videos that elevated Aerosmith’s popularity.
“Crazy” continues the ballad trend, while “Shut Up and Dance” and “Boogie Man” deliver upbeat rock grooves, balancing the album’s emotional intensity with fun, high-energy tracks. The mix of heavy rockers, melodic ballads, and mainstream appeal makes Get a Grip a versatile and enduring entry in Aerosmith’s catalog.
The album’s success proved Aerosmith’s ability to evolve musically while staying true to their signature sound, solidifying their place as one of the most influential rock bands of all time.
Fun Facts, Trivia & Did You Know
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• Fun Fact: Get a Grip sold over 20 million copies worldwide, making it Aerosmith’s best-selling album.
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• Trivia: Music videos for “Cryin’,” “Amazing,” and “Crazy” starred actress Alicia Silverstone, becoming cultural phenomena.
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• Did You Know? “Livin’ on the Edge” earned Aerosmith a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group in 1994.
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• Fun Fact: The album includes a mix of heavy rockers and chart-topping ballads, showcasing Aerosmith’s versatility.
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• Did You Know? Get a Grip marked a peak in Aerosmith’s late-career success, maintaining their relevance in the 1990s rock scene.
Get a Grip is a defining 1990s Aerosmith album, blending hard rock energy, radio-friendly ballads, and social commentary. Its commercial and critical success cemented the band’s legacy as rock legends.
