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Bad Animals

Heart · 1987

40 min · 10 tracks · rock music

Melodic rock anthems intertwine powerful vocals with polished production, capturing the essence of late '80s rock.

Why listen to this

Best for
emotional vocal-driven narratives introspective late-night listening balanced melodic and rhythmic flow
Context
Released in 1987, 'Bad Animals' was Heart's sixth studio album and marked a significant return to commercial success after the less well-received 'Passionworks'. With this album, the band transitioned into a more mainstream sound that resonated with the growing popularity of arena rock during the late '80s.
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Bad Animals is an album by Heart, released in 1987. Melodic rock anthems intertwine powerful vocals with polished production, capturing the essence of late '80s rock. 'Bad Animals' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 and spawned hits like 'Alone,' which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album solidified Heart's place in rock history, showcasing their ability to adapt while still delivering powerful ballads and catchy hooks. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bad Animals sound like?

Melodic rock anthems intertwine powerful vocals with polished production, capturing the essence of late '80s rock. Rooted in rock music.

What makes Bad Animals by Heart notable?

'Bad Animals' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 and spawned hits like 'Alone,' which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album solidified Heart's place in rock history, showcasing their ability to adapt while still delivering powerful ballads and catchy hooks. Released in 1987, 'Bad Animals' was Heart's sixth studio album and marked a significant return to commercial success after the less well-received 'Passionworks'. With this album, the band transitioned into a more mainstream sound that resonated with the growing popularity of arena rock during the late '80s.

Who is Bad Animals for?

Bad Animals works well if you're into emotional vocal-driven narratives, introspective late-night listening and balanced melodic and rhythmic flow.

How many songs are on Bad Animals?

Bad Animals has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·40:46

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Who Will You Run To Standout 4:06
  • 2 Alone Standout 3:38
  • 3 There's the Girl Standout 3:50
  • 4 I Want You So Bad 4:21
  • 5 Wait for an Answer 4:31
  • 6 Bad Animals 4:54
  • 7 You Ain't So Tough 4:05
  • 8 Strangers of the Heart 3:41
  • 9 Easy Target 3:58
  • 10 RSVP 3:38

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Genre

rock music

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 46 sec