Monkey Business
Skid Row
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Monkey Business" is a song by American heavy metal band Skid Row. This band was formed in 1986 and it is known for its powerful and anthemic style of music.
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Album RecognitionThis song is from the band's second album "Slave to the Grind," which was released in 1991. This album was a great success, becoming the first metal album to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200.
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Song Popularity"Monkey Business" is considered one of the band's most significant and widely known tracks. It played a major role in establishing Skid Row as one of the prominent rock bands of the 90s.
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of the song depict the drawbacks and dark side of a life filled with excess and illicit affairs, quite in line with the overall ‘raw’ feeling of the album it features in.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Monkey Business" was slightly controversial due to its revealing content, which reflected the song's lyrics about untamed life in a rather straightforward manner.
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Changes in Band MembersThe band underwent several changes in its line-up over the years. In spite of this, "Monkey Business" remains a constant favorite among Skid Row's fans, signifying the song's timeless appeal.
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Live PerformancesThe band has frequently performed this song live. These performances usually incorporate engaging guitar solos and energetic crowd interaction.
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InfluenceSkid Row, and in turn this song, have greatly influenced the sound of many subsequent rock bands. Many 2000s post-grunge and hard rock groups credit Skid Row as an inspiration.
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Single Release“Monkey Business” was one of the singles released from the album “Slave to the Grind.” It significantly contributed to the album’s commercial success.
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Chart ToppingUpon its release, “Monkey Business” charted in several countries worldwide, becoming a truly global hit. In the United States, it reached number 13 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks.
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