Album Description:
"Invasion of Your Privacy" is the second studio album by American heavy metal band RATT. Released in 1985, it was produced by Beau Hill and released by Atlantic Records. The album builds on the success of their debut album, "Out of the Cellar"", and helped solidify RATT's position as one of the leading bands of the 1980s hair metal era.
"Invasion of Your Privacy" showcases RATT's signature heavy metal sound, with strong guitar riffs, driving drum beats, and catchy hooks. The album's opening track, "You're in Love," sets the tone with its infectious chorus and shredding guitar solo. Other standout tracks include "Lay It Down," which features a groovy, bluesy riff that perfectly complements the song's seductive lyrics, and "Give It All," a hard-rocking anthem with a memorable chorus that begs for audience participation.
In addition to the traditional heavy metal elements, RATT also incorporates elements of pop and glam rock into their sound. This can be heard on tracks like "What You Give Is What You Get," which features a catchy, sing-along chorus and a bouncy, upbeat melody. "Between the Eyes" is another example of RATT's ability to blend pop sensibilities with heavy metal, with its infectious melody and driving rhythm section.
Like many of their contemporaries, RATT's lyrics often focus on themes of love, sex, and partying. However, they also delve into darker themes, such as addiction and loneliness. "Closer to My Heart" is a somber ballad that explores the pain of a failed relationship, while "Got Me on the Line" deals with the dangers of drug addiction. These deeper themes add depth to the album and set it apart from some of the more shallow offerings of the hair metal era.
"Invasion of Your Privacy" was a commercial success, peaking at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart and earning platinum certification. The album's success helped solidify RATT's position as one of the leading bands of the hair metal era, and they continued to enjoy commercial success throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.
Beyond its commercial success, "Invasion of Your Privacy" has also had a lasting impact on the heavy metal genre. Its blend of heavy metal, pop, and glam rock influenced countless bands that followed in RATT's wake, and the album remains a beloved classic of the era.
