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The History of Rock [Explicit Lyrics]

~ Kid Rock
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
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  • Audio CD (29 May 2000)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • Label: Atlantic
  • ASIN: B00004TCPN
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 22,596 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. American bad ass
2. Fuck that
3. Killin' brain cells
4. Prodigal son
5. 3 sheets to the wind
6. Back from the dead
7. Oedipus complex
8. Early morning stoned pimp
9. I wanna go back
10. Paid
11. Detroit thang
12. Ya' keep on
13. My name is rock

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The History Of Rock arrives as the sort of superstardom-celebrating release that can buy a hot-selling artist time. (Think, say, G N'R Lies.) After 8 million (and counting) sales of 1998's Devil Without A Cause, the trailer-rockin' rapper is out to remind the world that it hardly started there. Mostly drawn, and often retooled, from his out-of-print Polyfuze Method and Early Mornin' Stoned Pimp, these tracks display a "funk country hick" already on point with his knowing, hardheaded combo of old-school beats and classic-rock guitars. An "American bad ass" for sure, but also an artist who could come only from America, Kid Rock brings the noise--not to mention the bread and the circus. --Rickey Wright


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Now a veteran of the rap/rock game, Kid Rock's HISTORY... includes tunes from his out of print albums THE POLYFUZE METHOD (1993) and EARLY MORNIN' STONED PIMP (1996), plus old demos and two new tracks. (The early material has been re-recorded because the master tapes are missing.) Either way, the songs here are strong enough to hold up on their own, while showing the roots of a talented artist.
On "American Bad Ass", Kid proudly proclaims his influences (AC/DC, Limp Bizkit, Korn, The Stones, Grandmaster Flash and David Allan Coe, among others). Over a Metallica "Sad But True" sample, Kid also proclaims his seven-times-platinum status (after 1998's DEVIL WITHOUT A CAUSE). A straight rap tune, "I Wanna Go Back" has Rock reminiscing and wishing he could change some of his early mistakes, while "Born 2 Be A Hick" is a 50's stylerocker, where he proudly displays his trailer park roots. HISTORY... may not be as strong an album as DEVIL..., but hiship hop skills, a formidable band, and great hooks still make it a mandatory listen for fans of this genre.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This album ROCKS!!!, 28 Jan 2001
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I first heard of Kid Rock in 1998. Since then I have become obsessed with his music. From American Badass to My Oedipus Complex, this album ROCKS!!! Compared to Devil Without A Cause, History of Rock doesn't quite cut it. But anyway it is still a brilliant album and I can't wait until the next one!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best album in the world, 28 Dec 2000
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Wow! What a fantastic album! Easily the best CD I have ever heard! I first saw Kid Rock on WWF Raw is War, and was really impressed by 'American Bad Ass' (the track rocks), and so I bought the album and found that all of the other tracks are as good as, if not better than 'Bad Ass'. If you are into music by people like Limp Bizkit, you will love this album. It really is brilliant, and it will keep your head banging from 'Bad Ass' right through to 'My Oedipus Complex'. I strongly recommend you buy this album!
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5.0 out of 5 stars BRILLIANT A MIXTURE OF MOTOWN AND ROCK COMBINED IN ONE, 5 Oct 2001
Kid Rocks album THE HISTORY of rock has got to be one of the most unique rock albums ever released. The album is a mixture of hard rock, like the song Dark and Grey to smooth hip hop and soul in the song Early Morning Stoned Pimp. The lyrics are explicit but they match with the song. Top tunes all round, definately worth a buy.
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3.0 out of 5 stars A slight let down after Devil Without a Cause
This album is certainly not one of the Kid's best efforts. After the sucess of the Devil Without a Cause album, it seems something deserted him here. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2003 by Mr. C. Watmore

3.0 out of 5 stars History Lesson
After the huge sucsess of 1998's diamond certified "Devil without a Cause" Kid Rock has made a huge dent on the rock landscape & much was expected of the 28 year old... Read more
Published on 4 May 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars mmm, variety
well, if your a metal fan you cant help but love what he's done to Sad but Trues amazing riff (american bad ass) the only downer to that song is that he allowed pro wrestling near... Read more
Published on 24 Aug 2001 by ging_2g@yahoo.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Music album ever!
Quite simply Kid Rock at his very best. A superb follow up to Devil Without A Cause. It has it all, with the fantastic new songs in American Bad Ass and Born 2 be a hick, old... Read more
Published on 16 Jun 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars A great compilation with the best Rock music!!
The History Of Rock is Kid Rock's best album yet!! Every song has a good funky bass line with great drum and guitar sounds which makes any song great! Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars A great compilation with the best Rock music!!
The History Of Rock is Kid Rock's best album yet!! Every song has a good funky bass line with great drum and guitar sounds which makes any song great! Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars Not bad!
I bought this album after finding the first album banging. When i first listened to the album, i found the songs rather mellow and long for my liking. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars F***ing Great
It is the best CD I've ever bought. If you're a classicle music lover, don't buy this. If you're a mummie's boy, don't buy this. I you live in holiness, don't buy this. BUT! Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2000 by jambolip@aol.com

2.0 out of 5 stars No where near as good as Devil Without A Cause
Compare to Devil... I found this album very bland. None of the tracks, apart from the first one stuck in my mind, despite numerous listens. To be honest, I was disappointed.
Published on 6 Dec 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars this album is the best album of the year!
if u like kid rock, you will love this album, perfect mixture of mellow tunes and heavier moshiable tracks, this album is the best thing to come from america this year (followed... Read more
Published on 12 Nov 2000

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