"Dr. Feelgood" is a landmark album in Mötley Crüe's career. Released on August 28, 1989, it stands out as their only album to top the Billboard 200 chart. The release came after the band had undergone significant personal changes, including a quest for sobriety and rehabilitation, which marked a new phase in their music and personal lives.
The album is often celebrated for its high energy and solid hard rock tracks, and it remains the best-selling album in Mötley Crüe's discography. Songs like "Dr. Feelgood," "Kickstart My Heart," and "Without You" became iconic hits from the album, contributing to its critical acclaim and commercial success.
Dr. Feelgood also holds a special place in the band's history as the last studio album recorded with lead singer Vince Neil before his departure, which lasted until the 1997 release, Generation Swine. The album's success and the shift in the band's lineup underscore its significance in Mötley Crüe's career trajectory.
