ZZ Top's Eliminator album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States and selling over 11 million copies worldwide. It was certified 11× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), making it one of the best-selling albums in the United States.
The album was also a critical success, with many reviewers praising its catchy songs, innovative production, and stylish music videos. It was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1984, including Best Rock Album and Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for the song "Legs".
Eliminator is considered to be one of ZZ Top's best albums, and it is one of the most iconic albums of the 1980s. It is also one of the most successful albums of all time, both commercially and critically.
Here are some of the factors that contributed to the success of Eliminator:
- The album's catchy songs, such as "Gimme All Your Lovin'", "Sharp Dressed Man", and "Legs", were instant hits with listeners.
- The album's innovative production, which incorporated synthesizers and other electronic elements, was ahead of its time.
- The album's stylish music videos, which featured the band's iconic Eliminator hot rod, were heavily played on MTV and helped to make ZZ Top one of the most popular bands in the world.
- The album's release came at a time when ZZ Top was at the height of their popularity. The band had already released a number of successful albums, and they were touring extensively.