More Than Just Antics
But they weren’t just famous for their off-stage antics. The band was notorious for their wild performances on-stage and in the studio too. Mötley Crüe has sold over 100 million albums worldwide, with seven platinum or multi-platinum certifications.
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They’d tear it up on stage, often smashing up expensive guitars or even vomiting up there. The band grew to sell-out stadiums, but in the early days it was their DIY energy and androgynous looks that captured the attention of the American public.