Eat Me, Drink Me
by Marilyn Manson
  • Record Label: Nothing
  • Release Date: Jun 5, 2007
User Score
7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 141 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 141
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 141
  3. Negative: 20 out of 141

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  1. EmaA.
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    I think Manson is a true artist. This album is a proof of his staying true to his feelings and state of mind. He's not making any compromise. He's telling his story, this time with other words and notes and that's what being creative means. He's different (but why should he be the same?), he's alive, more alive than so many. Art is about movement and change. I I think Manson is a true artist. This album is a proof of his staying true to his feelings and state of mind. He's not making any compromise. He's telling his story, this time with other words and notes and that's what being creative means. He's different (but why should he be the same?), he's alive, more alive than so many. Art is about movement and change. I really appreciate this movement and change in the alternation of rough and soft sound and lyrics. They may not be perfect from a specialist point of view (I'm not one), but you can feel his artistic torments, he's giving his best. Chapeau! :)… Expand
  2. WilfridW
    Jun 7, 2007
    10
    Wow ... did people vote based on listening to the entire album or just downloads from somewhere? An album inspired by his recent divorce and new found love, it is recorded at his home with just him and his guitarist. Hence, this album is not meant to be as well produced as his others. But somehow it is a more genuine piece of work - for the ones who has the moral flexiblility that is.
  3. JesseS
    Jun 8, 2007
    10
    Melodically intriguing and subtle in its own way. Understated high drama: how does he do that? It's not just a matter of wearying from the usual shock-rock aesthetic, so that the understated comes as a bigger shock. It's just a very honest work of art from an artist who is tired, but not uninspired....
  4. Lady_Raven
    Jun 9, 2007
    10
    I loved it.It' s different . It's not something you'd expect from Manson and I was kind of confused with the lyrics as they were no shocking and "fuck the system" style at all comparing to his other albums(they are too...love concerned) but that doesnt make it a bad album.In fact the more I hear it the better it seems to me. An artist is supposed to express what's I loved it.It' s different . It's not something you'd expect from Manson and I was kind of confused with the lyrics as they were no shocking and "fuck the system" style at all comparing to his other albums(they are too...love concerned) but that doesnt make it a bad album.In fact the more I hear it the better it seems to me. An artist is supposed to express what's within.Well that's just what he did. Just because it's not an angry album that doesn't meen it sucks.Well I liked it.… Expand
  5. TylerG.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    Just a great album, superb, the guitar rifts make me wanna learn how to play just so I can play his tunes, the lyrics are the usual, extremely smart and clever, like most people have said this album is much more personal than say, Golden Age of Groutesque, this is his best work in my opinion
  6. BL
    Aug 7, 2007
    8
    Definitely a good album, as long as you are not expecting an industrial/metal album. I felt the last album (Golden Age...) tried a few new things but mostly tried to recreate the Antichrist Superstar sound, to mixed results. This album goes off in another direction and succeeds because of it. Definitely worth a listen. Standout tracks are: If I was Your Vampire, Evidence, Mutilation is Definitely a good album, as long as you are not expecting an industrial/metal album. I felt the last album (Golden Age...) tried a few new things but mostly tried to recreate the Antichrist Superstar sound, to mixed results. This album goes off in another direction and succeeds because of it. Definitely worth a listen. Standout tracks are: If I was Your Vampire, Evidence, Mutilation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery, You and Me and The Devil Make Three.… Expand
  7. Jaims
    Jun 5, 2007
    10
    Best Album of the Year.
  8. stephaniee
    Jun 15, 2007
    4
    I am completely disappointed with this album. It's not bad music, but it's too mainstream. It doesn't sound even close to anything else Manson has released. I think he's becoming soft.
  9. JennerB.
    Sep 7, 2007
    8
    It's not as accessible on first listen as his past albums have been, but I think that's the point. This is definitely an album you have to listen to a few times to have it fully sink in and then it's easier to appreciate it for what it is. It's art, not disposable pop music.
  10. Devin
    Jun 6, 2007
    3
    I just had to comment on how hysterical it is to see Spoons commenting that "now" "even" Manson has sold out. Marilyn Manson was a sell-out from the very beginning, my friend. The face-paint and radio-grubbing hooks, as well as the NiN coattail-riding, assure Manson's place as a relentlessly pop-oriented figure. There was never a time where he was not doing all he could to "sell I just had to comment on how hysterical it is to see Spoons commenting that "now" "even" Manson has sold out. Marilyn Manson was a sell-out from the very beginning, my friend. The face-paint and radio-grubbing hooks, as well as the NiN coattail-riding, assure Manson's place as a relentlessly pop-oriented figure. There was never a time where he was not doing all he could to "sell out." This is simply a continuation of that perpetual pattern.… Expand
  11. georgebush
    Jun 4, 2007
    0
    i think that this album means the end of manson. her last album eas awfull, but this is beyound misery
  12. EvanB
    Jun 5, 2007
    0
    Manson music is absolute junk. Not a hero we want our children to follow.
  13. HilaryB.
    Jun 7, 2007
    0
    Complete trash. His actions and words make me uncomfortable.
  14. RemakeshP
    Jun 9, 2007
    1
    I had no idea Marilyn Manson was still releasing music until I walked into a Borders and saw this Phil Collins meets My Chemical Romance album cover. Come on Manson, the 90s are over and the schtick has expired. But you will always be remembered for your cameo in Jawbreaker.
  15. sarisc.
    Jul 1, 2007
    2
    you know...not everything has to be released. he should've shelved this trash when he had the chance...and retire quietly. but no...he released it. hes also touring with slayer this year. i hope all the slayer fans bludgen him with toilet seats [and im certain they will] maybe then he'll stop wasting his [true] fans' time and money with shit records like this.
  16. ToddW.
    Aug 1, 2007
    5
    Brian, I know there's an intelligent, Earth-shattering album in you somewhere. Sadly, this isn't it. You proven yourself a brilliant and incisive mind with your comments in wake of the Columbine massacre, which our sick culture tried to lay at your doorstep. Just please get beyond the tired shock value and wasting your time concentrating on how you look; it reflects itself Brian, I know there's an intelligent, Earth-shattering album in you somewhere. Sadly, this isn't it. You proven yourself a brilliant and incisive mind with your comments in wake of the Columbine massacre, which our sick culture tried to lay at your doorstep. Just please get beyond the tired shock value and wasting your time concentrating on how you look; it reflects itself negatively in your music, and you should be above that by now. It's way past being a one-trick pony. The stable is full. Give us something to finally show the masses that they have been wrong in their judgment of you.… Expand
  17. Oligami
    Jun 5, 2007
    0
    Horrible!
  18. Spoons
    Jun 5, 2007
    0
    Wow, now even Manson has sold out. What has become of music, are we all heading toward the easy riff garbage junk bastardry of My Chemical Romance et al. Not good...
  19. WilliamB
    Jul 22, 2007
    4
    Only three good songs. What happened?
  20. BobJoe
    Oct 7, 2007
    3
    In my opinoin GAOG was Marilyn Mansons best album. Maybe thats just because I like metal, but those songs where hard and fast and great. These songs sound like a dead frog croaking to spooky haunted house music. Slow and boring. What the heck MM?
  21. BobB.
    Jun 12, 2007
    5
    What in god's name are you doing reviewing music you have no critical basis in, Evan B? Did you even listen to the album. Sure, this is derivative, not nearly as good as his other stuff, but Marilyn Manson is a much better role-model than most of our politicians. His glam/goth shtick is just a costume, the man's very intelligent (and capable of a better album). Do a little What in god's name are you doing reviewing music you have no critical basis in, Evan B? Did you even listen to the album. Sure, this is derivative, not nearly as good as his other stuff, but Marilyn Manson is a much better role-model than most of our politicians. His glam/goth shtick is just a costume, the man's very intelligent (and capable of a better album). Do a little research before slapping a 0 on something that you think might possibly be offensive because it looks similar to something you thought hinted at bad morals.… Expand
  22. archv
    Jun 4, 2007
    2
    It's the worst Manson album to date. Too simple, popish and there aren't any of the old "hooks" here. All of the songs sound familiar, with the same "solos" and unmusical choruses. My only fav is the song "eat me , drink me". Only because of it my rate is 2/10. Poor Manson, I have never expected to produce that kind of shit...
  23. DougJ.
    Jun 4, 2007
    3
    I don't understand what the Los Angeles Times saw in this album... I mean, the hook to Heart Shaped Glasses is a bit catchy, but the rest of the album was just dry as hell. There is nothing shocking or revolting about it, and with the lyrics, Manson sounds more like 30 Seconds to Mars than the Antichrist Superstar. Never imagined they'd lay a more confused turd than Mechanical I don't understand what the Los Angeles Times saw in this album... I mean, the hook to Heart Shaped Glasses is a bit catchy, but the rest of the album was just dry as hell. There is nothing shocking or revolting about it, and with the lyrics, Manson sounds more like 30 Seconds to Mars than the Antichrist Superstar. Never imagined they'd lay a more confused turd than Mechanical Animals but I guess this is what a divorce and a 4-year hiatus does. Real shame.… Expand
  24. MetalFan
    Jun 6, 2007
    3
    Very simple sounding album. As a long time Manson fan I couldnt believe this was actually his work when I heard it. All the songs sound extremely dry, and uninspired. Lyrics are okay, but his voice doesnt change at all, almost no emotion in any of these songs. Its been a very disapointing year imo, from Ozzy, Megadeth, Linkin Park, Skinny Puppy, and now Manson. BUT if your looking for a Very simple sounding album. As a long time Manson fan I couldnt believe this was actually his work when I heard it. All the songs sound extremely dry, and uninspired. Lyrics are okay, but his voice doesnt change at all, almost no emotion in any of these songs. Its been a very disapointing year imo, from Ozzy, Megadeth, Linkin Park, Skinny Puppy, and now Manson. BUT if your looking for a good cd check out Type O Negatives Dead Again...easily one the best released this year.… Expand
  25. JonA
    Aug 8, 2007
    2
    I respect him completely for his musical talent. I just hate the album. He sold-out to the fucking media.
  26. HexG.
    Nov 17, 2007
    5
    Pretty poor in comparison with his earlier work. "Heart Shaped Glasses" is decent enough, but on the whole, the album feels devoid of originality or passion.
  27. DeaconF.
    Aug 23, 2007
    2
    simple trash I loved The Golden Age of Grotesque Saw him live in 2004 and twice in 1995 opened for NiN just so disappointed
  28. MercuryShadow
    Nov 15, 2007
    2
    This is by far the worst Manson CD that has ever been made. If you compleatly forget that is was manson that made it then it is allmost ok to hear. It has no bite at all and the lines are lame. I was once a big manson fan but n longer.
  29. thedarkorb
    Sep 26, 2010
    6
    Your enjoyment of Eat Me, Drink Me will largely depend on what you thought of Manson's 2003 release, The Golden Age Of Grotesque. EM,DM is somewhat mellower and has an almost experimental feel to it, in essence this album shows Marilyn Manson struggling to find some much needed direction and maturity. Unlike The Golden Age EM,DM isn't out to offend, nor is it trying to target his familiarYour enjoyment of Eat Me, Drink Me will largely depend on what you thought of Manson's 2003 release, The Golden Age Of Grotesque. EM,DM is somewhat mellower and has an almost experimental feel to it, in essence this album shows Marilyn Manson struggling to find some much needed direction and maturity. Unlike The Golden Age EM,DM isn't out to offend, nor is it trying to target his familiar angry teenager audience, lyrically speaking most of it is superior to his previous release. Musically speaking it isn't nearly as catchy as The Golden Age but it feel like he's finally making the music he wants to make rather then trying to appeal to the age bracket that made him famous in the 90s. Older Manson fans will likely get the most out of this album but even then this material is artistically transitional in nature and won't appeal to everyone. Approach it with an open mind though and you just might find yourself pleasantry surprised.… Expand
  30. HNRK
    Jun 24, 2007
    8
    I have been and still am a huge Manson fan and he is really the greatest influence for someone willing to understand the deep message behind the glam and the shock: and that message is - go out and seek knowledge, try to stand out as an original person, don't be trapped in taboos and stereotypes. That said, the only fair review I read here is from D P. I don't think Manson has I have been and still am a huge Manson fan and he is really the greatest influence for someone willing to understand the deep message behind the glam and the shock: and that message is - go out and seek knowledge, try to stand out as an original person, don't be trapped in taboos and stereotypes. That said, the only fair review I read here is from D P. I don't think Manson has ever been even close to commercial and he surely isn't now. He's an artist in the true sense because ultimately he wishes to do what he wants and what pleases him. I'd say The Golden Age of Grotesque and Holy Wood were considered bad because the singles were more an appeal to the masses (the same old stuff, same beats as TBP, the same appealing choruses) than what I think Manson would have like to do. I believe what he's doing now is really what he wanted to do and I sincerely think this album is his 3rd greatest, right after ACS (the best album I know of) and MA. It has some awesome songs (2,4,5,8,9) and it's short because all the commercial "hit songs" are simply not there. I believe people analyzing Manson for his "cultural influence" in America right now are too stupid to understand that an individual artist doesn't have any pre-defined social function which he has to be trapped to all his life.… Expand
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63

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 23
  3. Negative: 2 out of 23
  1. Rolling Stone
    60
    Forget what you know about this guy and it'll come off like a decent, and rather efficient, little goth-pop record.
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  2. Playlouder
    70
    There's nothing quite as immediate or fantastic as 'Disposable Teens' here, but the album on the whole is a triumph.
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  3. The Guardian
    60
    The songs and Ziggy guitar solos are more accessible than usual. Manson can croak like an undead, but can't sing to save his life.
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