The Cars' 1981 album "Shake It Up" marked a shift towards a more polished, radio-friendly sound, featuring some of their most enduring hits.
- The title track "Shake It Up" became their first Top 10 hit in the United States, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- This album was the first by The Cars to be primarily recorded at Battery Studios in London, with additional work done at A&R Recording in New York City.
- "Shake It Up" was produced by Mutt Lange, who was also known for his work with AC/DC and Def Leppard.
The Cars were a Boston-based rock band known for their blend of new wave, power pop, and synth-driven rock. They rose to prominence in the late 1970s and early 1980s with a string of commercially successful albums.
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