America 51: A Probe into the Realities That Are Hiding Inside "The Greatest Country in the World"

by Corey Taylor

A skewering of the American underbelly by the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Deadly Sins and You're Making Me Hate You

The always-outspoken hard rock vocalist Corey Taylor begins America 51 with a reflection on what his itinerant youth and frequent worldwide travels with his multiplatinum bands Slipknot and Stone Sour have taught him about what it means to be an American in an increasingly unstable world. He examines the way America sees itself, specifically with regard to the propaganda surrounding America's origins (like a heavy-metal Howard Zinn), while also celebrating the quirks and behavior that make a true-blue American.

Balancing humor, outrage, and disbelief, Taylor examines the rotting core of America, evaluating everything from politics and race relations to family and "man buns." By continuing the wave of moral outrage begun in You're Making Me Hate You, Taylor skewers contemporary America in his own signature style.

Genres: Nonfiction, Music, Biography, Audiobook, Ebooks, Pop Culture, Politics

256 pages, Hardcover

First published August 8, 2017

About the author

He is the lead singer and songwriter of Slipknot and Stone Sour.

Reviews

[Becky · Rating 1 out of 5]

OK, gotta preface this review with some disclaimers: I generally treat musicians like I do authors, by which I mean that I'm not really interested in their personal lives or politics or knowing much about them at all. I'm a big fan of Slipknot and Stone Sour because I like the music. Whereas some people will listen to classical music to calm down after a bad day, I'll put on Slipknot's self-titled album. Loud. But honestly I generally feel like keeping the artist and the art separated is best whenever possible. (Sometimes an artist uses their massive fame and platform to let the whole world know she's a fucking bigot TERF who thinks some people don't deserve to exist in society or have rights at all, and thus ruins their art for me against my will, but that's just unavoidable.) Never meet your heroes and all that. Or just don't have heroes, maybe. People are human and we're all flawed and imperfect. Some just more than others.

ANYWAY. I admit that I did have one of Corey's other books (You're Making Me Hate You: A Cantankerous Look at the Common Misconception That Humans Have Any Common Sense Left) on my TBR, because it sounded funny and irreverent, but I never got around to reading it, and now I probably never will.

I don't really know why I decided to pick this book up. Maybe it was because it was on sale as the freebie of a BOGO offer. Maybe I was just curious.

Welp. Curiosity sated. Eight lives to go.

This book did not age well. It was written in 2017 after Trump got elected, and I attempted to listen to it in 2023. Corey reads it himself, which is nice, but that's really about the only truly positive thing I can say. I made it about 20% in before I called it a day on this book. I will say that, despite being far more progressive and leftist than it seems he is (he's stated he's more of a centrist/independent) for the most part I can appreciate much of Corey's "everyone is fucked up in ways, but we're too politically divided and antagonistic and extreme, so everyone take a fucking chill pill and let's find some middle ground here" general tone.

But.

BUT. Then he launches into this whole "Every time a Democrat is elected, Republicans are screaming 'they're coming for our guns!' and every time a Republican is elected, everyone on the left is screaming about back alley abortions, and everyone needs to shut up because nobody is ACTUALLY going to take your rights away, settle down, drama queens" schtick...

... and you know it just hits different on this side of the Dobbs decision, which actually DOES allow for states to take people's rights away. And the WAY they justified it opened the door for whole list of GOP wishlist items to be on the table next: ending marriage equality, ending interracial marriage, preventing the learning of accurate and honest history (Whoops I mean "CrItiCal RaCe ThEoRy" - looking at you, Florida), banning drag shows, and the eradication of transgender people.

So, you know, while I can understand and appreciate his "Let's not panic just because Trump got elected" message, it just doesn't pass the vibe check in 2023.

We are still recovering from the pandemic that Trump bungled, leading to over a million people dead. There are still ongoing investigations into Trump's many attempts to overturn the election - first by pressuring election officials, and then when that didn't work, by instigating a fucking insurrection to prevent the election from being certified. He stole everything that wasn't nailed down on his heel-dragging way out, including MANY Top Secret documents and then lied about it again and again and again when it was discovered. And not only is he fundraising (aka grifting off his own loyal base) to pay his ever-increasing legal fees, but he's still trying to get re-elected, I assume so that he can have the presidency shield him from prosecution for... all of that ^^. And I didn't even mention any of his actual policies, or his "UlTrA-mAgA" disciples who are still in positions of power and authority, and still support all that OTHER shit up there that would literally ruin people's lives.

I think panic was fair.

I know that my issue isn't actually with Corey's book, or his attitudes AT THE TIME, because AT THE TIME, they were reasonable (if misguided - come on, Trump's ALWAYS been a grifter and a liar and a fucking scumbag, occupying the White House wouldn't change that), it is extremely unpleasant to read about how silly I am to fear the thing that has been a stated objective of the GOP for the entirety of my life, which Trump actually enabled to come to pass. And his logic at the time seemed to be "Well, it hasn't happened yet, so it probably won't - settle down."

Nothing ever happens. Until it does.

So anyway, DNF. Do not recommend. Moving on.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

I prefer video reviews over written reviews, so my reviews and discussions are always in the form of a video on my channel, linked below. But I will say that I gave this 3/5 stars.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo882...

[Beverly J. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Love this guy. Loved his other books. Love his music, but holy hell what an exhausting rant this was. I almost completely agree with his viewpoints, however, this was overkill.

[Alyson Walton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like him or loathe him, he has his opinions! As I'm not a resident of or a visitor of USA, I found it interesting to her Corey's opinion of a time that the world's media was trained on the USA. I don't understand enough in the field of politics, but I know enough to understand that something smelt very fishy when the Cheeto (TM Corey Taylor) became elected.

[John Bruni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent book by Corey Taylor. It's shocking how much I identify with him after reading all of his books. I love his bands, but this is where he really shines. When he gets too old to tour (sorry, Rolling Stones) he should write books. He'll probably be a lot more mellow by then, but you never know.

I puzzled over the title for a while. I thought it was a reference to the 50 states with a +1. I heard in an interview, though, that it's a reference to Area 51. Very interesting.

It seems yet again, he and I agree on almost everything. I have heard the phrase "socially liberal and fiscally conservative" often. I used to say that described me perfectly. I'm a middle of the road guy. But the right turned into bootlicking sycophants and turned on their own beliefs in order to support their guy while he committed horrible acts against people who aren't white, who weren't male, who were immigrants, I mean, name it and this scoundrel has done it. The right has pushed me a bit more to the left than I used to be. I'm pretty sure if Trump had gotten that second election, I would have been pushed so far that the left that Bernie Sanders would look left and be utterly shocked to see anyone there.

I've not traveled outside of the US much, but I did go to Ireland once. I was advised even back then, in the year 2000, to tell people I'm Canadian. I knew the brash American abroad stereotype, mostly because stereotypes have some basis in truth. Taylor, too, makes this suggestion to world travelers of the American persuasion. I understand the little white lie. I chose not to take this advice because I wanted to show not all of us are self-entitled scumbags. In my tour group in Ireland, we were mostly made up of a few Americans and a lot of Australians. I hung out with the Australians, and at first, because I was considerably younger than them, they were guarded. They got to like me pretty quickly, and during a historical reenactment of Strongbow's life, I wound up marrying one. I thought I'd surprise her one day by sending a happy anniversary card to her, but I lost her address. The few Irish people we hung out with liked me, too. It turned out that our tour guide was actually Chief O'Brien's sister-in-law. O'Brien is one of my favorite Star Trek characters.

Then there's the Sauce Man story. I gotta say, I have done some stupid things in my life and accidentally hurt someone else. Not physically. Emotionally. That story broke my heart. It brought back all the shame I've felt over the years for my own behavior.

What surprised and pleased me is discovering that Corey Taylor, like myself, loves history. He even uses the same quote I do: "I'm not a historian. I'm a fan of history." It was so uncanny that I had to wonder if someone else said it, and I picked up the phrase subconsciously. And that maybe Taylor did, too. I looked around and there it is! I'll wager Taylor is a fan of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History, just like I am. Although in the chapter titled "Mother, Jugs, Speed, Sacco, and Vanzetti," he does not actually discuss Sacco and Vanzetti. I was kinda disappointed by that. I get that it's a joke, but still. However, he did say he'd be surprised if anyone not from Ohio knew who Salmon P. Chase was without looking him up, and guess what! I *do* know about Chase! I primarily know about him through Gore Vidal's Lincoln. I researched him quite a bit after I finished the book, pleased to find that Vidal was true to history as we know it. I was also sad to see how Chase's daughter Kate turned out in real life.

If I ever meet Taylor--and it's possible, as I tend to meet artists I enjoy--I would love to have a discussion with him about my theory that Alexander Hamilton had it coming, and that Aaron Burr is really the best of all the Founding Fathers. I'm also working on another theory: that Benedict Arnold's treason is actually very understandable. Wrong, definitely, but understandable. I'd like Taylor's thoughts on that.

I've been thinking about that because I like to put myself in other people's shoes when I discover I'm angry or annoyed with them. I try to see their side of things, and I can almost always succeed at that. The only one I can't fit into is Trump. His reasoning is so alien to me that I can't imagine what it's like to be so greedy that you'll let other people die just to line your pockets. But more or less, it helps me understand other people.

That's what the message of this book is really about. Understanding others so that you can learn to get along and make America the place it says it is. Like Taylor, I love this country, and to see greed and hatred and racism and all the other -isms tear us apart like this? Especially on Insurrection Day? I wonder if this is what the Romans felt as Nero did his little dance and fiddle.

Speaking of Insurrection Day, early in the book Taylor suggests that the lunacy isn't as bad as we think because it's usually extremes on both sides of the political spectrum, and they are always loud and belligerent. I used to think that was true, that the real America were scattered about in the middle, or they leaned one way or the other. They weren't extremes. They were normal.

I don't believe this anymore. Every day people are now at each others throats. Neighbors in my own town clash at each other, and they vandalize Trump and Biden signs depending on where they got their "news." But the clincher was on Insurrection Day. Those were regular Americans charging the Capitol. They were rabid and vicious and people died because of them. The very people who complained about BLM protests destroying property proceeded to destroy property in Washington, DC. You know who I didn't see at the Capitol that day? I didn't see Sean Hannity. I didn't see Tucker Carlson. I didn't even see Trump, and it was his own insurrection!

You know who I did see there? Jordan Klepper. I'm not a big fan of his comedy, but it took balls to do what he did there. He walked up to these psychos and asked them questions that they probably didn't want to hear much less answer.

So no, I think this poison has worked like Trickle Down Economics didn't work. The hate trickled down from the higher ups, and it infected the regular people of America. My own grandmother would go crazy whenever I said something negative about Emperor Palp . . . er, Trump.

Speaking of TDE, there is a great chapter about Reagan. I couldn't stand the guy, but I had to give him some credit for being at least presidential. I agree with Taylor that he understood people more than many other presidents. Now if only actors would stop being so political!

That's a joke, by the way. I don't understand why people constantly say, "You're an actor. What do you know about politics?" The very same thing could be turned back on them. "What? You work at 7-Eleven? What do you know about politics?" To be fair, actors have been pretty political for a very long time in this country. John Wilkes Booth, anyone?

There are a couple of points I disagree with. Taylor's take on the death penalty. He's for it and thinks it will make a difference in crime rate if we brought it back to all 50 states. I'm not entirely against the death penalty, but the horrifying fact is that we've sent too many prisoners to their deaths only to find out that some of them were actually innocent. There is a great and terrifying Naked Gun joke on this very subject. Taylor suggests extending the death penalty to sex offenders and violent criminals. The argument could certainly be made for sex offenders to die, especially pedophiles. I'm more inclined to lock them up for life because that's not just their crime, it's their behavior. They will certainly do it again, even with chemical castration. It's not about sex with them. It's about power. If they can't use their own equipment, they'll find a broomstick. So I'm on the fence if they should get life sentences or the death penalty. Maybe it would depend on the severity of the crime. But violent criminals? How do we define that? I've done some violent things in my life, so should I be sent to the needle? And there are some murderers who probably wouldn't do it again. They had a bad day, and they flipped out and killed someone. A life sentence in such a case sounds fine to me. But in the case of, say, John Wayne Gacy, who went to the needle in the 'Nineties? 100%, that guy should have been killed. But we've killed too many innocents. The death penalty is broken. Until we can fix it, I think it should be off the table.

The other issue is guns. I don't like guns, personally. If someone broke into my house, a cop would be here in less than two minutes. The only reason I'd have a gun, ever, is to kill someone. Or maybe myself. I don't think I'd do the latter. I already tried to off myself once, and I don't think I'll ever do it again.

But then I think about the lonely parts of America. Farmland. Miles and miles of it stretching as far as the eye can see and more. If you live in a place like that, and Iowa (Taylor's home state) is mostly filled with places like that, that clouds the issue a bit. So is Illinois, my home state, once you get away from the Chicago suburbs. In a place like this, it might take a police officer a half an hour or more to get to you. It makes perfect sense to have a gun in such cases. A friend of mine who lives on the border between Illinois and Wisconsin, definitely a middle-of-nowhere place, had to defend himself against literal thieves in the night. He had a gun and was able to scare them away. So I see both sides to the argument. Taylor seems to also know that we do need stronger gun control laws. Are you going to hunt deer with an AR-15? And guns really need to be kept out of the hands of people who shouldn't have them. Certain mental issues should prevent people who suffer from them from owning a gun. That probably won't win me many points with a lot of my father's side of the family, but there you go. And just to point it out, I have fired guns. It does give you a thrill to do it, especially if you hit the target. Especially if that target is Tannerite. But I was firing guns in Nevada, where gun registration is more of a suggestion. You don't have to, but if you get into an altercation involving your gun, it would smooth out the investigative process. It boggles the mind.

And I've been writing this for waaaaaay too long. I really need to go out and get something to eat. Suffice it to say, Taylor's an excellent author, and I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

[Joshua Allison · Rating 2 out of 5]

“[Trump] lied and lied and lied and lied and f***ing lied... he’d won.” Do you know anything about the Clintons? Mainly, Hilary?!!!! She is the biggest liar out of them all!! I didn’t want Trump to win, but I sure as sh*t did not want ‘Hellary’ to win. Man, I love your band and your books, but stay out of politics.

[Paloma · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF @ 60%

[Shilo · Rating 5 out of 5]

So I was going to just give this a 4 our of 5 stars, but then I hopped on here and read some of the reviews and couldn't help but laugh because Corey literally called some of you out. Between some of you getting mad over what he says about Trump, to you saying he needs to "stay out of politics." He called you out and I find that very funny.
Now, to what I thought about the book! To be honest, this was one of the best books I have read so far this year. I mean, guys, you are literally getting what you paid for; aka Corey Taylor ranting and talking about America and guess what? You can't take a look at America's foundation without focusing on politics and the freaking government. You just can't.
I thought Corey took a pretty great approach to the situation. He broke things down, tore down both sides, and took the time to explain why he felt the way he did. Did I agree with every little word the man said? Of course not! But he made some pretty great points and I respect that. It helps that I actually learned some stuff from reading this book and it made me want to look more into how America is ran.
This is the first Corey Taylor book I have read and believe me, I will be reading the rest. I went it, respecting Corey for his music and building what he built, to respecting him as a man as well. I was worried, I won't lie. But this book is thoughtful, hilarious, and touching in more ways that I know people want to admit.

[America's · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm always a big fan of everything Corey Taylor writes. This latest book, not so much. Only because I'm on the right in my political views. Corey says he's in the middle but it would seem he's very very left leaning. Which isn't a problem in itself. But he repeats that bullshit about how super racist President Trump is. WHEN HAS THAT MAN EVER BEEN RACIST?! Anyway, I didn't expect Corey Taylor to ever buy into that false narrative. So, for me, a good part of this book is completely ridiculous as far as the nonsense Taylor bought into about President Trump and the right. Its still pretty hilarious and well written. In true CKFT fashion.

[Tayla Potayta · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am a huge fan of Corey Taylor and I was so excited for this book when he announced he was writing this!
This book was really great and I really agree with so many of the things he has to say. I myself am "in the middle" of the two political parties. And I'm getting tired of hearing both sides.
He also opened my eyes to a few things which was nice.

[Benjamin Banta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Corey Taylor always has a comedic and interesting look on life and its many crazy experiences.

[Nick Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review can also be seen on my blog: HERE!

Ok, so I read the fourth major book release by the one and only, Corey Taylor. (Shocked, anyone?) Yes, I am a major fan of this guy, and yes, I have given yet another 5 star rating to yet another book to a man who's books I've read at least twice each (excluding this current one), and yes, I listen to his music just about every single day I wake up above ground, and yes, my rating could be biased (more than likely is), but please hear me out on this one. (Aren't run-on sentences fun?)

America 51: A Probe into the Realities That Are Hiding Inside "The Greatest Country in the World" touches to soul of America with a rusty pitch fork. "Why such a vicious sounding description?" you might ask. Well, it's simple, really. Mr. Taylor touches on all main political subjects, from left to right, conservative to liberal, pro choice to pro life, the (often misconstrued) 1st and 2nd amendments, and even the thin line that teeters right in the center of each of these subjects, and then some. If you take your politics, views and beliefs the least bit seriously, this book will offend you. But I implore you to read it. There's a lot of good in this country, even now, and he won't let you walk away from this book without at least attempting to make you see that.

:::WARNING:::
If you do NOT like and/or understand sarcasm, or can not take the occasional joke (especially with some serious subject matter) please stop... this book won't be for you in any way. Go read Harry Potter or something. (Seriously, those are books are amazing!)

Just like a majority of American citizens, Corey is fed up with the status of their beloved United States of 'Merica. And not just the political climate itself, just the status of their citizens and society in the eyes of foreign countries. As usual, he leaves no reader unscathed in his bantering. From Trump supporters to Hillary supporters, Sanders Supporters to 3rd party supporters (and non-voters alike), racism, prejudice, police brutality, gun violence, religion, and the wearing of a man-bun, he will state something that will tickle you the wrong way. But not in a "you're wrong and I'm so very right" demeanor, but in a "let's have an open conversation and understand one another, no matter our differences, and agree to disagree, without lashing immature hate toward one another" point of view, which, let's face it, happens far too often in this day and age due to the ability to hide behind words thrown out in social media, and even face to face. (Aren't run-on sentences still fun?) That's the tone of this, and all books, Taylor has blessed the world with. The idea of opening a conversation, no matter how delicate the subject matter may be. Not a soul on this planet will ever agree on the same thing. Ever. Fact. But current and older generations are too lazy to toss on their big girl and big boy pants and accept this.

What Corey Taylor's work comes down to, is his ability to take some serious subjects, and toss around ideas with a serious tone, snarky sarcasm, humor and a bit of ALL CAPS yelling in tow.

I have stated in past reviews of Taylor's work that I do not agree with quite a bit of what the man says and believes, and this stands heavily true with this recent literary exercise. But I'll be darned if I didn't take away a few possible questions of my own immature points of view on subjects I may not fully understand. So, well done, Corey Taylor. You made me think, yet again.

Oh, and Mr. Taylor? I think you might owe some royalties to Frito Lay and their Cheetos brand. (I'm sure you can all make an educated guess as to what I mean here).

Read if you want, or don't. As Corey says in this book himself...

"Just because you have the right to say it, doesn't mean we have to listen, even if you type that shit in all caps." - Corey Taylor

[Tex · Rating 5 out of 5]

“America 51” (A51) is the fourth book by American author, musician, and actor Corey Taylor.

Written in 2017 Taylor pulls away the curtain and takes a no holds barred look at “the realities that are hiding inside ‘the greatest country in the world’”.

In their reviews music magazines “Metal Hammer” and “Kerrang!” called A51 as a “…takedown of modern day politics…” and “Part-memoir, part-American history, part-social commentary, and much more besides” respectively - and I can’t sum this book up better than that.

If you are an American and you’ve not read any of his work before then, regardless of which side of the political fence you sit (whether liberal or conservative), be prepared to feel the full force of nature and scathing critique in a way that only Corey Taylor (also known as the Great Big Mouth) can deliver. If you are a fan of (full disclosure - I am a fan) and enjoyed Taylor’s other books then you will enjoy A51.

As a non-American I found A51 to be a fascinating read and would be curious to read Taylor’s current thoughts of 2025.

A51 gets 5 removals of rose coloured glasses out of 5.

[Dru · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

You could grab this book, change some party names, news outlet names and a handful of other terminology and it could be a chronicle of the present state of the argentinian social and political landscape (except for the chapter that speaks about the GOP and what he shares with conservatives because we don't do guns and the death penalty in Argentina).

It was entertaining, but mostly an 8hr podcast about what Corey was thinking of in 2017. I don't mean that as a bad thing at all, I enjoyed it very much because I love Corey with my entire heart. But it's something you have to actively choose to expose yourself to. I wouldn't recommend it to everyone for that exact reason.

It was my first book by him. I'll probably check out his other literary work. I do recommend the audiobook most of all because he has a wonderful voice and his personality makes everything all the more entertaining.

[Marydee Mallari · Rating 5 out of 5]

You either Love or Hate his writing style and opinions.

I think he is really educated and understands people from various perspectives pretty well. I listen to Korn more than Slipknot but the fact he is a musician frustrated with the critique he gets from politicians who feel violated by his views is hilarious in his book because he’s knowledgeable in MY perspective as a very center pointed bullseye citizen during the Trump Clinton 2 Election, on the Political Spectrum.

I think the Government changes he suggests in the second chapter even if it’s joke intended, makes sense in the a citizens right as an individual to vote.
Also, his take on past Presidents leading to what I believe the book may be about, only on chapter 3, is a little depressing from my viewpoint, still am enjoying the book and probably gonna try to finish it today.

[Ami · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another one of the Corey 'mouth' Taylor many rant books. As much as I loved his previous books due to his many life experiences are portrayed and lessons learned. This book had the same flair with the added rants about American society and Politics which I get his point of view and understand (coming from a Brit over here probably does not full comply) but, I don't understand how it tired to his life stories.

I sadly don't understand the links with this one however, Taylor's writing style is always super definitely has his personality screaming at you. Not my favourite but I hope to see a story of his life in the future.

[Dalton Barnhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the outspoken content and emotion Corey Taylor puts in these books and this is a perfect example of all these things. He doesn't care for either side in this novel and only explains things the way he sees them in his own twisted hilarious sense of humor and it's awesome. However, because such content is on a touchy subject, people who get offended easily should probably steer clear of this one, especially if you have a very one-sided political point of view. He mocks both of America's political parties in a way that others would almost be scared to say to a politician. I am a fan of his music and his writing. Both are aggressive, and both are great. He doesn't hold back.

[Fredrik · Rating 2 out of 5]

Corey has some great points, from time to time, in this book. The problem is incoherent rants inbetween. I like many of his rants and stories when they seem to go somewhere. It isn't nearly as funny as his other books either. I agree with some of his policitcs and disagree with some. And I am sure there is a lot that he doesn't mention here we also agree upon, but his points seem to overall end up weak and missing the target.
So overall a weak book.

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not as immediate as his previous books. But an insightful, and admittedly often angry and pissed off, look at America it’s politics and the division of a country.

He clearly loves his country, but is not a fan of the current president and what the reasons were behind him winning. Taylor reaches for understanding and a United America, one thing I hope the whole world hopes for

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corey's outlook on America is cynical and entertaining all at the same time. He can look at an issue from all angles and break it down to it's simplest form. He tells it in the bluntest way possible without a care for anyone else's feelings. He just puts it out there and doesn't care if he looses fans or not.

[Toni · Rating 2 out of 5]

My least favourite Corey Taylor book. Taylor writes with his usual wit and humour in a conversational tone and makes some great points and shares some interesting stories. I agree with most of what he’s saying, but this book and subsequently his rants and ramblings go on for quite a bit and it becomes rather boring. I seem to be perpetually burnt out by American politics.

[Brooke Lamb · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're one to argue political beliefs, this isn't for you but his stories and the way he tells his personal beliefs and such, it's a good read. He does warn that you shouldn't read if you won't like what he has to say. As someone who's on neither side of the fence, it's refreshing to hear one of my favorite singers views without bias.

[Catrinel Caitanovici · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting read, to view american politics through the lens of a rockstar, as a foreigner.
It also shows the system is not as bulletproof as it presents itself. I think it ages well, as america is just as divided, if not more, between the progressives and the conservatives.

The quality on this hardcover is on point.

[Lisa Stethem · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very enjoyable read and he hits the nail on the head. I feel the same way about politics that he does. This book has some very funny stories and many laugh out loud moments. I totally recommend this book.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Rock Star with a Brain!

I really laughed my butt right off while Listening to and reading this book! Yeah, he cusses, and uses vulgar terminology, so what?! It’s What he’s saying that counts. I love how clearly he Sees the world and our place in it.

[Dr. Satan · Rating 2 out of 5]

I agree with a lot of what he’s saying and then a lot of it is just surface level observation. I’m probably closer to a 2.5 on this but it didn’t strike me as anything super original or that thought out.

[Book Goblin, Page Devourer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book would have been cathartic if I knew it existed back in 2017.Corey isa MOOD and even though I'm not American there are very few things that I don't agree with when it comes to his opinions. Excellent read

[Janel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve read all of Corey’s books. He just has a way with words. Doesn’t hold back and speaks his truth. He’s hilarious, and great at making you feel like he’s in the same room just talking to you as a friend.

[Janine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining and enjoyable

[Strega · Rating 2 out of 5]

Still a decent read, and a very interesting glimpse of how Corey Taylor's mind works, but not as attention-getting as his other works.