| Tame Yourself | |
|---|---|
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| Compilation album by Various artists | |
| Released | April 30, 1991 [1] |
| Label | RNA/Rhino [2] |
Tame Yourself is an album released by Rhino Records on April 30, 1991, to benefit PETA. [1] [3] The album debuted at #184 on the Billboard 200 and peaked at #165 during its 3rd week on the chart. [4] [5] [6]
A limited edition remix collection entitled "Housebroken Dance Mixes" was released by Rhino in 1991, available only on 12" vinyl. [1] [8] [9]
| Chart (1991) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard 200 [5] [6] | 165 |
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