Unbeknownst to the public, had been diagnosed with the AIDS virus in the late '80s. Although his health weakened by the '90s, insisted that the band work on music until the very end; their final album turned out to be 1991's . Although it didn't receive the same critical praise as its predecessor, 1989's , it was another strong album and global hit (again going gold in the U.S.). With hindsight, the song's lyrics are blatantly autobiographical from 's standpoint, such as the reflective and the bold Also included are a pair of tracks that deal with mankind's inability to live harmoniously (the superb epic title track and ) and a humorous tribute to 's beloved pet felines ( ). 's heavier side is represented by both the rock radio hit and while show the band's pop sensibilities in full force, and on gets to show off his guitar chops. was a fitting way to end one of rock's most successful careers. ~ Greg Prato