Perry and Hamilton, originally in a band together called the Jam Band, met up with Tyler, Kramer, and guitarist Ray Tabano, and formed Aerosmith; in 1971, Tabano was replaced by Whitford. They released a string of multi-platinum albums starting with their eponymous debut in 1973, followed by Get Your Wings in 1974. The band broke into the mainstream with Toys in the Attic (1975) and Rocks (1976). Draw the Line and Night in the Ruts followed in 1977 and 1979. Throughout the 1970s, the band toured extensively and charted a dozen Hot 100 singles, including their first Top 40 hit "Sweet Emotion" and the Top 10 hits "Dream On" and "Walk This Way". By the end of the decade, they were among the most popular hard rock bands in the world and developed a following of fans, often referred to as the "Blue Army". Drug addiction and internal conflict led to the departures of Perry and Whitford in 1979 and 1981. The band did not fare well and the album Rock in a Hard Place (1982) failed to match previous successes.
Perry and Whitford returned to Aerosmith in 1984. After a comeback tour, they recorded Done with Mirrors (1985), which did not meet commercial expectations. It was not until a 1986 collaboration with rap group Run-D.M.C. on a remake of "Walk This Way", and the 1987 multi-platinum release, Permanent Vacation, that they regained their previous level of popularity. In the late 1980s and 1990s, the band won numerous awards for music from the multi-platinum albums Pump (1989), Get a Grip (1993), and Nine Lives (1997), while they embarked on their most extensive concert tours to date. Their biggest hits during this period included "Dude (Looks Like a Lady)", "Angel", "Rag Doll", "Love in an Elevator", "Janie's Got a Gun", "What it Takes", "Livin' on the Edge", "Cryin'", and "Crazy". The band also filmed popular music videos and made notable appearances in television, film, and video games. In 1998, they achieved their first number-one hit with "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" from Armageddon's soundtrack and the following year, their roller coaster attraction opened at Walt Disney World. Their comeback has been described as one of the most remarkable and spectacular in rock history. Additional albums Just Push Play (which included the hit "Jaded"), Honkin' on Bobo (a collection of blues covers), and Music from Another Dimension! followed in 2001, 2004, and 2012. In 2008, they released Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, which is considered to be the best-selling band-centric video game. After five decades, the band continues to tour and record music. From 2019–2022, the band had a concert residency in Las Vegas, which was interrupted from 2020–2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aerosmith is the best-selling American hard rock band of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide, including over 85 million records in the United States. With 25 gold, 18 platinum, and 12 multi-platinum albums, they hold the record for the most total certifications by an American group and are tied for the most multi-platinum albums by an American group. They have achieved twenty-one Top 40 hits on the US Hot 100, nine number-one Mainstream Rock hits, four Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, and ten MTV Video Music Awards. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001, and were ranked number 57 and 30, respectively, on Rolling Stone's and VH1's lists of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. In 2013, Tyler and Perry were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and in 2020, the band received the MusiCares Person of the Year award.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerosmith
Studio albums
Aerosmith (1973)
Get Your Wings (1974)
Toys in the Attic (1975)
Rocks (1976)
Draw the Line (1977)
Night in the Ruts (1979)
Rock in a Hard Place (1982)
Done with Mirrors (1985)
Permanent Vacation (1987)
Pump (1989)
Get a Grip (1993)
Nine Lives (1997)
Just Push Play (2001)
Honkin' on Bobo (2004)
Music from Another Dimension! (2012)
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Aerosmith Lyrics
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I didn't know that she'd know...(she'd know) (she'd know)... she stoned me
I think I got it bad and I can't let it go
I thought I knew me much better
Autumn and cashmere all orange and green
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Creme' de gardenia and black Vaseline
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Imagine pretending she's the book that I've read
With a beautiful ending
It really drives me mad I can't leave her alone
'Cuz I won't let me forget her
Rose colored glasses you know what that sez
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Her sweet molass' is all mine pasque frez
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
(Yeeaaahh)...yeah
Totally out of control she owns me
Sweet almond eyes just to see and be seen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
She's tasting like cherries sweet love's grenadine
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Makes love like a rabbit to my velveteen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
A ten with a smile like a young Norma Jean
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous...gorgeous
The song "Drop Dead Gorgeous" by Aerosmith is a love song that talks about being completely enamoured by a woman who is naturally beautiful. The lyrics express the singer's infatuation and obsession with this beautiful woman who seems to have taken control over his life. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "naturally drop dead gorgeous" several times, as if to emphasize the idea of this woman being exceptionally beautiful without any artificial enhancements.
The lyrics in the verses paint a vivid picture of this beautiful woman with eyes as sweet as almonds, who is dressed in autumnal colors of cashmere, orange, and green. The singer describes her as being "stoned" and having "rose-colored glasses", possibly suggesting that she is carefree and happy-go-lucky, which is an attractive quality. The use of creme' de gardenia and black Vaseline imply that she has a unique and eclectic style. Additionally, the reference to sweet molasses and cherries could signify that her allure is not just due to her physical appearance, but also her alluring personality.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is eternally smitten with this woman and is unable to get her out of his head. He imagines that pretending she's the book that he has read, with the most beautiful ending. The song hints at his longing to be with her and not being able to forget her, which is driving him mad.
Overall, "Drop Dead Gorgeous" is a love song that expresses the singer's obsession with a stunningly beautiful woman, whose natural beauty is irresistible. The lyrics provide a glimpse into the singer's infatuation, which is almost bordering on an unhealthy obsession.
Line by Line Meaning
Totally outta control...(control) (control)... she owns me
I am completely under her spell and she controls me completely.
I didn't know that she'd know...(she'd know) (she'd know)... she stoned me
I did not expect her to have such a big impact on me and leave me feeling high like I've been stoned.
I think I got it bad and I can't let it go
I am obsessed with her and cannot stop thinking about her.
I thought I knew me much better
I believed that I had a strong sense of self before I met her, but now I am unsure of myself.
Autumn and cashmere all orange and green
She has a natural beauty that reminds me of the colors of autumn leaves and soft cashmere clothing.
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
She is incredibly attractive and beautiful without trying too hard.
Creme' de gardenia and black Vaseline
She smells like a luxurious combination of gardenia cream and black Vaseline.
It's so not fair...completely inside my head
It is unfair that she has this kind of power over me, as I am completely consumed by thoughts of her.
Imagine pretending she's the book that I've read
I find it comforting to imagine that she is a familiar story that I can revisit over and over again.
With a beautiful ending
Thinking about her and imagining different scenarios with her gives me a sense of hope and a happy ending.
It really drives me mad I can't leave her alone
Although I know I should distance myself from her, I cannot resist her allure and it is driving me crazy.
'Cuz I won't let me forget her
I am actively choosing to keep her in my thoughts and I cannot seem to forget about her.
Rose colored glasses you know what that sez
I am viewing her through rose-colored glasses, which means I am only seeing the best aspects of her and ignoring her flaws.
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Her stunning beauty is natural and effortless.
Her sweet molass' is all mine pasque frez
I feel lucky that her sweet, sticky love is all mine, like a passion fruit sorbet.
Makes love like a rabbit to my velveteen
She is passionate and eager in our physical connection, like a rabbit in springtime, and it feels incredibly indulgent and luxurious.
A ten with a smile like a young Norma Jean
She is a perfect 10, with a smile that is as captivating as Marilyn Monroe's was when she was younger.
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous...gorgeous
Overall, she is stunningly beautiful and attractive, and I cannot resist her charms.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARK JEFFREY HUDSON, JOE PERRY, STEVEN TYLER
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Henrique Ramos
"Drop Dead Gorgeous"
[Verse 1]
Totally out of control (Control, control)
She owns me
I didn't know that she'd know (She'd know, she'd know)
She stoned me
I think I've got it bad and I can't let it go
I thought I knew me much better
[Chorus 1]
Autumn and cashmere, all orange and green
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Creme de gardenia and black Vaseline
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
It's so not fair
[Verse 2]
Completely inside my head imagine pretending
She's the book that I've read with a beautiful ending
It really drives me mad, I can't leave her alone
'Cause I won't let me forget her
[Chorus 2]
Rose colored glasses you know what that says
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Her sweet molasses all mine, pasque frez
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Yeah, yeah
[Intrumental Break]
[Bridge]
Totally out of control
She owned me
[Chorus 3]
Sweet almond eyes just to see and be seen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
She tasting like cherries, sweet love's grenadine
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Makes love like a rabbit to my velveteen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
A 10 with a smile like a young Norma Jean
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Rosemary
10> Drop Dead Gorgeous (3:42)
Written by: Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Mark Hudson
totally out of control
she owns me
i didn't know that she'd know
she stoned me
i think i've got it bad
and i can't let it go
i thought i knew me much better
autumn & cashmere all orange and green
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
creme de gardenia and black vaseline
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
it's so not fair
completely inside my head
imagine pretending
she's the book that i've read
with a beautiful ending
it really drives me mad
i can't leave her alone
cuz i won't let me forget her
rose colored glasses you know what that sez
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
her sweet molass' is all mine pasque frez
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
totally out of control
she owns me
sweet almond eyes just to see and b seen
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
she tasting like cherry sweet love's grenadine
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
makes love like a rabbit to my velveteen
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
a ten with a smile like a young norma jean
she's naturally drop dead gorgeous
(Source: Album booklet)
BIGROCKER620
Revisiting this album in the last week, realizing how much I like it.
Pyth
Maravilhoso, né ❤
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Henrique Ramos
"Drop Dead Gorgeous"
[Verse 1]
Totally out of control (Control, control)
She owns me
I didn't know that she'd know (She'd know, she'd know)
She stoned me
I think I've got it bad and I can't let it go
I thought I knew me much better
[Chorus 1]
Autumn and cashmere, all orange and green
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Creme de gardenia and black Vaseline
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
It's so not fair
[Verse 2]
Completely inside my head imagine pretending
She's the book that I've read with a beautiful ending
It really drives me mad, I can't leave her alone
'Cause I won't let me forget her
[Chorus 2]
Rose colored glasses you know what that says
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Her sweet molasses all mine, pasque frez
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Yeah, yeah
[Intrumental Break]
[Bridge]
Totally out of control
She owned me
[Chorus 3]
Sweet almond eyes just to see and be seen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
She tasting like cherries, sweet love's grenadine
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Makes love like a rabbit to my velveteen
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
A 10 with a smile like a young Norma Jean
She's naturally drop dead gorgeous
Mark Williams
Underrated album track
Toyota Kawasaki
What makes you believe it's underrated? Did you travel the globe taking a survey from every citizen of the world? Please explain.
Mark Williams
@Toyota Kawasaki What makes you spend your time looking for arguments with strangers on YouTube over absolutely nothing?
Zed
@Toyota Kawasaki cringe
Victor Granstrom
Definitely underrated. Prior to this year, I haven’t listened to this album since roughly 2005, and I forgot how good it is. Definitely a change in direction for Aerosmith at the time, and it’s a bit over produced, but that doesn’t alter the fact that the music is good. This track, Outta your head, and Avant Garden are my favorites.
dee tallarico
awesome song