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.
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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)
Something's Gotta Give
Aerosmith Lyrics
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Information overload
And I just can't take anymore
And I'm gonna break
Something's gotta give
Tell me when to turn the screw
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Does the noise in my head bother you
Digerotic mass appeal
Feels like flesh but tastes unreal
And I'm gonna break
Something's gotta give
Tell me when to turn the screw
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Don't you like it
Tell me true
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Hold your breath 'til you turn blue
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Comic books are comin' true
Does the noise in my head bother you
If love that seemed to fall from grace
Was sitting on your interface
Your megahertz she can't forgive
Your love it died before you ever lived
Something's gotta give
Tell me when to turn the screw
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Don't you like it
Tell me true
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Hold your breath til you turn blue
Does the noise in my head bother you
Something's gotta give
Comic books are comin' true
Does the noise in my head bother you
The lyrics to Aerosmith's song "Something's Gotta Give" are a commentary on the overwhelming nature of the digital age. Lead singer Steven Tyler sings about a "cyberotic head" that is overloaded with information and cannot take any more. He continues to sing about a feeling of frustration and breaking point, where "something's gotta give." Tyler seems to be pleading with the listener, asking them if the noise in his head bothers them, and if they also feel overwhelmed and on the brink of collapse. The song touches on themes of technology and the loss of connection and intimacy in a world that is increasingly digital and impersonal.
Tyler references comic books in the song, hinting at a nostalgia for a simpler time. He sings, "Comic books are comin' true," and implies that the digital age has turned reality into a sort of sci-fi fantasy land. He also references "digerotic mass appeal," which can be interpreted as a play on words for "digital erotic mass appeal." This highlights the sexualization and fetishization of technology, and how it has become an obsession for society.
Overall, "Something's Gotta Give" is an anthem for anyone who has felt overwhelmed or disconnected in the digital age. The lyrics speak to a need for connection and a return to a simpler way of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Cyberotic head explode
Feeling overloaded with stimulation, like my mind is short-circuiting
Information overload
Being bombarded by excessive amounts of data, leaving me overwhelmed
And I just can't take anymore
Feeling like I've reached my limit and can't handle any more stress
And I'm gonna break
Feeling like I'm on the verge of a breakdown or losing control
Something's gotta give
Recognizing the need for change or an interruption to the overwhelming situation
Tell me when to turn the screw
Asking for guidance or direction to help alleviate the stress
Does the noise in my head bother you
Wondering if my own mental chaos is affecting those around me
Comic books are comin' true
Feeling like reality is blurring with fiction, leading to confusion
Digerotic mass appeal
Feeling drawn to something that may not be healthy or genuine due to societal pressure or trends
Feels like flesh but tastes unreal
Experiencing something that seems tangible but is ultimately unsatisfying or hollow
If love that seemed to fall from grace
Reflecting on a failed relationship or love that disappointed
Was sitting on your interface
Considering the impact that technology or digital communication has on love and relationships
Your megahertz she can't forgive
Feeling like technology has a negative impact on my love life or relationships
Your love it died before you ever lived
Feeling like love never had a chance to flourish or reach its full potential
Don't you like it
Questioning if others are bothered by the same things that are overwhelming me
Hold your breath til you turn blue
Urging someone to wait or be patient for a change that is necessary
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOE PERRY, MARTI FREDERIKSEN, STEVEN TYLER
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