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)
Walk on Water
Aerosmith Lyrics
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Moolah
Bolt ons
Fast car
Quick fix
Freak out
Nose bleed
Skull cap
Pissed on
I never seen a smile that looked so sad
You make me feel so good 'cause you're so bad
Hey little darlin'
Your love is legendary
Love's four letters
Ain't in my dictionary
'Scuse my position
But it ain't missionary
Yeah but I want to
Walk on the water with you
Boo-tay
Hotpants
Tan line
Sweet stuff
Hookah
Boo yah
Knocked Up
Hose Down
Cool cat
Hot flash
When it comes to makin' love I ain't no hype
'Cause I practise on a peach most every night
Hey little darlin'
Your love is legendary
Love's four letters
Ain't in my dictionary
'Scuse my position
But it ain't missionary
Yeah but I want to
Walk on the water with you
Well, the cook's in the kitchen
And hidin' the spoons
I'm winkin' at witches
And howlin' at moons
I'm afraid of the candle
But Live for the flame
You know who I am
But you don't know my name
(Aha, ha, ha, ha)
Hey little darlin'
Your love is legendary
Love's four letters
Ain't in my dictionary
'Scuse my position
But it ain't missionary
Yeah but I want to
Walk on the water with you
Hey little darlin'
Your love is legendary
You got the boo yah
It's almost ficitonary
'Scuse my position
But it ain't missionary
Yeah, but I want to
Walk on the water with you
The lyrics to Aerosmith's "Walk on Water" are about living life to the fullest and experiencing everything it has to offer, including the highs and lows. The song is full of graphic, often sexually suggestive imagery that is meant to capture the attention of the listener and immerse them in the rock 'n' roll lifestyle the band is known for. The first verse includes several slang terms related to money, plastic surgery, and drug use, painting a picture of a reckless, hedonistic lifestyle.
In the chorus, the singer describes the object of his affection as legendary, drawing a contrast between his own limited experiences and her wild and adventurous life. Despite this, he expresses a desire to be with her and even compares it to the Biblical story of Jesus walking on water. The second verse continues with more graphic imagery related to sex and drug use, but concludes with a humorous line about practicing lovemaking on a peach. The third and final verse includes a mix of supernatural and sexual references, highlighting the mysterious and unpredictable nature of the singer's life.
Overall, the lyrics to "Walk on Water" are meant to be provocative and attention-grabbing, capturing the rebellious spirit of rock 'n' roll and encouraging listeners to live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
High class
Appearing to be expensive or luxurious
Moolah
Money or wealth
Bolt ons
Breast implants
Fast car
A vehicle that is capable of high speeds and acceleration
Quick fix
A solution that is temporary or only addresses the surface of a problem
Freak out
To become extremely upset or agitated
Nose bleed
A condition where there is bleeding from the nose
Skull cap
A type of hat that fits closely to the head
Pissed off
To be angry or irritated
Pissed on
To be treated disrespectfully or unfairly
I never seen a smile that looked so sad
You appear happy but there is something troubling you underneath
You make me feel so good 'cause you're so bad
Your rebellious and risky nature is attractive to me
Hey little darlin'
Addressing someone with affection or endearment
Your love is legendary
Your love is well-known and admired
Love's four letters
Love can be expressed with only four letters
Ain't in my dictionary
I am not familiar with this kind of love
'Scuse my position
Apologizing for being in an unconventional situation
But it ain't missionary
This is not a traditional or conservative relationship
Yeah but I want to
Even though it's not conventional, I still desire to be with you
Boo-tay
Slang for buttocks or rear end
Hotpants
Short shorts that are tight-fitting and revealing
Tan line
A visible line on the skin indicating where clothing or swimwear covers it
Sweet stuff
A term of endearment or affection
Hookah
A water pipe designed for smoking flavored tobacco
Boo yah
Slang to express excitement or enthusiasm
Knocked Up
Slang for becoming pregnant
Hose Down
To spray down with a hose or other water source
Cool cat
Someone who is sophisticated and stylish
Hot flash
A sudden feeling of heat and sweating usually associated with menopause
When it comes to makin' love I ain't no hype
I am skilled and experienced when it comes to intimacy
'Cause I practise on a peach most every night
I practice and perfect my skills on fruit, symbolizing that I am experienced but not promiscuous
Well, the cook's in the kitchen
Imagery that implies there is something secretive or mischievous happening
And hidin' the spoons
Continues the implication of secretive behavior or something deemed inappropriate
I'm winkin' at witches
Imagery to suggest I have a devil-may-care attitude and I am not afraid to engage with the mysterious or unexplained
And howlin' at moons
An additional description of mysterious and possibly illicit behavior
I'm afraid of the candle
I am scared of what will happen if I push the boundaries of what is socially acceptable
But Live for the flame
Despite my fears, I am passionate and excited by danger and excitement
You know who I am
You may be familiar with my reputation or personality type
But you don't know my name
I am still something of a mystery to you or others around us
Hey little darlin'
Reiterated term of affection for the listener
You got the boo yah
You have an exciting and attractive quality about you
It's almost ficitonary
It seems too good to be true
Yeah, but I want to
Despite this quality being almost unbelievable, I still feel an intense attraction toward you
Walk on the water with you
A romanticized image of spending time with the listener, facing impossible odds or overcoming barriers together
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Anthony Joseph Perry, Jack Martin Blades, Steven Tallarico, Tommy R Shaw
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@shaanchaudhry5719
Man this was the very first track to kick off the Big Ones album from the 90’s….I was a teenager in the beginning stages of discovering Aerosmith and this song was jammed many many times. Just high energy and so many catchy melodies throughout. Killer jam!
@user-yx9ub3ks2o
🎸👍
https://youtu.be/DQTRRA-ChKs
@duke3196
Same🎸🎤
@chriscunningham6401
The producer really put the songs in a good order and made the whole albumn a great experience. I miss listening to my CDs.
@gustavogomesdossantos5599
ótima musica perfeita desde 1987 quando eu tinha 17 anos de idade ja curtia aerosmith e sempre vou curtir aerosmith para sempre
@richardbrito2348
I've been an Aerosmith fan my whole life and I never knew that there was a music video for this song. Thank you YouTube!
@ericleonkingery9229
I remembered it being on Mtv back in the day but haven't seen it in over 2 decades 🙃 So glad they finally uploaded it.
@vincenthiney7424
Mtv was great for the music videos
@user-yx9ub3ks2o
🎸👍
https://youtu.be/DQTRRA-ChKs
@mjh5437
@Eric Leon Kingery Back in which day?