The Other Side
Areosmith Lyrics


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Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
C'mon, take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

My mama told me there'd be days like this
And man she wasn't foolin'
'Cause I just can't believe the way you kiss
Uh huh
You opened up your mouth with baited breath
You said you never leave me
You love me, you hate me, I tried to take the loss
You cryin' me a river but I got to get across

Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Ah honey, take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

I'm lookin' for another kind of love
Oh Lordy how I need it
The kind that likes to leap without a shove
Oh honey, best believe it
To save a lot of time and foolish pride
I'll say what's on my mind, girl
You love me, you hate me, you cut me down to size
You blinded me with love and yeah, it opened up my eyes

Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like some devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
My conscience got to be my guide (Take me to the other side)
Oh honey take me, take, take, take, take, take (Take me to the other side)

(Take me to the other side)
I'm lookin' for another kind of love
Oh Lordy how I need it
The kind that likes to leap without a shove
Honey, you best believe it
Now I ain't one for sayin' long goodbyes
I hope all is forgiven
You love me, you hate me, I used to be your lover
You know you had it comin', girl, so take me to the other (Side)
(Take me to the other side)
(Take me to the other side)

Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like some devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
You know my conscience got to be my guide (Take me to the other side)
Honey take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like some devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Honey take me, take me, take me, take me (Take me to the other side)

(Take me to the other side)
(Take me to the other side)




(Take me to the other side)
(Take me to the other side)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Aerosmith's "The Other Side" convey a passionate plea from an individual in a troubled relationship who is desperate to be taken to the other side - presumably the side where the relationship is healthy and happy. The first verse sets the tone of the song, presenting the relationship as tumultuous and difficult, with the singer feeling like they are stuck between a devil and a deep blue sea. However, the chorus repeatedly pleads for the other person to take them to the other side, showing that despite the difficulties, they still want to make things work.


The second verse clarifies the singer's desire for a different kind of love - one that is not as troubled as their current relationship. They express their willingness to be honest and open with their partner to save time and their own pride. Again, the chorus emphasizes that despite their struggles, they want to make the relationship work and be taken to the other side.


Overall, the lyrics are a raw expression of the singer's feelings and the difficulties of trying to make a relationship work. The repetition of the chorus shows how desperately the singer wants a resolution and to move towards a healthier relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Lovin' you's got to be (Take me to the other side)
Being with you is as difficult as navigating through the devil and the deep sea. I want to go to the other side where things are easier.


Like the devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
I am comparing being with you to the difficulty of the devil and the deep blue sea. I want to go to the other side where things are easier.


Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Put your foolish pride aside and take me to the other side where our love can be simpler.


C'mon, take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)
Please, take me to the other side where our love can be easier to manage.


My mama told me there'd be days like this
My mother warned me that relationships can be difficult and complicated.


And man she wasn't foolin'
She was right about the difficulties of relationships.


'Cause I just can't believe the way you kiss
Despite the problems, I still cannot resist your kisses.


You opened up your mouth with baited breath
You spoke with eagerness and anticipation.


You said you never leave me
You promised never to leave me.


You love me, you hate me, I tried to take the loss
Our relationship is filled with ups and downs, and I have tried to make things work despite the losses.


You cryin' me a river but I got to get across
You are crying and making it difficult, but I have to move on to a better place.


I'm lookin' for another kind of love
I am searching for a love that is easier and simpler than what we have.


Oh Lordy how I need it
I am longing for a simpler kind of love badly.


The kind that likes to leap without a shove
I long for a love that willingly takes chances rather than being forced or coerced.


To save a lot of time and foolish pride
To avoid wasting time and ruining our pride, I will speak my mind.


I'll say what's on my mind, girl
I will speak my truth openly and honestly without hesitation.


You love me, you hate me, you cut me down to size
Our relationship can be very intense and emotional, and you have had the power to hurt me.


You blinded me with love and yeah, it opened up my eyes
Your love has been intense and passionate, and it has made me see things more clearly than before.


My conscience got to be my guide (Take me to the other side)
I need to listen to my inner voice and go to the other side where things are easier for me.


Now I ain't one for sayin' long goodbyes
I prefer not to drag out painful goodbyes.


I hope all is forgiven
I hope we can move on from this and forgive each other.


You love me, you hate me, I used to be your lover
Our love has been challenging and tumultuous, and I was once your lover.


You know you had it comin', girl, so take me to the other (Side)
You knew that things would not work out between us, so let's move on to the other side.




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[Chorus]
Lovin' you has got to be (take me to the other side) Like the devil and the deep blue sea (take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (take me to the other side) Aw, take me to the other side (take me to the other side)

[Verse 1]
My mamma told me there'd be days like this And, man, she wasn't foolin' 'Cause I just can't believe the way you kiss Uh, uh-huh You opened up your mouth with baited breath You said you'd never leave me You love me, you hate me, I tried to take the loss You're crying me a river, but I got to get across

[Chorus]
Lovin' you has got to be (take me to the other side) Like the devil and the deep blue sea (take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (take me to the other side) Oh, honey, take me to the other side (take me to the other side)

[Verse 2]
I'm looking for another kind of love
Oh, Lordy, how I need it The kind that likes to leap without a shove Oh, honey, best believe it To save a lot of time and foolish pride I'll say what's on my mind, girl You love me, you hate me, you cut me down to size You blinded me with love and, yeah, it opened up my eyes

[Chorus]
Lovin' you has got to be (take me to the other side) Like the devil and the deep blue sea (take me to the other side)
My conscience got to be my guide (take me to the other side) Aw, honey, take me, take, take, take, take, take, yeahhhh (take me to the other side)

[Guitar solo]

[Verse 3]
Take me to the other side I'm looking for another kind of love Oh, Lordy, how I need it The kind that likes to leap without a shove Honey, you best believe it Now, I ain't one for saying long goodbyes I hope all is forgiven You love me, you hate me, I used to be your lover You know you had it coming, girl, so take me to the other
(Side, take me to the other side Take me to the other side)

[Outro]
Lovin' you has got to be (take me to the other side) Like the devil and the deep blue sea (take me to the other side) You know, My conscience got to be my guide (take me to the other side) Honey, take me to the other side (take me to the other side) Lovin' you has go to be (take me to the other side) Like the devil and the deep blue sea (take me to the other side) Forget about your foolish pride (take me to the other side) Aw, honey, take me, take, take, take, take, take, yeahhhh (take me to the other side)



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EDGARDO DELGADO

esta música nunca pasara de moda

Sarpreet Kaur

Listened to them as a kid and now I'm 37 years old still listening to them. I still memorized the lyrics to all their songs. Favorite and best rock band ever! ❤

Javi Sam

Conocí su trabajo con 12 años, tengo 52 y alucino cuando alguien lo pincha en algún bar , en décimas de segundo los reconozco. Son jodidamente buenos.

Wellington Conceição

Os melhores sem dúvida!!não canso de ouvir,volto a minha adolescência quando tinha 17,hoje tenho 29\m/

Gustavo Gomes dos Santos

Boa musica perfeita desde 1987 quando eu tinha 17 anos de idade já curtia Aerosmith e sempre vou curtir Aerosmith para sempre

Amber Garthly

I'm 13 and I've been listening to these dudes since I was born. My parents used to play it all the time growing up, and when i was younger this is all I would hear. I absolutely adore Steven Tyler now.

Daniel Martinez

you are 22 now :o

vSpray

you're 22 - 23 now, wow

Jesse Foley

In that case.... someday you'll be saying the Beatles are the best... they are. You remind me of myself. Fantastic song great band

ItsGoofyMF

@vSpray holy shit

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