Mr. Big combined two po… Read Full Bio ↴(For the 70s British rock band, see Mr Big.)
Mr. Big combined two popular musical trends of the rock scene in the mid to late 80s: a particular brand of hard rock focused on melodies and listener-friendly choruses made for the arena, and impressive technical proficiency, then called shredding. The seeds for the group were sown when bass player Billy Sheehan (considered one of the top bassists of rock, often thought to be the bass equivalent of guitarist Eddie Van Halen) left David Lee Roth's solo band in 1988. Almost immediately after his exit, Sheehan began piecing together a new outfit, with the help of Mike Varney from Shrapnel Records, a label specialized in the shredding genre. The band comprised Shrapnel artist and former Racer X guitarist Paul Gilbert, Pat Torpey on drums, and singer Eric Martin, who had a number of album releases throughout the 1980s with his Eric Martin Band.
By 1989, the newly formed quartet, already regarded as a budding supergroup, had already inked a recording contract with Atlantic, resulting in the release of a self-titled debut the same year. Produced by Kevin Elson and Val Garay, 'Mr. Big' proved a partial commercial success, reaching the 46th slot on the Billboard 200 chart. Lead-off single "Addicted to that Rush", featuring the band's aggressive guitar and bass playing, also brought the group some mainstream attention, reaching the #39 slot on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Despite causing a buzz among musicians, the album didn't quite cross over to a mainstream rock audience stateside, though Mr. Big was an immediate smash success overseas in Japan. The band's breakthrough came with their second album, 'Lean Into It', in 1991. It featured two power ballads that established the band as a total commercial success: "To Be With You" and "Just Take My Heart". The group also released arena rock songs that have remained staples of their live set for years, such as "Green-Tinted Sixties Mind".
Other releases followed, 'Bump Ahead' in 1993 and 'Hey Man' in 1996, but the band never replicated its earlier success in the U.S. market. The rise of grunge and nu metal groups damped much of the mainstream's interest in traditional arena-made hard rock. In Japan, on the other hand, they continued to sell out tours, resulting in a number of live releases for the Japanese market throughout their career (from "Raw Like Sushi" in 1990 to Mr. Big in Japan in 2002 among later releases). Paul Gilbert left the band in 1997 to pursue a solo career and eventually reform Racer X. Richie Kotzen, another Shrapnel artist and former guitarist for Poison, was brought in to take on guitar duties, also contributing occasional vocals.
Two studio albums were released by this lineup: 'Get Over It' in 2000 and 'Actual Size' in 2001, which featured the single Shine used in the anime Hellsing. Tensions in the band between Billy Sheehan and the other members, especially Eric Martin, led to the band's demise-- contractual obligations for yet another Japanese tour were fulfilled in the form of a "farewell tour". The multi-million record-selling band broke up in 2002, many years since their last hit in the United States but while still enjoying great popularity in Japan.
In February 2009, as a result of fan-demand and also after several coincidences over the past couple of years that have gradually brought the group back together again, Eric Martin, Pat Torpey, Paul Gilbert, and Billy Sheehan finally announced their decision to reunite.
In September 2010, Mr. Big recorded a seventh album with producer Kevin Shirley at a Los Angeles-area studio. The album (What If...) was released in Japan on December 15, 2010, in Europe on January 21, 2011, and in the US in February 2011. The group's latest album, Defying Gravity, was recorded in Los Angeles in six days, and released on July 21, 2017. Due to Pat Torpey being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, he could not play drums fully on the record and played on only several tracks. Matt Starr recorded the drum tracks, while Pat Torpey acted as "drum producer."
On February 7, 2018, drummer Pat Torpey died from complications of Parkinson's disease at the age of 64. His last show took place at the Wulfrun Hall in Wolverhampton on November 23, 2017. A memorial show took place on May 23, 2018 at The Canyon in Agoura Hills, California, with former member Richie Kotzen as a special guest.
Addicted to That Rush
Mr. Big Lyrics
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My momma said to me
Once a woman gets your soul
You'll never shake her free
These are words of wisdom
Tt turns out she was right
Gotta find a lover-
'Cause I need a fix tonight
Once I thought her lovin'
Was a habit I could break
But when I go without it
My body starts to ache
Whoooooo (etc.) ooooo
Watch it touch me deep inside
Whoooooo
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch
Never get enough
'Cause I'm addicted to that rush - Yeow!
Look around I stop and stare
Got to get a taste
Pretty women everywhere
We ain't got time to waste
Lookin' for a little thang
To fit into my plans
On the town I'll hurt you down
I'm walkin' like a man
(Chorus)
The lyrics to Mr. Big’s song Addicted to That Rush touch on the theme of addiction, specifically the addiction to love and physical intimacy. The first verse talks about the advice a mother gave her son, “Once a woman gets your soul, you’ll never shake her free”. The lyrics refer to the idea that love and intimacy can become addictive, and once you experience it, it’s hard to let go. The second verse talks about the physical symptoms of addiction, “But when I go without it, my body starts to ache”. The chorus emphasizes the addiction to the “rush” or the feeling we get when we experience love and intimacy.
The lyrics paint a picture of a person who is constantly seeking the “rush” and never seems to get enough of it. The song talks about beautiful women being everywhere, and the need to find someone who fits “into my plans”. This suggests that the person has a specific type they are attracted to or a specific goal in mind when seeking out intimacy. The chorus emphasizes the addictive nature of the rush, with the lyrics “Every time we touch, never get enough” reinforcing the idea that this addiction will never be fully satisfied. The song ends with the person walking away unfulfilled, suggesting that the cycle of addiction will continue.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was a young boy
As I reflect on my childhood, I remember something my mother told me that shaped my perspective.
My momma said to me
My mother imparted some valuable advice to me that I still remember clearly.
Once a woman gets your soul
My mother warned me that once you fall in love with a woman, it's hard to let go of that attachment.
You'll never shake her free
Your connection to that woman will remain fixed, unbreakable, and difficult to move on from.
These are words of wisdom
My mother's advice was wise and insightful, and I now realize how correct she was.
Tt turns out she was right
In retrospect, my mother was absolutely correct about the nature of love and attachment.
Gotta find a lover-
I need to find someone to connect with in order to satisfy my craving for romantic attachment.
'Cause I need a fix tonight
I'm feeling needy and desperate for some romantic attention right now.
Once I thought her lovin'
When I first fell in love, I thought that my attachment to my lover was something I could control.
Was a habit I could break
I believed that I could stop being attached to my lover simply by changing my behavior or attitude.
But when I go without it
However, I've come to realize that when I'm separated from my lover or not receiving enough attention, I feel terrible.
My body starts to ache
I experience physical and emotional pain when I'm not in close proximity or receiving affection from my lover.
Whoooooo (etc.) ooooo
A musical interlude, possibly meant to represent the feeling of overwhelming emotion that comes from being in love.
Watch it touch me deep inside
Being in love and receiving affection from my lover affects me on a deep, emotional level.
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
At times, it feels like I lose control of my emotions when I'm in love; it can be overwhelming and all-consuming.
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
When I start feeling the pull of romantic attachment, there's no point in resisting it; the feeling is too strong to ignore.
I'm addicted to that rush
I have a deep, unshakeable attachment to the euphoria that comes with being in love.
Every time we touch
Every time I'm close to my lover or receiving affection from them, I feel euphoric and excited.
Never get enough
No matter how much affection or attention I receive from my lover, I always crave more, and never feel satisfied.
'Cause I'm addicted to that rush - Yeow!
The intense emotional high that comes from being in love is something I'm addicted to and always crave.
Look around I stop and stare
As I look out at the world, I'm constantly searching for potential romantic partners, and take notice of any attractive women.
Got to get a taste
I'm always eager to connect with new people and take a chance on romance, no matter how uncertain the future may be.
Pretty women everywhere
I'm constantly surrounded and tempted by beautiful, attractive women, which makes it difficult for me to control my impulses and desires.
We ain't got time to waste
Life is short, and I feel like I need to take advantage of every opportunity for romance and excitement that comes my way.
Lookin' for a little thang
I'm always in search of a new romantic interest, no matter how fleeting that interest might be.
To fit into my plans
I'm always looking for someone who will meet my needs and selfish desires, rather than considering what the other person might be looking for in a relationship.
On the town I'll hurt you down
When I'm in the mood for romance, I'm willing to do whatever it takes to satisfy my desires, even if that means hurting others or being reckless with my own behavior.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAT TORPEY, WILLIAM SHEEHAN, BRANDON GILBERT PAUL
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@supanutstudio8719
When I was a young boy
My momma said to me
Once a woman gets your soul
You'll never shake her free
These are words of wisdom
It turns out she was right
Gotta find a lover-
'Cause I need a fix tonight
Once I thought her lovin'
Was a habit I could break
But when I go without it
My body starts to ache
Whoooooo (etc.) ooooo
Watch it touch me deep inside
Whoooooo
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch
Never get enough
'Cause I'm addicted to that rush - Yeow!
Look around I stop and stare
Got to get a taste
Pretty women everywhere
We ain't got time to waste
Lookin' for a little thang
To fit into my plans
On the town I'll hurt you down
I'm walkin' like a man
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch
Never get enough
'Cause I'm addicted to that rush - Yeow!
@shyrleysilveyra5285
When I was a young boy
My momma said to me
Once a woman gets your soul
You'll never shake her free
These are words of wisdom
It turns out she was right
Gotta find a lover
'Cause I need a fix tonight
(whoooooo)
Watch it touch me deep inside
(whoooooo)
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
(whoooooo)
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch
Never get enough
'Cause I'm addicted to that rush, yeow!
Look around I stop and stare
Got to get a taste
Pretty women everywhere
We ain't got time to waste
Lookin' for a little thang
To fit into my plans
On the town I'll hurt you down
I'm walkin' like a man
(whoooooo)
Watch it touch me deep inside
(whoooooo)
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
(whoooooo)
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch
Never get enough, one more...
I'm addicted to that rush
Every time we touch!
Never get enough
'Cause I'm addicted to that "rush"
(whoooooo)
Watch it touch me deep inside
(whoooooo)
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
(whoooooo)
When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'...
Once I thought her lovin'
Was a habit I could break!
But when I go without it
My body starts to ache
Addicted to that rush
Every time we touch!
I'm addicted to that "rush"
...baby!
Never, never, never, never, never get enough!
(whoooooo)
Watch it touch me deep inside
(whoooooo)
Somethin' snaps inside my mind
(whoooooo)
oh... When I feel it comin' ain't no sense in runnin'...
I'm addicted to that "rush"
Addicted to that rush
I'm addicted to that "rush"
Addicted to that rush
I'm addicted to that "rush"
I'm addicted to that "rush"
Addicted to that rush
I'm addicted to that "rush"
yeow!
hurt me!
_____________________________
_____________________________
Cuando era un niño
Mi mamá me dijo
Una vez que una mujer obtiene tu alma
Nunca la sacudirás gratis
Estas son palabras de sabiduría
Resulta que ella tenía razón
Tengo que encontrar un amante
Porque necesito una solución esta noche
(whoooooo)
Míralo, tócame profundamente dentro
(whoooooo)
Algo asoma en mi mente
(whoooooo)
Cuando lo siento venir, no tiene sentido seguir corriendo
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
Cada vez que tocamos
Nunca tengo suficiente
¡Porque soy adicto a esa "prisa", yeow!
Miro a mi alrededor, me detengo y miro
Tengo que probarlo
Mujeres bonitas en todas partes
No tenemos tiempo para perder
Buscando un poco thang
Para encajar en mis planes
En la ciudad te lastimaré
Estoy caminando como un hombre
(whoooooo)
Míralo, tócame profundamente dentro
(whoooooo)
Algo asoma en mi mente
(whoooooo)
Cuando lo siento venir, no tiene sentido seguir corriendo
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
Cada vez que tocamos
Nunca tengo suficiente
Porque soy adicto a esa prisa, uno más
Soy adicto a esa prisa
Cada vez que tocamos
Nunca tengo suficiente
Porque soy adicto a esa prisa
(whoooooo)
Míralo, tócame profundamente dentro
(whoooooo)
Algo asoma en mi mente
(whoooooo)
Cuando lo siento venir, no tiene sentido seguir corriendo
Una vez pensé que ella lo adoraba
Era un hábito que podría romper
Pero cuando voy sin el
Mi cuerpo comienza a doler...
Adicto a ese "apuro"
¡Cada vez que tocamos!
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
...¡bebé!
Nunca, nunca, nunca, nunca, nunca tengo suficiente!
(whoooooo)
Míralo, tócame profundamente dentro
(whoooooo)
Algo asoma en mi mente
(whoooooo)
oh ... cuando siento que viene no tiene sentido seguir corriendo ...
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
Adicto a ese "fiebre"
Soy adicto a esa fiebre
Adicto a esa fiebre
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
Adicto a esa fiebre
Soy adicto a esa "fiebre"
¡yeow!!!!!
¡lastimame!
@richarddavies60
That's what you call "Super talented "
@jdamicoofficial
Lol-yep.
@pedromendoza4800
That's what you call MUSIC 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@lorettasearcy1471
💯% they kick serious ass
@vanshipman
I remember meeting Paul Gilbert at a clinic in Asheville at the Musicians Workshop. Nicest guy you could ever hope to meet. He said to me after the event, wait until you hear the band I’m in. He told me the members and all I heard was Billy Sheehan...lol I’d never heard of Eric Martin or Pat Torpey. He said Eric was like a modern day Steve Marriott, which got my attention, but he already had me at him and Sheehan in a band together. What’s funny was Paul was like bored because there was nothing for him to do that night and the clinic was over. So you could tell he just wanted to hang with anyone and talk guitar. He sat and played requests from me, I was just blown away. Basically a free guitar lesson from Paul, he most likely wouldn’t remember, I’ll never forget! Mr. Big definitely one of my all time favorite bands. R.I.P. Pat Torpey
@bobthebear1246
Man, that's a great story, and you tell it so well that I could just imagine it while I was reading it. Great to hear that Paul Gilbert was/is a cool guy, in addition to being a blindingly technical virtuoso on guitar! 👍
@LuizOliveira-wx2zr
THANKS FOR SHARING this Amazing story! mr. Big is one of my favourites too.
@vanshipman
The guy who owns the shop has it on film, I remember him filming it. I’d love to see it. This was in like 1987 or 1988...a long time ago. I remember Paul played me a bunch of Van Halen stuff. He’s a fan of Eddie’s big time. What was cool was to see that he gets excited about other players the way I was excited about seeing him. It’s hard to believe that it’s been 30 plus years ago...His clinic was also incredible. Billy came and did one about 6 or 7 years later. It was mind blowing as well. Also another very nice laid back dude. 👍🏻
@loveconquersall143
What an uber COOL story/experience. Love it! 👌💕
@lorettasearcy1471
You're so lucky and I really miss 😢 Pat, what a great drummer