Falling in Love (Is Hard on the Knees)
Aerosmith
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You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You think you're in love Like it's a real sure thing But every time you fall You get yo' ass in a sling You used to be strong But now it's "ooh baby please" 'Cause falling in love is so hard on the knees You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so We was making love When you told me that you loved me I thought ol' cupid He was taking aim I was believer when you told me That you loved me And then you called me Someone else's name There ain't gonna be no more Beggin' you please You know what I want And it ain't one of these You're bad to the bone And your girlfriend agreed That falling in love is so hard on the knees You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You're so bad, you're so Chip off the old block Man, you're so much like your sister My fantasize it must be out of luck My old libido has been Blowing a transistor I feel like I have been hit by a f*ck Yeah I'm Jones' in' on love Yeah I got the DT's You say that we will Bbut there ain't no guarantees I'm major in love But in all minor key 'Cause falling in love is so hard on the knees What are you looking for It's got to be hard core Must be some kind of nouveau riche Is this your only chance Or some hypnotic trance Let's get you on a tighter leash You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You're so bad, you're so bad, you're so You ain't that good Is what you said Down to the letter But you like the way I hold the microphone Sometimes I good but When I'm bad I'm even badder Don't give me no lip I've got enough of my own There ain't gonna be No more beggin' you please You know what I want And it ain't one of these You're bad to the bone And your girlfriend agreed That falling in love is so hard on the knees I'm jonesin' on love Yeah I got the DT's You say that we will, yeah But there ain't no guarantees I'm major in love But in all minor key 'Cause falling in love is so hard on the knees
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Written by: Anthony Joseph Perry, Glen Ballard, Steven Tallarico
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13 facts about this song
Song Release"Falling in Love (Is Hard on the Knees)" was released as the lead single from Aerosmith's twelfth studio album, "Nine Lives," in 1997.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100, reinforcing Aerosmith's presence on the charts through the late '90s.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by fashion photographer and filmmaker Floria Sigismondi. It features the band performing in a circus-like setting, surrounded by various surreal performers.
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CompositionThe song was written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Glen Ballard. The rock energy and catchy chorus helped make it a radio favourite.
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Grammy Nominations"Falling in Love (Is Hard on the Knees)" received a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal in 1998, further validating its success.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed less frequently in Aerosmith's live shows in recent years, but was a staple in their setlists during the late '90s and early 2000s.
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Fusion of GenresAccording to some music critics, the song had a unique blend of hard rock and pop, which mildly deviated from the band's traditional style, showing their versatility.
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Album SuccessThe parent album "Nine Lives," initially had a slow start and mixed reviews, but the release of "Falling in Love (Is Hard on the Knees)" as the lead single marked the album's turnaround and propelled it to break into the Top Ten.
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Parody Version'Weird Al' Yankovic included this song in his Aerosmith style-polka medley "Polka Power!" on his 1999 album "Running with Scissors."
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Magazine MentionThe music magazine "Rolling Stone" described the track as "a grinding, roughed-up rocker with plenty of swagger." This shows how respected "Falling in Love (Is Hard on the Knees)" is in the rock music sphere.
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Gold CertificationThe single went gold in the United States, highlighting its commercial success.
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Music Video ControversyThe music video, despite its creative visuals, faced some criticism for its suggestively provocative content. Despite this, it maintained popularity on music video channels.
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Pop CultureThis song has been featured in several films and TV shows, suggesting its popularity and influence extend beyond merely the music scene.
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