Darkness

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About Darkness

"Darkness" is a maxi-single from the recording sessions of hard rock band Aerosmith's eighth album Done with Mirrors. The song originally appeared as the last track on the album's cassette and CD issues (it did not appear on the vinyl version). It was then issued in 1986 as the album's second commercially released single in the US (following "Shela"), and was the fourth and final promo-single taken from the album.


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1985
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Darkness, darkness, hungry to the bone
Darkness, darkness, take my body home
God I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love
She like a pooka
She holy roller, love me like a song
She like a lightning
She roller coaster, 'till the break of dawn
She like a shadow
She all around me, nasty hearted dream
She got the sexy
She do it to me, wake me when I dream
God I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love
Now I lay me down to sleep, goodnight
Pray the Lord my soul will keep tonight
If I die before I wake, in your arms my love can't break away
Darkness (she like a shadow)
Darkness (she all around me)
Nasty hearted dream
Darkness (she got the sexy)
Darkness (she do it to me)
Wake me when I scream
God I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love, I'm in love

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Aerosmith

Aerosmith is an American rock band, sometimes referred to as "The Bad Boys from Boston" and "America's Greatest Rock and Roll Band." Their style, which is rooted in blues-based hard rock, has come to also incorporate elements of pop,heavy metal, and rhythm and blues, and has inspired many subsequent rock artists. The band was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1970. Guitarist Joe Perry and bassist Tom Hamilton, originally in a band together called the Jam Band, met up with singer Steven Tyler, drummer Joey Kramer, and guitarist Ray Tabano, and formed Aerosmith. In 1971, Tabano was replaced by Brad Whitford, and the band began developing a following in Boston. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Darkness" is a song by the American rock band Aerosmith.
Album Information
The song is from the band's eighth studio album, "Rock in a Hard Place", which was released in August 1982.
Lineup Change
"Darkness" was recorded during a time when Joe Perry and Brad Whitford had temporarily left the band, marking a significant lineup change for Aerosmith.
Contribution
The song was written by lead vocalist Steven Tyler and co-written by keyboardist and backing vocalist Joey Kramer.
Music Style
The song is known for its unique fusion of hard rock and blues, typical of Aerosmith's sounds during this period.
Album Reception
Despite the tumultuous period for the band around this time, "Rock in a Hard Place" still peaked at #32 on the BillBoard 200 chart in 1982.
Lesser-Known Track
"Darkness" is considered a deep cut from the album, as it was never released as a single and is often overlooked in favor of the album's more popular tracks like "Lightning Strikes."
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Darkness" are open to interpretation but they seem to convey a sense of despair and longing, which could reflect the difficulties Aerosmith were facing at the time.
Vocals
Steven Tyler's powerful and emotive vocal performance is a highlight of the song "Darkness."
Live Performance
Despite not being as popular as other Aerosmith songs, "Darkness" was performed live during some of their shows in the 1980s.

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