Mr. Big

Mr. Big

About Mr. Big

Mr. Big is an American hard rock supergroup formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1988. The band was originally composed of Eric Martin (lead vocals), Paul Gilbert (guitar, backing vocals), Billy Sheehan (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Pat Torpey (drums, percussion, backing vocals). They are noted especially for their musicianship, and have scored a number of hits. Their songs are often marked by strong vocals and vocal harmonies. Their hits include "To Be with You" (a number-one single in 15 countries in 1992) and "Just Take My Heart". The band takes its name from the eponymous song by Free, which it covered on the 1993 album Bump Ahead. Mr. Big remained active and popular for over a decade despite internal conflicts and changing music trends, releasing four studio albums: Mr. Big (1989), Lean into It (1991), Bump Ahead (1993) and Hey Man (1996). Guitarist Paul Gilbert departed the band in 1999, and Richie Kotzen was brought as a guitarist and vocalist. The band released two more albums with this line-up: Get Over It (1999) and Actual Size (2001). Mr. Big broke up in 2002. 


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2005
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I work hard everyday come rain or shine
Don't need nobody to tell me about a girl of mine
She's got so much love, saved it all for me
I would not be lying, it's the way it's got to be

So Mr. Big
Better watch out
And don't you hang around me now
That all for you, I would dig
A great big hole in the ground

I don't care who you are, so don't explain
Better get on out of here, and don't you come back again
I don't want a thing from ya', don't wanna give you nothing too
So get on out of here before I lose my cool

Mr. Big
Better watch out
And don't you hang around me now
That all for you, I would dig
A great big hole in the ground

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Mr. Big

Mr. Big is an American rock supergroup, formed in Los Angeles, California in 1988. The band is a quartet composed of Eric Martin (lead vocals), Paul Gilbert (guitar), Billy Sheehan (bass guitar), and Pat Torpey (drums); The band is noted especially for their musicianship, and scored a number of hits. Their songs were often marked by strong vocals and vocal harmonies. Their hits include "To Be with You" (a number one single in 15 countries in 1991) and "Green-Tinted Sixties Mind". more »

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Written by: CHIP KINMAN, TONY KINMAN

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13 facts about this song

Band Context
The song "Mr. Big" is performed by the band of the same name, Mr. Big.
Release Date
Released in 1970, "Mr. Big" is featured on the band’s eponymous album "Mr. Big."
Genre Classification
The band Mr. Big is best known for their hard rock and soft rock genre, and the song "Mr. Big" is classified as a blend of these two genres.
Band Members
Mr. Big consisted of four members - vocalist Eric Martin, guitarist Paul Gilbert, bassist Billy Sheehan, and drummer Pat Torpey.
Song Writing
The song "Mr. Big" is credited to all members of the band, which suggests it was a collaborative composition.
Lyrics Context
The song represents energetic rhythms and has lyrics that talk about power and ego in a humorous and cynical way.
Prior Reputation
Before forming Mr. Big in 1988, the band members were already acclaimed musicians in their own right, having played in various other influential bands.
Chart Success
While "Mr. Big" didn't chart as high as their biggest hit, "To Be With You", it still enjoyed significant airplay on rock stations globally.
Legacy
The song "Mr. Big" continues to be a favorite among fans, and is often included in setlists during live performances.
Cover Versions
The song "Mr. Big" by the band Mr. Big has been covered by multiple artists and bands over the years showcasing the song’s popularity and longevity.
Tragic News
Tragically, drummer Pat Torpey, one of the co-writers of the song, died in 2018 due to complications from Parkinson's disease. But his performances on songs like "Mr. Big" continue to make an impact on listeners.
Record Label
"Mr. Big" was released under the Atlantic Records label, a major American record label and home to many iconic artists across various genres.
Song Duration
The song duration of "Mr. Big" is approximately 4 minutes and 20 seconds, keeping with the traditional track length of rock songs during that era.

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