Black Balloon

The Goo Goo Dolls

About Black Balloon

"Black Balloon" is a song recorded by the Goo Goo Dolls. It was released in June 1999 as the fourth single from the band's 1998 album, Dizzy Up the Girl, and reached number three in Canada, number 16 in the United States and number 23 in Iceland.


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2009
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Baby's black balloon makes her fly
I almost fell into that hole in your life
And you're not thinking 'bout tomorrow
Cuz you were the same as me
But on your knees

A thousand other boys could never reach you
How could I have been the one?
I saw the world spin beneath you
And scatter like ice from the spoon that was your womb

Comin' down the world turned over
And angels fall without you there
And I go on as you get colder
Or are you someone's prayer?

You know the lies they always told you
And the love you never knew
What's the things they never showed you
That swallow the light from the sun inside your room, yeah

Comin' down the world turned over
And angels fall without you there
And I go on as you get colder
Always someone there

And there's no time left for losin'
When you stand they fall, yeah

Comin' down the world turned over
And angels fall without you there
And I go on as you get colder
All because I'm
Comin' down the years turn over
And angels fall without you there
And I'll go on and I'll lead you home and
All because I'm
All because I'm
And I'll become
What you became to me

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The Goo Goo Dolls

The Goo Goo Dolls are an American rock band formed in 1986 in Buffalo, New York, by vocalist and guitarist John Rzeznik, vocalist and bassist Robby Takac, and drummer George Tutuska. more »

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Written by: John Rzeznik

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7 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Black Balloon" was released as the 4th single from the Goo Goo Dolls' sixth studio album. - The song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks. - It also reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Influence and Inspiration
There is speculation that the song was inspired by heroin addiction, but John Rzeznik, the band's lead vocalist, has never confirmed this idea explicitly. - Instead, Rzeznik once stated that the song tells the story of a woman trapped in an abusing relationship.
Composition and Lyrics
"Black Balloon" is a mid-tempo tune that incorporates the band’s signature sound of layered guitars and prominent percussion. - The lyrics have been praised for their evocative imagery and emotional weight. - The black balloon in the song is largely considered a metaphor, possibly for drug addiction or a destructive relationship.
Live Performances
The Goo Goo Dolls often perform "Black Balloon" live with actual black balloons dropped onto the audience, making it a fan favorite at concerts.
Awards and Nominations
"Black Balloon" earned the band a Grammy nomination in 2000 under the category of 'Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal', marking the band's first Grammy nomination.
Song's Significance
The success of "Black Balloon" further solidified The Goo Goo Dolls' mainstream appeal, firmly cementing their transition for an alternative rock band to a successful pop-rock band.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Nancy Bardawil who has also worked with other popular music acts like Alice in Chains and Hole. - The video features the band performing the song in a variety of settings, interspersed with various surreal and symbolic images.

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