Sweet Emotion

Aerosmith

About Sweet Emotion

"Sweet Emotion" is a song by the American rock band Aerosmith, released by Columbia Records in April 1975 on the album Toys in the Attic and was released as a single a month later on May 19. The song began a string of pop hits and large-scale mainstream success for the band that would continue for the remainder of the 1970s. The song was written by lead singer Steven Tyler and bassist Tom Hamilton, produced by Jack Douglas and recorded at the Record Plant.


Year:
1975
4:34
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Sweet emotion
Sweet emotion

You talk about things that nobody cares
You're wearing out things that nobody wears
You're calling my name but I gotta make clear
I can't say baby where I'll be in a year

When some sweet hog mama with a face like a gent
Said my get up and go must've got up and went
Well I got good news, she's a real good liar
'Cause the backstage boogie set your pants on fire

Sweet emotion
Sweet emotion

When I pulled into town in a police car
Your daddy said I took it just a little too far
You're telling me things but your girlfriend lied
You can't catch me 'cause the rabbit done died
Yes it did

You stand in the front just a shakin' your ass
I'll take you backstage, you can drink from my glass
I talk about something you can sure understand
'Cause a month on the road an' I'll be eating from your hand

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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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Written by: Steven Victor Tallarico, Tom Hamilton

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12 facts about this song

Release Date and Album
"Sweet Emotion" was released on May 19, 1975, and is part of the album "Toys in the Attic" which was also released the same year.
Chart Performance
Upon release, the song was incredibly successful on the charts. It peaked at number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Aerosmith's breakthrough hit and their first top 40 single.
Song Length
The original length of the song is 4:34 while the single version is 3:12 only.
Song's Inspiration
Steven Tyler, the band's frontman, was inspired to write "Sweet Emotion" by the tension and fights within the band mostly due to jealousy over his success as a musician.
Usage in Popular Culture
This song has been used in several films and TV shows. It was notably featured in the movies "Dazed and Confused" and "Miracle".
Song's Musical Instruments
"Sweet Emotion" is known for its distinctive bass riff that begins the song and is played by Tom Hamilton. This is followed by a talk box guitar line by Joe Perry, which gives the song a distinctive squawking sound.
Re-Release
The song was re-released in 1991 and charted at number 36 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists ranging from Leo Kottke and Mike Gordon to Warrant.
Live Performances
"Sweet Emotion" has long been a staple in Aerosmith's live performances and is often extended for extra audience interaction.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by lead singer Steven Tyler and bassist Tom Hamilton.
Start of Aerosmith's Success
It is widely considered that "Sweet Emotion" was the song that launched Aerosmith towards their success which led to them being one of the best-selling American hard rock bands of all time.
Rolling Stone Ranking
Rolling Stone magazine placed "Sweet Emotion" at number 408 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

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