The Other Side

Aerosmith

About The Other Side

"The Other Side" is a song performed by American hard rock band Aerosmith, and written by Jim Vallance (music) and Steven Tyler (lyrics). It was released in 1990 as the fourth single from the band's highly successful 1989 album Pump. The songwriting team of Holland-Dozier-Holland were eventually given songwriting credit on the song after threatening to file suit over what they perceived to be similarities between "The Other Side" and their song "Standing in the Shadows of Love".  


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2001
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Come on
Lovin' you has got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil in the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Oh take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

My mama told me there'd be days like this
And man she wasn't foolin'
'Cause I just can't believe the way you kiss
You opened up your mouth with bated breath
You said you'd never leave me
You love me, you hate me, I tried to take the loss
You're cryin' me a river but I got to get across

Lovin' you has got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil in the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Oh take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

I'm lookin' for another kind of love
Oh lordy, how I need it
The kind that likes to leap without a shove
Oh honey, best believe it
To save a lot of time and foolish pride
I'll say what's on my mind, girl
You love me, you hate me, you cut me down to size
You blinded me with love and, yeah, it opened up my eyes

Lovin' you has got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
My conscience got to be my guide (Take me to the other side)
Oh honey, take me, take me, take, take, take, take

Take me to the other side
I'm lookin' for another kind of love
Oh, lordy, how I need it
The kind that likes to leap without a shove
Honey, you best believe it
Now I ain't one for saying long goodbyes
I hope all is forgiven
You loved me, you hate me, I used to be your lover
You know you had it coming, girl
So take me to the other side

(Take me to the other side)
(Take me to the other side)
Lovin' you has got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil and the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
My conscience got to be my guide (Take me to the other side)
Oh honey, take me to the other side (Take me to the other side)

Lovin' you has got to be (Take me to the other side)
Like the devil in the deep blue sea (Take me to the other side)
Forget about your foolish pride (Take me to the other side)
Oh take me to the other side

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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: LAMONT DOZIER, BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD J HOLLAND, STEVEN TYLER, JAMES DOUGLAS VALLANCE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"The Other Side" is a song by American rock band Aerosmith. It was included on their fourteenth studio album, "Pump," released in 1989.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks, proving its substantial radio popularity.
Song's Inspiration
Steven Tyler, Aerosmith's lead vocalist, and songwriter said the song was inspired by the basic universal duality, the good and bad, heaven and hell, idea which can also explain the title "The Other Side."
Award Nomination
In 1991, "The Other Side" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.
Song Credits Controversy
Originally, the song credits were given solely to Steven Tyler and Jim Vallance, however, a lawsuit by Holland-Dozier-Holland led to a reevaluation, as the song was deemed too similar to "Standing in the Shadows of Love," by Four Tops. The final credits list both groups as authors.
Music Video Novelty
The music video for "The Other Side" was controversial at the time due to the inclusion of a "living video" section, where the band members appear to step out of their own music video.
Demonstration of Musical Evolution
"The Other Side," as part of the "Pump" album, was a testament to Aerosmith's evolution from their gritty, heavy rock roots to a more polished, mainstream rock sound.
Unique Instrumental Element
The song features a brass section - the Margarita Horns, marking a stylistic departure for the band.
Lyric Analysis
The lyrics are primarily about lust and sexual longing, however, the chorus suggests a more spiritual longing.
Live Performances
Despite the track’s commercial success and popularity at the time, "The Other Side" has rarely been performed in any of Aerosmith’s live shows since the 1990s.

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