Shela
Aerosmith
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(Chorus) Shela, Shela, she like a hurricane Shela, Shela, she like a ball and chain Shela, Shela, she like a hurricane Got myself a lady Got down on my knees, yeah... Hotter than Hades Heaven if you please, yeah... (Chorus) Some girls put it to you Make you scream in pain, yeah... Some will say they knew you And then forget your name, yeah... Shela, real tight Shela, that's right Shela She said she could do it Love she could fulfill There ain't noting to it Backbone gets a chill
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Written by: STEVEN TYLER, BRAD E WHITFORD
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10 facts about this song
Background Information"Shela" is a song by American rock band Aerosmith from their 1985 album, "Done With Mirrors".
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by all five members of the band, including Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer and Brad Whitford.
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Album Performance"Done With Mirrors," which included "Shela," marked a return to form for Aerosmith after a handful of less successful albums, indicating the beginning of a new peak for the band.
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Unique Style"Shela" is characterized by a catchy, syncopated main riff and Tyler's unmistakable vocals. It features a good mix of pop-oriented rock with traditional Aerosmith-style hard rock.
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Commercial SuccessDespite the overall success of the album, "Shela" per se was not released as a single, and thus it did not chart at the Billboard Hot 100.
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Live Performance"Shela" was performed live during Aerosmith's 1985–1986 Done With Mirrors tour. However, it has been seldom played in its entirety since the conclusion of the tour.
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Cover VersionsIt’s not one of Aerosmith's widely covered songs, but one noted cover version is by the metal band, Banshee.
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Music VideoWhile "Shela" does not have an official music video, there are several recorded live performances available, letting fans see the energy the band brought to this song on stage.
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Fan ReceptionDespite not being a mainstream hit, "Shela" has remained popular among hardcore Aerosmith fans for its energetic performances and distinctive sound.
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CritiqueMusic critics often cite "Shela" as a standout track on "Done with Mirrors", showcasing the band's ability to blend genres and create unique, memorable songs.
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