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Who sang What It Takes?

Aerosmith released the song What It Takes. Date of release: 1989.

Release date: 1989

Duration: 05:11

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🎶 What It Takes song analysis

The singer laments the end of his relationship with his ex-girlfriend, asking how the pain should go away and how she can sleep at night. He reflects on the pain of the breakup and asks her to drop everything.

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Aerosmith - Short Biography

Aerosmith is an American rock band founded in 1970 in Boston. Composed of Steven Tyler (vocals), Joe Perry (guitar), Tom Hamilton (bass), Joey Kramer (drums) and Brad Whitford (guitar), the band has released more than 15 albums and has received 4 Grammy Awards. Aerosmith's music is known for its mix of hard rock, blues, heavy metal and pop. They are considered one of the most influential and popular bands in rock history.

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- "What it Takes" is a power ballad by the American band Aerosmith.
- It was written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and Desmond Child.
- It was released in 1989 as the third single from the album Pump.

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