Tough Love: Best of the Ballads
Aerosmith · 2011
60 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · rock & roll
Aerosmith's heartfelt ballads blend bluesy rock with powerful, emotive vocals that resonate across generations.
Why this album works
This compilation highlights Aerosmith's significant impact on rock balladry, featuring chart-topping hits like 'I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing.' The album reached notable positions on various charts, solidifying their status within both classic and contemporary rock scenes. Its release also coincided with a resurgence in the band's popularity following successful tours in the late 2000s.
- Best for
- steady emotional journey heartfelt introspective moments long immersive listening sessions
- Context
- By 2011, Aerosmith was in a reflective phase of their career, having released their previous studio album, 'Music from Another Dimension!' in 2012. 'Tough Love: Best of the Ballads' serves as a compilation that showcases their softer side, emphasizing emotional depth amid their hard rock legacy. This collection illustrates the band's ability to craft timeless love songs over their extensive career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Freddie Mercury· Queen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Angel Standout 5:08
- 2 Amazing 5:35
- 3 Love in an Elevator 5:23
- 4 Cryin’ 5:09
- 5 What It Takes 5:12
- 6 Rag Doll 4:24
- 7 Crazy Standout 5:17
- 8 Deuces Are Wild 3:34
- 9 Livin’ on the Edge 6:22
- 10 Blind Man 3:58
- 11 Janie’s Got a Gun Standout 5:29
- 12 Dream On 4:24
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