Rag Doll

Aerosmith

About Rag Doll

"Rag Doll" is a song by American hard rock band Aerosmith. It is from the 1987 album Permanent Vacation. It was released as the final single from the album in 1988. It was written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Jim Vallance, and Holly Knight.


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1998
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Rag doll, livin' in a movie
Hot tramp, daddy's little cutie
You're so fine, they'll never see ya leavin' by the back door, mam
Hot time get it while it's easy
Don't mind come on up and see me
Rag doll baby won't you do me like you done before
I'm feelin' like a bad boy
Mm just a like a bad boy
I'm rippin' up a Rag Doll
Like throwin' away an old toy
Some babe's talkin' real loud
Talkin' all about the new crowd
Try and tell me of an old dream
A new version of the old scene
Speak easy on the grape vine
Keep shufflin' in a shoe shine
Old tin lizzy do it till you're dizzy
Give it all ya got until you're put out of your misery
Rag doll, livin' in a movie
Hot tramp, daddy's little cutie
You're so fine, they'll never see ya leavin' by the back door, mam
Hot time get it while it's easy
Don't mind come on up and see me
Rag doll baby won't you do me like you done before
Yes I'm movin'
Yes I'm movin'
Get ready for the big time
Tap dancing on a land mine
Yes I'm movin'
Yes I'm movin'
Old tin lizzy do it till you're dizzy
Give it all ya got until you're put out of your misery
Rag doll livin' in a movie
Hot tramp Daddy's little cutie
You're so fine they'll never see ya leavin' by the back door, mam
Hot time get it while it's easy
Don't mind come on up and see me
Rag doll, baby won't ya do me, baby won't ya do me, 
Baby won't ya do me like you done before
Yes I'm movin'
Yes I'm movin'
Get ready for the big time
Get crazy on the moon shine
Yes I'm movin'
I'm really movin'
Sloe Gin Fizzy, do it till you're dizzy
Give it all ya got until you're put out of your misery
Rag doll, livin' in a movie
Hot tramp, daddy's little cutie
You're so fine, they'll never see ya leavin' by the back door, mam
Hot time get it while it's easy
Don't mind come on up and see me
Rag doll baby won't you do me like you done before
Rag doll, livin' in a movie
Hot tramp, daddy's little cutie
You're so fine, they'll never see ya leavin' by the back door, mam
Hot time get it while it's easy
Don't mind come on up and see me
Rag doll baby won't you do me like you done before

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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: Anthony Joseph Perry, Holly Knight, James Douglas Vallance, Steven Tallarico

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC

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11 facts about this song

Release
"Rag Doll" was released as a single in 1988 from Aerosmith's comeback album, "Permanent Vacation".
Composition
It was composed by a quartet of songwriters – Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Jim Vallance and Holly Knight.
Lyrics Change
The song was originally titled "Rag Time" but was changed to "Rag Doll" after John Kalodner could not perceive the word "Rag Time" in the chorus.
Chart Performance
"Rag Doll" peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S. It also topped the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart for a week.
Live Performances
It is a song that's frequently included in the band's live performances and has appeared in several of Aerosmith's compilations and live albums.
Music Video
The music video for "Rag Doll," directed by Marty Callner, was filmed in New Orleans and features the band playing in a Mardi Gras-like setting.
Reception
Aerosmith was lauded for their Bad Boy hard rock image with the release of Rag Doll, helping solidify them in the Hard Rock and Hair Metal Era of the 80s.
The Horn Section
The song features a prominent horn section. The band replicated this sound in their live performances using synthesizers.
Accolades
Rolling Stone ranked it among the band's best songs post their comeback.
Cultural Impact
"Rag Doll" continues to receive regular airplay on classic rock radio stations and is popular among the band's fan base. It is also featured in the video game Guitar Hero: Aerosmith.
Backing Vocals
Backing vocals for the song were provided by The Margarita Horns, comprised of Tom Keenlyside, Ian Putz, Bob Rogers, and Bruce Fairbairn.

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