Remember (Walking In The Sand)
Aerosmith · Night In The Ruts
My baby went away,
She went away,
Across the sea.
It's been two years or so,
Since I saw my baby go,
And then this letter,
Came to me.
It said that we was through
She found somebody new,
Oh, lemme think, lemme think,
What shall I do?
Oh no, oh no, oh no no no no no.
Remember,
Walking in the sand.
Remember,
Walking hand in hand.
Remember,
The night was so exciting.
Remember,
Her smile was so inviting,
Remember,
And then she touched my cheek,
Remember,
With her fingertips.
Remember,
Softly, softly we met with a kiss.
Whatever happened to,
That girl that I once knew.
That girl that said she'd be true.
Whatever happened to,
That night I gave her to you.
What will I do with it now.
(Instrumental Break)
Oh no, oh no, oh no no no no no.
Remember,
Walking in the sand.
Remember,
Walking hand in hand.
Remember,
The night was so exciting.
Remember,
Her smile was so inviting,
Remember,
And then she touched my cheek,
Remember,
With her fingertips.
Remember,
Softly, softly we met with a kiss.
Whatever happened to,
That girl that I once knew.
That girl that said she'd be true.
Whatever happened to,
That night I gave her to you.
What will I do with it now.
Remember (Walking In The Sand)
Released in 1989 on the album Night In The Ruts, "Remember (Walking In The Sand)" stands as a defining track in Aerosmith's late-career resurgence. The song features the band's signature blend of hard rock and blues-inflected melodies, driven by Joe Perry's intricate guitar work and Steven Tyler's soaring vocals. It captures the band's ability to deliver anthemic choruses that resonate with audiences, marking a pivotal moment in their discography following the success of Pump. The recording exemplifies the polished yet gritty sound that characterized Aerosmith during this era, solidifying their status as a major force in alternative rock and hard rock. As a staple of their live performances, the track remains a testament to the group's enduring musical power and their capacity to craft timeless songs that bridge the gap between their classic 80s hits and their later innovations.