Riff & Roll
Aerosmith · Other Songs - Aerosmith
Hey, hey you
Place your face on down the ground
Hey, hey you
With the junkies all around
Hey, hey you
What'cha feel inside is sad
Hey, hey you
With your face on the flame
Hey, hey you
This is all a silly game
Hey, hey you
What'cha feelin' down and sad
You know you got that love
Baby, inspiration
(And you got them old generation) ?
With your feet down
Down on the ground
You gotta sing songs baby
When know you who's around
Say baby
Hey, hey wait
Well whatcha do that whore
Get your brains well they scrape them off the floor
Hey, hey you
What'cha got inside the door
Yeah...hey, hey you
What's up in the middle east
Hey, hey you
Won't'cha take another piece
Hey, hey you
What'cha feelin' kinda sad
That's it, stay up there
Stay up there
Stay...stay up there
Oooh...
One, two, three, four
Hey, hey you
With the face on the fire
Hey, hey you
Sing your ass off in the choir
Hey, hey you
What'cha let your face grow long
Too long, too long
Hey, hey you
With your ass on the ground
Hey, hey you
Never say you get the sound
Hey, hey you
What'cha think of the sound
Riff & Roll
Aerosmith's "Riff & Roll" stands as a quintessential example of the band's hard rock prowess, blending driving rhythms with the group's signature vocal harmonies. Released during a period where the band was solidifying its status as a defining force in 1980s rock, the track exemplifies their ability to craft anthems that resonate with both seasoned fans and new listeners. The song captures the raw energy and melodic sensibility that characterized Aerosmith's discography, featuring their characteristic interplay between lead and backing vocals over a solid, pounding rhythm section. As a standalone recording, it highlights the band's versatility within the hard rock genre, offering a powerful sonic experience that remains a staple of their catalog. The composition reflects the era's emphasis on guitar-driven rock while maintaining the emotional depth that has made Aerosmith legends.