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I Do not Wanna Miss a Thing


"I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith is composed in the original key of D major. Released in 1998 as part of the soundtrack for the film "Armageddon," the song became one of Aerosmith's biggest hits. Written by Diane Warren, the power ballad was performed by Aerosmith, with Steven Tyler providing the lead vocals. An interesting fact is that "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" marked Aerosmith's first and only number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, earning them a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. The melody features Tyler's emotive vocals accompanied by orchestral arrangements, soaring guitar solos, and a memorable chorus, creating a captivating and anthemic sound.