I Don't Want to Miss a Thing

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"I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" is a power ballad by Aerosmith, featured as the theme song for the 1998 film Armageddon. Written by Diane Warren, the song was initially envisioned for a singer like Celine Dion. However, once Liv Tyler, Steven Tyler's daughter, was cast in the film, Aerosmith became the obvious choice to perform it. The song's inspiration came from an interview where James Brolin expressed his constant longing for his wife, Barbra Streisand, even when asleep. The song marked a significant milestone in Aerosmith's career, becoming their first and only number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100, staying at the top for four weeks. It also reached number one in several other countries and sold over a million copies in the UK. The song's success was a testament to its universal appeal, blending Aerosmith's rock style with Warren's sentimental lyrics. Despite being a departure from their typical genre, "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" remains one of Aerosmith's most enduring hits.