Big Machine (Goo Goo Dolls song)
"Big Machine" is a song by the Goo Goo Dolls, first released on their Gutterflower album in 2002. It was written by lead vocalist/guitarist Johnny Rzeznik, who calls it his "disco song" and describes its meaning as "a propulsive tale of unrequited love". This song's drums were on a drum machine, and it was called "Disco". This song was written about the people in LA, and the way of life, as told on VH1's Storytellers.[1]
| "Big Machine" | ||||
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| Single by Goo Goo Dolls | ||||
| from the album Gutterflower | ||||
| Released | September 17, 2002 | |||
| Genre | Alternative rock, pop rock | |||
| Length | 3:09 | |||
| Label | Warner Bros. | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Johnny Rzeznik | |||
| Producer(s) | Rob Cavallo, Goo Goo Dolls | |||
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Track listings
U.S. Promo CD
- "Big Machine" - 3:10
Australian CD Single
- "Big Machine" - 3:10
- "Black Balloon" - 4:01
- "Broadway" - 3:50
Live versions
The song was performed live as the opener for the band's Independence Day concert, and was filmed for the Live in Buffalo: July 4th 2004 DVD release.
Chart positions
| Chart (2002) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 64 |
| U.S. Billboard Adult Top 40 | 10 |
| U.S. Billboard Pop Songs | 31 |
| U.S. Billboard Radio Songs | 69 |
| Australia (ARIA Charts) | 77 |
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