More Than a Feeling
"More Than a Feeling"
Close your eyes and drift away with Boston's timeless 1976 rock anthem, "More Than a Feeling"! The iconic lead single from their blockbuster debut album, this track defined 70s rock radio with its soaring vocals, signature guitar riff, and perfect blend of hard rock power and pop rock melody, making it an ultimate cruisin' classic.
- TITLE: More Than a Feeling
- BAND: Boston
- GENRE: Hard Rock, Pop Rock
- OTHER: Cruisin Classic
- RELEASEDAY: September 18
- YEAR: 1976
Released as the debut single from Boston's record-shattering self-titled 1976 album, "More Than a Feeling" became an instant phenomenon and massive chart success. Written and meticulously produced by Tom Scholz, its dynamic structure shifts seamlessly from gentle acoustic verses to powerful hard rock choruses, showcasing Brad Delp's incredible vocal range.
This quintessential 1976 classic rock track perfectly captures feelings of nostalgia triggered by music. Its unforgettable opening acoustic riff leading into powerful electric guitars, combined with soaring melodies, solidifies "More Than a Feeling" as one of rock's most enduring songs and a perfect cruisin' companion.
SONG MEANING: The song describes the powerful feeling of nostalgia evoked by hearing a familiar piece of music ("When I hear that old song they used to play"). This triggers vivid memories and emotions, specifically reminding the singer of a lost love named Marianne ("I see my Marianne walkin' away"), capturing that potent, bittersweet sense of longing that's "more than a feeling."
"Boston"
- TITLE: Boston
- ACTIVE: 1975–2017 (1975)
- BAND: Boston
"Feelin' Satisfied"
- TITLE: Feelin' Satisfied
- BAND: Boston
- GENRE: Hard Rock
- RELEASEDAY: November 27
- YEAR: 1979
