Walk This Way

About this song

Run-D.M.C. recorded this version with the members of Aerosmith rather than simply sampling the original, an idea that came from Rick Rubin. Joseph Simmons and Darryl McDaniels were initially opposed to the idea before agreeing to go ahead. The song became a smash hit, making Run-D.M.C. the first hip-hop group to reach the Billboard top 5 and helping revive Aerosmith's career.

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Fun facts

• It's actually a cover of “W”.
• Sampled in 6 other songs, like “CBGB by June Beshea”.
• Covered once, including “Walk This Way by Ja Rule (Ft. Nelly & Sum 41)”.
• Written by Joe Perry and Steven Tyler.
• Produced by Jam Master Jay, Rev Run, Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons.