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Steven Tyler on his musical soulmate: “I’m not gay, but I love him”
Steven Tyler has described Aerosmith bandmate Joe Perry as his musical soulmate, while stressing that he does not mean the relationship romantically. The comment highlights the unusually close creative partnership at the heart of Aerosmith, whose songwriting and performance chemistry helped define the band’s long-running success.
Tyler and Perry have worked together for decades despite periods of conflict and separation within the group. Their relationship is often compared to other celebrated rock partnerships: personally turbulent at times, but central to the band’s sound and identity.
In short
- Tyler calls Joe Perry his musical soulmate
- He says the bond is not romantic
- Their partnership shaped Aerosmith
Explained simply
Aerosmith are an American rock band formed in Boston in 1970. Steven Tyler is the group’s singer, while Joe Perry is its lead guitarist; together, they have written many of the band’s best-known songs.
Their partnership has lasted for decades, though disagreements have at times led one or both to leave the band temporarily. Their shared songwriting and performances are a major part of Aerosmith’s sound and identity.