Aerosmith - Angel (official Music Video) < HOT - 2024 >

Co-written by Steven Tyler and professional songwriter Desmond Child , the song was a deliberate pivot toward a polished, radio-friendly "power ballad" sound.

The music video, released on June 22, 1988, served as a critical component of Aerosmith’s late-1980s comeback. Directed by Marty Callner , the video supported the third single from their ninth studio album, Permanent Vacation . Production & Creative Direction Aerosmith - Angel (Official Music Video)

The video employs a blend of surreal imagery and standard rock video tropes. It features high production values with scenes including a guitarist on a deserted highway, the band in a back alley, and dramatic shots of smashing through a wall. released on June 22