"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.Gutterflower#"Big Machine"
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)PeakpositionAustralia (ARIA Charts)77Canada (Nielsen SoundScan)18
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