Run-D.M.C. "Walk This Way" In 1986, two seemingly incompatible genres—hip-hop and rock—crashed into each other with explosive results. The result was Run-D.M.C.’s version of “Walk This Way,” a groundbreaking collaboration with Aerosmith that shattered musical boundaries and launched a cultural revolution. Originally a 1975 hard rock hit by Aerosmith, this reinvention redefined what was possible in popular music. Song Overview Run-D.M.C.’s “Walk This Way” stays true to the structure of the original while boldly injecting hip-hop energy and attitude. Aerosmith’s Joe Perry and Steven Tyler both participated in the new recording, adding live guitar riffs and vocals. The dynamic back-and-forth ...
