Big Machine (Goo Goo Dolls song)


"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.

Track listings

U.S. Promo CD
  1. "Big Machine" - 3:10
Australian CD Single
  1. "Big Machine" - 3:10
  2. "Black Balloon" - 4:01
  3. "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 DVD release.

Chart positions

Chart Peak
position
U.S. Billboard Hot 10064
U.S. Billboard Adult Top 4010
U.S. Billboard Pop Songs31
U.S. Billboard Radio Songs69
Australia 77