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Here’s the story:

• In the late 1990s, Streisand shared during a 20/20 interview that Brolin once told her while they were lying in bed:
  “I don’t want to fall asleep.”
  When she asked why, he replied:
  “’Cause I’ll miss you.”
• Legendary songwriter Diane Warren, known for crafting numerous hit ballads, was watching that interview.  She thought the sentiment was beautiful and wrote down the phrase, which later became the basis for the song’s title and chorus, highlighting her role in shaping iconic music.
• When the movie Armageddon needed a theme song, Warren developed the idea into a whole composition, starting with the chorus to capture the urgency of love in the face of impending disaster.  Aerosmith recorded it, and it became their first and only U.S. No. 1 hit, earning an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song and going multi-platinum worldwide.

“I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” performed globally:

Chart Performance

• United States:
• Debuted at #1 on Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for four consecutive weeks (Aerosmith’s only U.S. No. 1 hit).  
• United Kingdom:
• Peaked at #4 on the Official Singles Chart and spent 64 weeks in the Top 100.
• Other Countries (Peak Positions):
• Australia, Ireland, Norway: #1
• Germany, Austria, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Philippines: #1
• Also charted strongly in Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and more.  

Sales & Certifications

• U.S.: Certified 5× Platinum by the RIAA (over 5 million units).
• UK: Sold over 2 million copies.
• Digital Era: Over 5.8 million downloads and ringtones worldwide, making it one of Aerosmith’s biggest digital hits.

Awards & Recognition

• It was also recognized critically, earning a Nomination for Best Original Song at the 71st Academy Awards (1999), underscoring its Impact in film and music circles.

“Highlights:

• #1 in the U.S., Australia, Ireland, Norway, Germany, Austria, Italy, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.
• #4 in the United Kingdom.

Conclusion: The Enduring Legacy of a Power Ballad

“I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” stands as more than just a chart-topping hit—it’s a cultural phenomenon that bridged generations and genres.  Written by Diane Warren and immortalized by Aerosmith, the song captured a universal sentiment: the fear of losing precious moments with someone you love.  Its release alongside Armageddon amplified its emotional weight, pairing the urgency of global catastrophe with the intimacy of human connection.

Commercially, the track was a triumph, topping charts across continents and earning multi-platinum certifications worldwide.  For Aerosmith, it marked a career milestone—their first and only U.S. No. 1 hit—cementing their relevance in an era dominated by pop and alternative rock.  Beyond the numbers, its influence persists in weddings, movie soundtracks, and playlists celebrating timeless love songs.

More than two decades later, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” remains a testament to the power of a single inspired phrase, transformed into a melody that resonates across cultures and generations.  It reminds us that in a world of fleeting moments, the desire to hold on—not to miss a thing—is as enduring as music itself.