The band soon grew a live following and recorded their first demo songs, some of which would be officially released later in their career. The band's first single, "Fingers On It", received some minor recognition when it was featured in the 1986 movie Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer. Band members during this period also included drummer B.W. Boeski and guitarists Gino Martino and Alex Kane.
The group has released twelve studio albums as well as five live albums as of 2014, and they're perhaps best known for their hit singles "Fly High Michelle" and "New Thing" from their self-titled debut album, tracks that remain classic rock favorites. Despite becoming popular during the glam metal movement of the 80s, the band has little in common with many of those artists and has continued to record and tour since its formation, with the group being notable for its internal songwriting (influenced by classic pop such as The Beatles).
Coming out the gate with 1989's 'Enuff Z'nuff', the group received critical praise, with Allmusic saying that the band "deserves more respect than they'll probably ever receive." The album hit the #74 slot on the Billboard 200 top albums chart, with "Fly High Michelle" and "New Thing" both being top 40 hits on the Mainstream Rock chart. Sadly, though musically being inspired by bands such as Cheap Trick, Enuff Z'nuff's record label decided to present them in garish, tie-die outfits and foster a related glam image that the group resented.
There was more band member shuffling in May 2014 when guitarist Tory Stoffregen and drummer Randi Scott each left the band. Drummer Erik Donner joined on drums in June, while Enuff Z'Nuff continued touring as a 3-piece. In April 2016, the band continued with Chip Z'nuff as the lead singer, Tory Stoffregen back on lead guitar, Tony Fenelle (Ultravox) on guitar and Daniel B. Hill on drums.
Enuff Z'nuff released an album of older, previously unreleased original material in late 2016, titled Clowns Lounge. It mainly features demo material from studio sessions originally recorded in 1988 and 1989. Enuff Z'nuff released an album of new material with Chip Z'nuff on lead vocals, Diamond Boy, in 2018.
Enuff Z'Nuff released their 15th studio album, named Brainwashed Generation on July 10, 2020. In August 2021, a 3-CD set of formerly unreleased demo recordings titled Never Enuff was released.. A new cover album, Hardrock Nite, released on November 12, 2021 is a Beatles tribute record.
Enuff ZβNuff consisting of Chip ZβNuff on lead vocals and bass, Tory Stoffregen and Tony Fennell on guitars, and Dan Hill on drums will be releasing their new studio album Finer Than Sin on November 11, 2022.
Black Rain
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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Ain't no fun when it gets inside your head.
Red sun come, better get inside.
Wrong impression then one night you're dead.
I said...
Black rain (black rain).
Black rain (black rain).
A frozen heart and a mind insane
Another ride on the honor train
Could change the world into death in the black rain.
Pretty little singing boy
Just became a brand new toy, oh my.
Pretty little singing boy,
One you may have just destroyed your life.
No lie...
Black rain (black rain).
Black rain (black rain).
The lyrics to Enuff Z'Nuff's song Black Rain paint a vivid image of the danger that lurks in the aftermath of a nuclear explosion. The "red sun" is a reference to the mushroom cloud that forms after an atomic bomb blast, and the "black rain" is the radioactive fallout that follows. The lyrics warn that the fallout can get inside your head, and result in a mind that's both "frozen" and "insane." The song continues with a warning that a single wrong impression can lead to one's demise in the black rain. The final verse alludes to the idea of military men going off to war on an "honor train" but returning home to a world that's been transformed into death.
The lyrics to Black Rain deal with the devastating effects of nuclear weapons and their aftermath. The song underscores the message that war has devastating effects and that nuclear weapons are especially destructive. This is underscored by the use of the ominous imagery of the "red sun" and "black rain." Nuclear war has the power to change the world and leave nothing but death and destruction in its wake. The song is delivered with an urgency and intensity that is appropriate for its subject matter. The lyrics warn that even a single wrong impression can lead to one's downfall in the black rain.
Line by Line Meaning
Black Rain Red sun come, better run and hide.
The sign of danger is here, it's time to find shelter and protect yourself.
Ain't no fun when it gets inside your head.
The danger can affect your thoughts and emotions, making it a scary and burdensome experience.
Red sun come, better get inside.
The call for safety is urgent, and it's crucial to find protection as soon as possible before it's too late.
Wrong impression then one night you're dead.
A false sense of security can lead you to believe that you're safe, but in reality, you're in great danger - the result of which can be fatal.
I said...
The artist is addressing the listener, emphasizing the importance of the message in the lyrics.
Black rain (black rain).
The danger is represented by the black rain - a symbol of destruction and death.
A frozen heart and a mind insane
A state of emotional and mental distress caused by the fear and severity of the danger at hand.
Could come unglued in the wet of the black rain.
The danger can break the individual apart, causing them to lose their sense of self and break down in the midst of the black rain.
Another ride on the honor train
Taking another risk may seem honorable, but it can lead to disastrous consequences.
Could change the world into death in the black rain.
The dangers of taking a risk can be catastrophic - leading to death or other fatal outcomes.
Pretty little singing boy
Addressing the person who represents innocence, vulnerability, and purity - and therefore, more susceptible to harm in the black rain.
Just became a brand new toy, oh my.
The individual is now in the hands of fate, powerless against the dangers that may come their way.
One you may have just destroyed your life.
The outcome of the danger may have life-altering consequences, leading to the individual's ruin.
No lie...
The singer emphasizes the truth and reality of the situation, increasing the urgency and seriousness of the message.
Black rain (black rain).
The refrain reiterates the title's significance and meaning, representing a sense of impending doom and danger.
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DONALD VANDEVELDE, DONALD VIE, CHIP ZNUFF
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