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 ZโNuff consisting of Chip ZโNuff 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.
Kitty
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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All right
I just can't kiss her after all she's done
But the guys all dig her so I lead her on
If I could just not call her 'til my hair was long
I'd be a knocked out rocker
And I'd prove her wrong
She'd make it so damn easy
After 15 minutes on the telephone.
You know she don't try talkin'
She just piss and moan
See the way it's all goin'
Glad to be alone
Ki-Ki-Ki-Kitty
There's a new kid in town
And he's just trying to look pretty
Why are you putting him down?
Ki-Ki-Ki-Kitty
We need a whole lot more
What we got is a pity
What we're doin' is a
Ch-ch-ch ore-ore-ore
The cops are driving by here every night
You know the neighbors don't like it
And you know they're right
If I don't come home I just expect a fight
See you talks real heavy
But your words are light
You know you're looking much better
Than you have in years
You've done a good job covering up
All your fears
And with your face all smiles
When you're out for beers
Hope it gets more for ya
Than it got you here
Ki-Ki-Ki-Kitty
There's a new kid in town
And he's just trying to look pretty
Why are you putting him down?
Ki-Ki-Ki-Kitty
We need a whole lot more
What we got is a pity
What we're doin' is a
Ch-ch-ch ore-ore-ore
The lyrics to Enuff Z'Nuff's "Kitty" describe a complicated relationship dynamic between the singer and a woman he refers to as "Kitty." On one hand, he is clearly attracted to her, as he acknowledges that "the guys all dig her" and expresses a desire to be a "knocked out rocker" who can prove her wrong. However, he also seems to feel conflicted about their relationship, as he admits that he can't bring himself to kiss her after "all she's done." Part of this conflict may stem from the fact that Kitty is not an easy person to be around - she doesn't engage in meaningful conversation, but instead "piss[es] and moan[s]" and generally causes issues for the singer.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of societal pressure and the ways in which people are judged by their peers. The singer seems to feel like he has to lead Kitty on in order to fit in with his friends, who are all drawn to her. Similarly, he notes that there's a sense of competition amongst his neighbors, who disapprove of the singer's activities and are likely judgmental of Kitty as well.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah
Expressing eagerness or enthusiasm.
All right
Agreeing to something or acknowledging a situation.
I just can't kiss her after all she's done
Refusing to act romantic towards someone who has hurt the singer or lost their interest.
But the guys all dig her so I lead her on
Giving someone false hope or affection because of peer pressure or for selfish reasons.
If I could just not call her 'til my hair was long
Expressing a desire to avoid someone for a long time.
I'd be a knocked out rocker
Feeling like a successful musician.
And I'd prove her wrong
Showing someone that they were wrong about the singer in some way.
She'd make it so damn easy
Implying that someone is easy to manipulate or use.
Just to leave her home
Preferring to stay by oneself rather than spending time with someone else.
After 15 minutes on the telephone.
Finding it annoying or difficult to talk on the phone with someone.
You know she don't try talkin'
Noticing that someone does not make an effort to communicate well.
She just piss and moan
Complaining a lot about trivial things.
See the way it's all goin'
Noticing the direction something is heading.
Glad to be alone
Enjoying solitude.
Ki-Ki-Ki-Kitty
Calling out to someone or something with an onomatopoeic phrase.
There's a new kid in town
Referring to an unfamiliar person or situation.
And he's just trying to look pretty
Implying that someone is trying too hard to look good.
Why are you putting him down?
Questioning why someone is being criticized or insulted.
We need a whole lot more
Expressing a desire for something better or different.
What we got is a pity
Feeling unsatisfied or disappointed with the current situation.
What we're doin' is a ch-ch-ch ore-ore-ore
Suggesting that the current situation is a mess or chaotic.
The cops are driving by here every night
Noticing the presence of law enforcement in the area.
You know the neighbors don't like it
Aware of the disapproval of others around the singer.
And you know they're right
Agreeing with the criticism against the behavior or situation.
If I don't come home I just expect a fight
Anticipating an argument or confrontation with someone.
See you talk real heavy
Noticing that someone talks tough or boastfully.
But your words are light
Suggesting that someone's words are insubstantial or meaningless.
You know you're looking much better
Noticing an improvement in someone's appearance.
Than you have in years
Implying that someone has not looked good in a long time.
You've done a good job covering up
Implying that someone is hiding something or is not being honest.
All your fears
Suggesting that someone has many worries or anxieties.
And with your face all smiles
Noticing someone's false or insincere expressions of happiness.
When you're out for beers
Doing something social or frivolous like going out for drinks.
Hope it gets more for ya
Wishing someone more success or happiness in life.
Than it got you here
Suggesting that someone's current situation is not ideal or desirable.
Contributed by Alaina I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lord Lynx
Incredible Talented and very Melodic
Mike m.
This should have been a big hit