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 Z’Nuff consisting of Chip Z’Nuff 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.
Missing you
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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Here I am without you
I can't go on I can't even think
I'm a man who can't do
What I need to do
To get over you
After all that we've been through
'Cause I'm wanting you
And I'm missing you
Oh, I'm missing you
You left with out a trace
And no one can take your place
'Cause I'm missing you
'Cause I'm missing you
I can't believe you're gone
How am I to carry on?
I love you and I need you so much
But you're tearing me apart
You've been so cold
You don't keep in touch
And all I want is a fresh start
And I hope that I do
Get over you
After all that we've been though
'Cause I'm wanting you
And I'm needing you
The lyrics in Enuff Z'Nuff's song "Missing You" describe the all too familiar feeling of heartbreak and longing for someone who has left without a trace. The singer expresses a deep need for a drink to ease the pain of missing their loved one who they cannot move on from. They feel lost and unable to continue without this person in their life. The lyrics convey the helplessness of the situation, as the singer cannot find a way to get over the person they are missing so deeply.
Furthermore, the singer emphasizes that the pain of missing their loved one is so great that nobody can replace them. They express their disbelief that the person they love is gone and describe how difficult it is to carry on without them. The singer openly confesses their love and need for the person they are missing, despite the fact that they are tearing them apart with their absence. The lyrics convey the longing and desperation for the return of this person, and the hope for a fresh start without the unbearable pain of missing them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm feelin' like I'm needin' a drink
I am overwhelmed with emotions and need a drink to cope.
Here I am without you
I am alone without you here.
I can't go on, I can't even think
I am unable to move on, and cannot think beyond the pain you've caused me.
I'm a man who can't do
I am a man who is incapable of doing what it takes to move on from you.
What I need to do
I know what I need to do, but I can't seem to accomplish it.
To get over you
I need to move past my feelings for you, but I can't seem to do so.
After all that we've been through
We have gone through so much together, and it's hard to accept that it's over.
'Cause I'm wanting you
I still want you in my life, despite the pain you've inflicted.
And I'm needing you
I need you in my life to feel whole and complete.
And I'm missing you
I feel the intense absence of your presence in my life.
Oh, I'm missing you
I am overwhelmed by my emotions and the reality of your absence in my life.
You left with out a trace
You left without any indication, and I am struggling to accept it.
And no one can take your place
No one else can ever replace the void you've left in my life.
'Cause I'm missing you
My emotions and thoughts continually return to your absence.
'Cause I'm missing you
I am suffering emotionally, and I struggle to find a way to move forward.
I can't believe you're gone
I am in disbelief that you are no longer a part of my life.
How am I to carry on?
I feel like my life has come to a halt, and I don't know how to move on.
I love you and I need you so much
My love for you is undying, and I need you to be happy and whole.
But you're tearing me apart
Your absence is tearing me apart emotionally.
You've been so cold
You've been distant from me, and it's hurtful.
You don't keep in touch
You don't reach out or keep in contact, and it's been difficult.
And all I want is a fresh start
I want to move on and begin a new chapter in my life without the pain and heartache of you.
And I hope that I do
I want to move forward and hope that I can do so.
Get over you
I need to move past the pain and heartache of our past relationship.
Contributed by Harper L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.