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.
Right by Your Side
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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We've got a threat in our lives.
Sometimes so strong we can't control it,
Oh how we ever survived.
We need some things to bring us up,
And then some things to bring us down.
That's the one thing about love,
It'll always be around.
I'll be right by your side,
When the gray turns to blue.
I'll be right by your side,
For the rest of my life.
Some days the whole thing seems much clearer,
Some days are better than some.
As we grow farther we grow nearer.
Oh honey, I'll be the one.
The one to take you by the hand,
And take you where you want to go.
Who'll try to make you understand,
And show you things you've gotta know.
Repeat Chorus.
I just want you to know now,
I'll never let you go now.
I needed you to see,
Just what you mean to me.
I just want you to feel
What's waiting here is real,
I'll be right by your side.
In Enuff Z'Nuff's song Right by Your Side, the lyrics speak about the ups and downs of a relationship and how love will always be present even in the midst of difficulties. The song's melody and lyrics are remarkably optimistic and inspiring as it deals with the struggles that arise in every relationship. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, by acknowledging that there are problems in the relationship but still believing in each other to overcome them. The struggles are not just limited to the relationship; there are elements outside of the relationship contributing to this threat.
The lyrics in Right by Your Side speak of a never-ending love that will always be there no matter what happens. The lyrics describe the different phases of the relationship, from uncertainty to clarity, and from closeness to distance only for their love to grow stronger. The chorus repeats the singer's commitment to staying by their partner's side in every situation. The last lines of the song signify a promise to always stay together and never let the other person go. With such an emotional and romantic message, Right by Your Side remains one of Enuff Z'nuff's most beloved songs.
Line by Line Meaning
We've got our troubles and we know it,
We are aware of the problems we have.
We've got a threat in our lives.
Our lives are threatened.
Sometimes so strong we can't control it,
There are times when we cannot handle the situation.
Oh how we ever survived.
We do not know how we managed to survive.
We need some things to bring us up,
We require things to uplift us.
And then some things to bring us down.
We also require things to bring us down from our high moments.
That's the one thing about love,
The characteristic of love is that
It'll always be around.
it will always be present.
I'll be right by your side,
I will always be there for you
When the gray turns to blue.
Especially when things are not going well.
For the rest of my life.
I will always stand by you.
Some days the whole thing seems much clearer,
On some days, everything is more clear.
Some days are better than some.
Some days are better than others.
As we grow farther we grow nearer.
As we grow older, we become closer together.
Oh honey, I'll be the one.
I am the one who will always be there for you.
The one to take you by the hand,
I will take you with me
And take you where you want to go.
to wherever you desire to go.
Who'll try to make you understand,
I will always try to make you understand.
And show you things you've gotta know.
I will also show you the things that you ought to know.
I'll never let you go now.
I will never let you go away from me.
I needed you to see,
It is important for you to understand
Just what you mean to me.
how much you mean to me.
I just want you to feel
It's my only desire that you feel
What's waiting here is real,
that what is there for you is tangible and genuine.
I'll be right by your side.
And I am always standing here with you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DONALD VANDEVELDE, DONALD VIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Banda: ENUFF Z'NUFF
Origem: BLUE ISLAND (Illinois/Estados Unidos)
Álbum: ANIMALS WITH HUMAN INTELLIGENCE (ANIMAIS COM INTELIGÊNCIA HUMANA)
Lançamento: 09/03/1993
Produção: RICHIE ZITO
Composição: DONNIE VIE
Gravadora: ARISTA
Vocal/guitarra base/piano: DONNIE VIE
Guitarra solo: DEREK FRIGO
Baixo: CHIP Z'NUFF
Bateria: VIK FOXX
BEM AO SEU LADO
Nós temos nossos problemas e sabemos disso
Nós temos uma ameaça em nossas vidas
Às vezes tão forte que não podemos controlar
Oh, como nós sempre sobrevivemos
Precisamos de algumas coisas para nos levantar,
E então algumas coisas para nos derrubar.
Essa é a única coisa sobre o amor,
Ele sempre estará ao redor.
Eu estarei ao seu lado,
Quando o azul virar cinza.
Eu estarei ao seu lado,
Para o resto da minha vida.
Alguns dias tudo parece muito mais claro,
Alguns dias são melhores do que alguns.
Enquanto nós crescemos mais nós crescemos mais próximos.
Oh querida, eu serei o único.
O único para levá-la pela mão,
E levá-la onde você quiser ir.
Quem vai tentar fazer você entender,
E mostrar-lhe coisas que você precisa saber.
Eu só quero que você saiba agora,
Eu nunca vou deixar você ir agora.
Eu preciso de você para ver,
Basta que você significa para mim.
Eu só quero que você sinta
O que está esperando aqui é real,
Eu estarei ao seu lado
@RockandRollsince1992
They're soooo under-rated. Wish more people knew about this band.
@totokp9
2020.... Still have this song in my phone, and still listening to it
@jeffreyMagnum460
This song was playing at our wedding reception, awesome songs
@takec3758
Me,too!
@jeffreyzipaquira4122
Enuff Z'nuff...this band saves my life
@BillyLeeGoodman
Mine too!
@gagahksatria1539
Yes, agree
@VoviqueTOcean414
I watched one of my favorite bands growing from glam to highest mastery of songwriting. I'm happy that so many of us still appreciate these guys' talent!
@thrasher66613
This song should’ve been a bigger hit than it was. Fly High Michelle hit #47 on the Billboard Hot 100 and New Thing peaked at #67. Enuff Z’Nuff is easily the most underrated band of the late 80s and early 90s.
@marcofalzone6469
And Teenage Fanclub