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.
Style
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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Ringing loud and strong for twenty years
If I would not have heard it long ago
The sound of music I would never know
All the way
Style must change
Some try to bring the devil back
Combat boots were meant to go to war
Hot mix's all I hear now anymore
All the way
Style must change
All the way
Style must change
Little children getting hooked on ways
Making life impossible for later days
Killing for some rocks stuffed in a tube
There's got to be some better things to do
In Enuff Z'Nuff's song "Style," they sing about the power of music and how it has influenced their lives for the past two decades. The lyrics imply that if they had not been exposed to music, they would not be the people they are today. The sound of music is ringing in their ears, and it has become a part of their identity. However, the lyrics suggest that they also recognize the need for change in the music industry. The line "all the way, style must change" implies a call to action for musicians to evolve and create new sounds.
The second half of the song takes a more critical perspective on societal issues. The lyrics mention the trend of people dressing in black and trying to bring the devil back, perhaps referring to the goth or emo subculture of the time. The line "combat boots were meant to go to war" could be a commentary on the desensitization of violence in popular culture. The verse about "little children getting hooked on ways" and "killing for some rocks stuffed in a tube" seem to refer to the drug epidemic and its impact on younger generations. The song implies that there must be better ways for people to live their lives and that we need to shift away from destructive behavior.
Line by Line Meaning
The sound of music ringing in my ears
I have been hearing the sound of music for a long time
Ringing loud and strong for twenty years
The sound of music has been very audible and consistent for a long time
If I would not have heard it long ago
If I had not discovered music a long time ago
The sound of music I would never know
I would not have known about the joy of music
Everybody wants to dress in black
A lot of people like to wear black clothes
Some try to bring the devil back
Some people try to revive the devil or devilish things
Combat boots were meant to go to war
Military boots were designed to be worn in combat situations
Hot mix's all I hear now anymore
I now hear a lot more of remixes, especially the hot ones
Little children getting hooked on ways
Young children are becoming addicted to certain lifestyles
Making life impossible for later days
This lifestyle is making it difficult for them to live in the future
Killing for some rocks stuffed in a tube
Some people are committing murder in order to acquire drugs
There's got to be some better things to do
There has to be more worthwhile activities than indulging in drugs and violence
All the way
Completely, thoroughly
Style must change
Fashion or trends must evolve and transform
Contributed by Taylor V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.