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.
Superstitious
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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A loser to your game
The people that you hung around
Have led you all astray
So don't be superstitious
This is your lucky day
There's a brand new situation
Seems you didn't have the grind
To get you through the line
But now you're stuck in overdrive
And all you need is time
So don't be superstitious
This is your lucky day
There's a brand new situation
You're the one that's here to stay
When all you want is drugs and money
Nothing can come quick enough
Everything in this world is funny
You've got to bear it all
Hold on and be tough
Seen you in the underground
A loser to your game
But now I think you'll stick around
And everyone will know your name
The lyrics in Enuff Z'Nuff's "Superstitious" are about a person who used to be a "loser" in the underground scene but has now made it through and is the "one that's here to stay." The singer encourages the singer to not be "superstitious" and to see this as their lucky day because they now have a brand new situation. They lacked the "grind" to get through the line and were stuck in "overdrive" but all they need is time. The chorus repeats the idea of this being a lucky day and a chance for a new start.
The second verse talks about how the singer used to only want drugs and money, but now they have to hold on and be tough. The singer once again mentions that they used to be a "loser" in the underground scene, but now they believe that the singer will "stick around" and be known by everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
Seen you in the underground
I have noticed you in the underground music industry
A loser to your game
You were unsuccessful in your previous attempts
The people that you hung around
You surrounded yourself with individuals who influenced your behavior
Have led you all astray
Their influence resulted in negative outcomes for you
So don't be superstitious
Do not allow irrational beliefs to impact your success
This is your lucky day
You have the potential to achieve success at this moment
There's a brand new situation
A new opportunity has arisen
You're the one that's here to stay
You have the potential to become a permanent fixture in the industry
Seems you didn't have the grind
It appears you lacked the dedication and hard work required
To get you through the line
To successfully navigate through the challenges
But now you're stuck in overdrive
You are now highly motivated and driven beyond the norm
And all you need is time
You require time to achieve your goals
When all you want is drugs and money
When your primary drive is for immediate pleasure and financial gain
Nothing can come quick enough
You are impatient and crave quick results
Everything in this world is funny
The unpredictability and irony of life is amusing
You've got to bear it all
You must endure and carry the burden
Hold on and be tough
Remain steadfast and resilient
But now I think you'll stick around
I believe you have the potential to persist and succeed
And everyone will know your name
You have the opportunity to gain recognition and fame
Contributed by Camilla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.