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.
These Daze
Enuff Z'Nuff Lyrics
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Hiding behind the fears,
Of doing our own things so fast,
We took the days, we made them last.
And I know that we let it go way out of line,
But the main thing is hey,
We didn't lose our minds.
So good (so good). So fine (so fine).
I'll remember these days
For the rest of my life.
Long kisses in the halls.
Wasted behind the stalls.
Our chicks were hot, our cars were fast.
We took the days, we made them last.
Repeat Chorus.
We take the weekends
And throw them away.
We're cheek to cheek
When there's nowhere to stay.
The keg is cold and we're ready to play,
oh these days.
Enuff Z'Nuff's song "These Daze" is a nostalgic tune that reminisces about the good old days. The singer starts off by reflecting on how long the years have been and how they have been filled with fear. However, despite those fears, they were able to take control of their lives and make the most of it. The days were taken and made to last, and even though they may have lost track of it, they didn't lose their minds. The chorus emphasizes the singer's sentiment towards this period of his life, that it was so good, so fine, that he will never forget these days for the rest of his life.
The second verse takes us further deeper into the memory lane, with long kisses in the halls and wasted moments behind the stalls. The imagery of the chicks being hot and the cars being fast amplifies the idea of getting the most out of life while one still can. The days were meant to be enjoyed and were taken and made to last. The chorus repeats the same idea of these days being unforgettable, as they take the weekends and throw them away while being cheek to cheek, ready to play with the keg being cold.
Overall, "These Daze" is a song that evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and encourages us to live our lives to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
So very long, the years.
It has been a long time since we were young.
Hiding behind the fears,
We were afraid to be ourselves.
Of doing our own things so fast,
We wanted to live life to the fullest, quickly.
We took the days, we made them last.
We lived in the moment and enjoyed every day.
And I know that we let it go way out of line,
We went too far, but I understand.
But the main thing is hey,
However, what's important is,
We didn't lose our minds.
We didn't lose ourselves in the process.
So good (so good). So fine (so fine).
It was an amazing and beautiful time.
I will never let it leave my mind.
I will always hold onto these memories.
I'll remember these days
I will never forget these times.
For the rest of my life.
They will stay with me forever.
Long kisses in the halls.
Passionate kissing in the school hallways.
Wasted behind the stalls.
Getting high and intoxicated in the bathroom stalls.
Our chicks were hot, our cars were fast.
Our girlfriends were attractive, and our cars were impressive.
We take the weekends
We lived for the weekends.
And throw them away.
But we didn't necessarily use them wisely.
We're cheek to cheek
We were close, physically and emotionally.
When there's nowhere to stay.
Even when we had nowhere to go.
The keg is cold and we're ready to play,
We were always ready to party and have fun.
oh these days.
Oh, the memories we made.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DONALD VANDEVELDE, DONALD VIE, CHIP ZNUFF
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Flavio Renan
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/CHIP Z'NUFF
Gravadora: ARISTA
Vocal/guitarra base/piano: DONNIE VIE
Guitarra solo: DEREK FRIGO
Baixo: CHIP Z'NUFF
Bateria: VIK FOXX
NOS DIAS DE HOJE
Então, muito tempo, os anos
Escondendo-se atrás dos medos
De fazer nossas próprias coisas tão rápido
Nós pegamos os dias
Nós os fizemos durar
E eu sei que nós deixamos isso sair da linha
Mas o principal é
Nós não perdemos nossas mentes
Tão bom (tão bom). Tão bem (tão bem)
Eu nunca vou deixar isso sair da minha mente
Vou lembrar esses dias
Para o resto da minha vida
Beijos longos nos corredores
Desperdiçados atrás das barracas
Nossos filhotes estavam quentes
Nossos carros eram rápidos
Nós pegamos os dias
Nós os fizemos durar
E eu sei que nós deixamos isso sair da linha
Mas o principal é
Nós não perdemos nossas mentes
Tão bom (tão bom). Tão bem (tão bem)
Eu nunca vou deixar isso sair da minha mente
Vou lembrar esses dias
Para o resto da minha vida
Nós tomamos os fins de semana
E jogamos fora
Estamos de rosto colado
Quando não há nenhum lugar para ficar
O barril está frio e estamos prontos para jogar
Oh nos dias de hoje
Mikes Garage
Enuff Znuff is one of the most underrated bands of all time! So many killer songs! Love this song!
Randy Kong
ABSOLUTELY !!!!! RIGHT ON.
matosbeja2
Mikes Garage
So true! 😁
Great band.
Matthias
Killer band. Almost like Cheap Trick with Eddie VanHalen on guitar and John Lennon singing.
Glenn Coleman
Damn perfect description
Stuart F
This is probably my favourite song of theirs. It just sums up everything that they were about.....I miss those daze!
Michael Drayer
Love me some Enuff Znuff! Beatles meets Cheap Trick meets Van Halen - perfect blend of harmonies, unexpected key changes, catchy hooks and hard rock mayhem!
Thomas Johnson
This should have 1,000,000 + plays!
Drew Dog
Love it! Big chills! ❤️
Jock McTodger
Great band, awesome tunes