The band name originated from a slang phrase used by students at Eric Sean Nally's high school where Foxy Shazam meant "cool shoes". On February 7, 2010, their single Unstoppable was featured in Super Bowl XLIV.
In 2008, the band were named one of the 100 bands you need to know by Alternative Press. They toured with bands such as The Strokes, Bad Rabbits, and The Young Veins. In 2010, the band were placed on Spin's list of ten bands you need to know. Since then, they've appeared on TV programs such as the Daily Haibt. Also in 2010, vocalist Eric Nally helped write songs for Meat Loaf's album, Hang Cool Teddy Bear.
Foxy Shazam have previously toured with Hole and played this year's Lollapalooza festival. They've been appearing in more magazines supporting their latest release like Alternative Press and Spin. They played a 3 song set for The Daily Habit Show on Fuel.tv. They recently performed a 5 song set for shockhound.com. They also recently performed 3 songs acoustic for Spin Magazine, one of which was a brand new song entitled "I'm in love with a boy." The band performed a full set and interview on Chicago's JBTV in July 2010. The band have also performed a live an exclusive version of "oh Lord" for music discovery app and namesake Shazam.
Foxy Shazam's first album, The Flamingo Trigger is seen as a post-hardcore album, with some slight classical influences. The band more resembled peers such as Chiodos and The Fall of Troy. With their second release, Introducing, the band incorporated more genres into their sound, and even making ballads, though still with some post-hardcore influence. Their latest release, Foxy Shazam, has influences ranging from Gospel, Soul, and Glam Metal. The band continues to surprise fans by keeping themselves original.
A quote from lead singer, Eric Sean Nally: "When I listen to a Foxy Shazam record I think of Evel Knievel, Bruce Springsteen, my childhood, Van Morrison, my old friends from high school I don't talk to anymore, Elton John, the '50s, '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s and beyond, Iggy Pop and my first kiss. One of my favorite things to do when listening to my music is to close my eyes and picture a crowd of six million people all chanting "Foxy! Foxy! Foxy!" The lights go out and my band walks on stage. It gives me goose bumps. It all makes sense to me. When you listen to our record, think of your favorite things and it'll make sense to you as well. Foxy Shazam is not concerned with what category it falls into. We want to stand for our generation. We want to be the biggest band in the world. We want to be the Michael Jordan of Rock N' Roll."
Many media outlets compare the band to Queen and Meat Loaf because of their use of theatrics and over-the-tops lyrics. The band themselves have noted the similarities but believe that they are just all influenced by the same things. It's not always music that influences the band, it could even be a smell that triggers a memory.
Eric Sean Nally has said an album that influenced him was Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill. The magazine Alternative Press has compared the band to bands like Queen, My Chemical Romance, and The Darkness while also believing that the band has a very unique sound that should best be seen live.
Killin It
Foxy Shazam Lyrics
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It's always fun but I get scared of the climb
Will you catch my fall, catch my fall
The notes I play put a stain on my heart
Some songs I hate some I hate even more
I act a fool, am I the fool
So tell me Eric does it hurt? (not at all!)
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
The words I sing burn my throat as they leave
Desperate measures for these times are in need
Do you feel the same, it's such a shame
So tell me Eric does it hurt, hurt? (uh-huh)
So tell me Eric does it hurt? (not at all!)
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
We are not
Ordinary things
I wanna play it
A little bit louder now, a little bit louder now
A little bit louder now
A little bit louder now
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
The opening of Foxy Shazam's song "Killin' It" paints a picture of a person who is not afraid to take risks and live in the moment. The singer becomes scared of the climb while dancing on the ceiling but still asks, "Will you catch my fall?" which could be interpreted as a plea for help or an offer of trust. The line "The notes I play put a stain on my heart" could suggest that the singer feels a deep emotional connection to their music and that it affects them in a way that leaves a permanent mark.
As the song progresses, the singer seems to be struggling with their passions and the consequences of their actions, even using the terms "killing life like a one-way ticket to hell" and "I'm on a high going down." The chorus repeats three times and seems to be a desire to escape the sadness and burden that the character feels from the music they create. However, it is in the fourth and final repetition that the phrase "We are not ordinary things" is added. This line could be interpreted as the singer embracing their unique qualities and striving to use them to their full potential.
The bridge of the song is a plea for empathy and understanding, as the singer asks Eric if he feels the same pain and whether it hurts. Overall, "Killin' It" appears to explore the intersection of creativity and risk-taking, how it can be a powerful force but not without consequences or emotional turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
I go dancing on the ceiling sometimes
I like to have fun and let loose, but sometimes it can be scary
It's always fun but I get scared of the climb
Having fun can be great, but pushing myself to new heights can be intimidating
Will you catch my fall, catch my fall
I need someone to support and care for me when I push myself out of my comfort zone
The notes I play put a stain on my heart
Playing music is important to me, but it can also be emotionally draining and overwhelming
Some songs I hate some I hate even more
Some of the music I create can be challenging or even frustrating to work on
I act a fool, am I the fool
Sometimes I act impulsively or do things that others might see as foolish
So tell me Eric does it hurt, hurt? (uh-huh)
I'm asking Eric if he feels the same emotional pain I do
So tell me Eric does it hurt? (not at all!)
Eric doesn't seem to understand or care about my emotional pain
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm living life recklessly or dangerously, as if I have nothing to lose
I'm on a high going down, down, down
Although I'm enjoying the rush of excitement, I know it won't last
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
I want to escape from my negative emotions and find happiness
The words I sing burn my throat as they leave
Expressing my thoughts and emotions through music can be difficult and painful
Desperate measures for these times are in need
I'm feeling very overwhelmed and am willing to try anything to feel better
Do you feel the same, it's such a shame
I wish others could relate to my struggles and understand my pain
We are not Ordinary things
I feel like I'm unique or special in some way, different from everyone else
I wanna play it A little bit louder now, a little bit louder now
I want to express myself more boldly and loudly through my music
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm continuing to engage in unhealthy or dangerous behavior
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
My emotions are still overwhelming and I'm desperate for relief
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ALEX NAUTH, CHRISTOPHER SCHWARTZ, ERIC NALLY, JOHN FELDMANN, SCHUYLER WHITE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I go dancing on the ceiling sometimes
It's always fun but I get scared of the climb
Will you catch my fall, catch my fall
The notes I play put a stain on my heart
Some songs I hate some I hate even more
I act a fool, am I the fool
So tell me Eric does it hurt, hurt? (uh-huh)
So tell me Eric does it hurt? (not at all!)
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
The words I sing burn my throat as they leave
Desperate measures for these times are in need
Do you feel the same, it's such a shame
So tell me Eric does it hurt, hurt? (uh-huh)
So tell me Eric does it hurt? (not at all!)
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
We are not
Ordinary things
I wanna play it
A little bit louder now, a little bit louder now
A little bit louder now
A little bit louder now
I'm killing life like a one way ticket to hell
I'm on a high going down, down, down
I wanna wipe that sad sad feeling away
Down, down, down
Down, down, down
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