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.
The Temple
Foxy Shazam Lyrics
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And I'm a man, I know that too
So this might come as some surprise, a bit unusual
When I lay down the rules
You got my heart, now you want my body
Keep my cool, girl you lucky you's a hottie
Ain't no games that I play that you can win
If you want inside my temple I'm gonna have to let you in
You're holding out for sweet surrender, baby yeah
It won't be coming no time soon
Our love has just begun to simmer
And when it boils you'll be cooked through
You got my heart, now you want my body
Keep my cool, girl you lucky you's a hottie
Ain't no games that I play that you can win
If you want inside my temple I'm gonna have to let you in
Your eyes are filled with fire,
And your mouth is filled with cuss and I'm tired, baby, I'm tired
When I get home through the door and I walk into the kitchen
And I'm tired, tired, tired,
And I walk into the door and you're wearing that mad face on your head and I'm tired
Fuck you, baby
I'm the king
In my own world I am the king
Maybe not in your world but in my world I am the king
The song “The Temple” by Foxy Shazam seems to be about a man and a woman who are in a relationship. The lyrics suggest that the woman wants more physical intimacy than the man is comfortable with. Their love is just beginning, and the man is insisting that there are rules before they can progress to the next level of their relationship. He’s telling her that he’s not playing any games, and that if she wants inside his temple, she’ll have to play by his rules. This is a metaphor for her wanting to be more intimate with him.
The man seems to think highly of himself, referring to himself as the king in his own world. He’s trying to show the woman that he’s in charge of his own body and emotions, and he’s not going to let her manipulate him into doing something he doesn’t want to do. The lyrics are also a bit humorous and playful, giving the impression that the two are just teasing each other. Overall, the song is about trust and communication in a relationship, as the man is trying to establish boundaries and the woman is trying to break them.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a lady I know baby
I acknowledge that you are a woman
And I'm a man, I know that too
I acknowledge that I am a man
So this might come as some surprise, a bit unusual
What I'm about to say might be unexpected
When I lay down the rules
When I establish the guidelines
You got my heart, now you want my body
You've won my love, now you desire physical intimacy
Keep my cool, girl you lucky you's a hottie
I'm trying to remain composed, you're fortunate to be attractive
Ain't no games that I play that you can win
I don't engage in any activities that you can come out on top in
If you want inside my temple I'm gonna have to let you in
If you want to be intimate with me, I'll have to permit it
You're holding out for sweet surrender, baby yeah
You're waiting for me to fully give in to you
It won't be coming no time soon
It'll take some time before I give in completely
Our love has just begun to simmer
Our relationship is still in its early stage
And when it boils you'll be cooked through
Once we reach the peak of our relationship, you'll have me completely
Your eyes are filled with fire,
Your eyes are showing intense emotion
And your mouth is filled with cuss and I'm tired, baby, I'm tired
You're using profanity excessively and I'm exhausted
When I get home through the door and I walk into the kitchen
After I enter the house, go through the door and enter the kitchen
And I'm tired, tired, tired,
I'm extremely worn out
And I walk into the door and you're wearing that mad face on your head and I'm tired
When I walk in and see you looking angry, I'm even more exhausted
Fuck you, baby
An expression of anger
I'm the king
I'm powerful in my own little world
In my own world I am the king
I have control in my personal realm
Maybe not in your world but in my world I am the king
Perhaps not in your reality, but in my world I hold power
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES THORNTON II ADAMS, PETER TODD ADAMS, ALAN BONDURANT FARY, WARREN EDWARD HAWKINS
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DAVE SHRED MONSTER
This would make a great stripper song.😂
JackieKalli
everytime I hear this song the image of a stripper sliding from the top to the bottom of a pole pops up in my mind
DAVE SHRED MONSTER
Love it! Love it! Love it! Rock is Back!!!!
Happy Monster
So sad this guys are not playing anymore :(
Femdriss
They are! :D
ArinInQuotes
This is an older comment, but if you haven't heard, they're back together. No shows announced yet, but hopefully soon :)
Matteo D'Ambrosio
Sounds like early years Freddie Mercury!
Sieb Kelder Art
2:10 damn I had that stuck in my head like four months ago and I couldnt remember the song. I finally know im so fucking happy! 😂
Chaka
Yes, this is music with balls. I'm surprised that something like that could appeared in nowadays
JigglyVideos
The intro reminded me of Son and Daughter by Queen