Former Angel keyboardist Gregg Giuffria was going to stage his comeback under the Angel banner, however former members of the band convinced him to use a different moniker. Giuffria named the new band after himself and recruited David Glen Eisley (vocals), Craig Goldy (ex-Rough Cutt, guitar), Rick Bozzo (bass) and Alan Krigger (drums). Bozzo would be replaced by Quiet Riot's Chuck Wright before recoding of the debut commenced. The self-titled debut album was an almost technically perfect recording, spawning the Top 20 hit "Call To The Heart" and turning the band members into stars in America while touring behind the newly reformed Deep Purple.
After the tour Goldy and Wright both left the band - Goldy would join Diver before moving on to Dio. Lanny Cordola was brought in on guitar and David Sikes took over bass duties for the second release Silk + Steel. Even though the new album followed in its predecessor's footsteps, sales were poor and the band was quickly dropped from their record label in 1987.
Kiss' Gene Simmons showed interest in signing the band that now included Giuffria, Cordola, Wright and Ken Mary on drums. However Simmons insisted on a name change, and thus House Of Lords was born.
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Giuffria Lyrics
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Lady Luck dealt me some bucks.
I'm gonna drink the night away.
Say bye bye, no more nine to five, I did my time.
So turn me loose, I got the juice.
I'm gonna draw me a line.
Draw me a line.
After all I've been through, I'm gonna want you.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance, dance with me.
Hey baby, don't say maybe, just have a shot on me.
You midnight eyes, tell me no lies, you know.
I know how to read you.
I want a wild night till the morning light.
So take me away.
Say no more. Just shut that door. Ooh, I just can't wait.
I just can't wait.
After all I've been through, I'm gonna want you.
After all I've been through, I know that you want it, too.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance, dance with me.
Ain't no reason to leave alone tonight.
Keep on dancing and hold on tight.
After all we been through.
I know what you want to do.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance, dance with me.
Baby, don't you leave me, leave me dancing alone.
Baby, don't you turn me away.
We're gonna keep on dancing till the morning light.
We're gonna keep on dancing.
Can you hear what I say? I say...
Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance
Whoo, Dance all night.
In Giuffria's song "Dance," the singer is celebrating the end of a long day and the start of a night of freedom. He asks for a drink and decides to spend his winnings on having a wild night. The chorus expresses his desire to dance all night with his lover, and he tries to convince her to join him. The verses are full of energy and excitement, as the singer implores his love interest to come with him and enjoy the night together.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has been through a considerable struggle, perhaps with work or other aspects of his life. He wants to unwind and let loose on the dance floor. He's eager to draw a line under his previous difficulties and start fresh with his newfound freedom. The language is very evocative of the spirit of the 1980s, with references to dancing, wild nights, and a sense of reckless abandon.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Mac, pour me a jack, it's been a long, long day.
I'm tired and I want a drink.
Lady Luck dealt me some bucks.
I made some money from gambling.
I'm gonna drink the night away.
I plan to consume a large quantity of alcohol tonight.
Say bye bye, no more nine to five, I did my time.
I'm leaving my job and never coming back.
So turn me loose, I got the juice.
I feel energized and ready to have fun.
I'm gonna draw me a line.
I'm going to party and enjoy myself to the fullest.
After all I've been through, I'm gonna want you.
I've had a tough time and now I need someone by my side.
After all I've been through, I know that you want it, too.
You've also been through a lot and I know you want to have fun with me.
Dance, dance all night, dance with me.
Let's party and dance together all night long.
Hey baby, don't say maybe, just have a shot on me.
Let me buy you a drink, don't hesitate.
You midnight eyes, tell me no lies, you know.
I see the truth in your eyes, don't lie to me.
I want a wild night till the morning light.
I want to have a crazy night full of excitement and fun.
So take me away. Say no more. Just shut that door. Ooh, I just can't wait.
Let's leave this place and have some private time together.
Ain't no reason to leave alone tonight.
There's no need to go home alone tonight.
Keep on dancing and hold on tight.
Let's keep dancing and enjoy each other's company.
Baby, don't you leave me, leave me dancing alone.
Please don't abandon me, I want to dance with you.
Baby, don't you turn me away.
Please don't reject me, I want to be with you.
We're gonna keep on dancing till the morning light.
We're going to continue dancing until the sun comes up.
Can you hear what I say? I say...
Do you understand me? I mean...
Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance, Dance
Let's keep dancing and having a good time.
Whoo, Dance all night.
Yay, let's dance for the entire night.
Lyrics © SGT GOLDY MUSIC
Written by: CRAIG GOLDY, DAVID EISLEY, GREGG GIUFFRIA
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