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I'm Billy Milano,
I'm a bold courageous man.
He is, he is, yes, yes, he is.
A knight without armour in a bold savage land.
He is, he is, yes, yes, he is.
I protect all fair maidens and damsels in distress.
He does, he does, yes, yes, he does.
I'll try and comfort you, but first take off your dress.
You're good, you're good, oh so, so good.
I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis.
Sometimes I'm James Dean.
We are M.O.D. and we are on Megaforce. (Jon Z).
Not just a record label, a guiding light - we're never lost. (Jon Z).
Jon and Marsha manage,
Jeff and Leslie book our shows. (Jon Z).
We write the songs and play the town and make friends on the road. (Marsha screaching).
I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis.
Sometimes I'm James Dean.
I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis.
Sometimes I'm James Dean.

I'm Billy Milano, I'm a bold courageous man.
He is, he is, yes, yes, he is.
A knight without armour in a bold savage land.
He is, he is, yes, yes, he is.
I protect all fair maidens and damsels in distress.
He does, he does, yes, yes, he does.
I'll try and comfort you, but first take off your dress.
You're good, you're good, oh so, so good.
I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis.
Sometimes I'm James Dean. (... And Tom Cruise).





Meaning: M.O.D. & Family.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to M.O.D.'s Theme Song are a playful and humorous description of lead singer Billy Milano's tough-guy persona. He portrays himself as a bold, courageous knight in a savage land, protecting damsels in distress and looking out for his bandmates. However, his machismo is undercut by his admission that he also has a soft, sensitive side - he offers to comfort a woman but immediately asks her to take off her dress. Milano also likens himself to two iconic Hollywood stars, Elvis Presley and James Dean, emphasizing his cool, rebellious image.


The lyrics also mention the band's association with Megaforce Records and their managers, Jon and Marsha Zazula, as well as their booking agents, Jeff and Leslie. Overall, the Theme Song is a lighthearted and self-referential anthem that celebrates M.O.D.'s tough-guy image and their place in the metal world.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm Billy Milano, I'm a bold courageous man.
Billy Milano is introducing himself as a brave and daring person.


He is, he is, yes, yes, he is.
The statement is repeated, emphasizing that he is indeed a bold and courageous man.


A knight without armour in a bold savage land.
Comparing himself to a chivalrous knight, he navigates through a harsh and dangerous world without protection.


He protects all fair maidens and damsels in distress.
His bravery comes through as he shields and defends women who are in trouble.


He'll try and comfort you, but first, take off your dress.
Though he can provide solace, he has ulterior motives for a woman to be undressed.


You're good, you're good, oh so, so good.
He praises a woman's beauty and is pleased with the opportunity to satisfy himself.


I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis.
He describes himself as being slender, vicious, and perverted, and compares himself to the famous singer Elvis Presley.


Sometimes I'm James Dean... and Tom Cruise).
Continuing his comparisons, he likens himself to handsome actors James Dean and Tom Cruise.


We are M.O.D. and we are on Megaforce. (Jon Z).
M.O.D. is a band signed to the record label Megaforce, with Jon Z serving as their guide.


Not just a record label, a guiding light - we're never lost. (Jon Z).
Jon Z is not just a record exec but also a beacon of hope for the band, leading them to success.


Jon and Marsha manage, Jeff and Leslie book our shows. (Jon Z).
Jon and Marsha handle band management while Jeff and Leslie secure performance opportunities.


We write the songs and play the town and make friends on the road. (Marsha screaching).
As a band, M.O.D. writes their own songs and performs live shows, building relationships along the way.


I'm lean, mean cruel, obscene, not only am I Elvis. Sometimes I'm James Dean...
The song ends with a repeat of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's personality traits and comparisons to famous icons.




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Written by: JAY BLUMENFIELD, SANDY SMALLENS, TIM QUIRK, TOMMY VINTON

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9EvilHater9 OLD SKOOL

I'm 50 and this album still kicks ass !

Brian B

Same. I completely forgot about this album.

Roland Deschain

They will be listening to this in 10,000 years, have not earthly idea what the fuck it means, but the energy will be all they need to understand.

Bored Dad

RIP Johnny z & Marsha. Class acts of metal

Bass Rabbit

Love Billy and that bassline!

Brick Players Union

Me and my boys performed this song in a lip sync contest in junior high in 1989. I was the drummer. We won 1st place!!

Huston31

Billy Milano is the man!

kirk olrech

Huston31 HE IS , HE IS, YES , YES ,HE IS!!!!!!!!

666elrey666

not only is he Elvis, sometimes he's James Dean

Jared Jenkins

A God among men.

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