The band released three albums: "Spring Session M" (1982), "Rhyme & Reason" (1984) and "Color in Your Life" (1986). The band split in 1986 and the band members moved on to other projects. Warren Cuccurullo became the guitarist for Duran Duran and Dale Bozzio and Patrick O'Hearn each pursued solo careers. Terry Bozzio toured as the drummer for several rock musicians, including Steve Vai, Dweezil Zappa and Jeff Beck and later formed his own solo band.
Warren, Dale and Terry reformed Missing Persons in 2001 and performed several concerts throughout the United States. Terry Bozzio left the band in late 2001, and the band continued until 2003.
Cuccurullo and Dale Bozzio reformed Missing Persons once again in 2011 for a reunion tour.
As of 2013, Cuccurullo is no longer touring with Missing Persons. According to Dale Bozzio at the Tiki Room show in Costa Mesa, CA, Warren is suing the band for the image on their Spring Session M album. Terry Bozzio has changed drastically in appearance with much longer hair, a different colour (it used to be black) when compared to the Terry Bozzio Official page on Facebook. The keyboard player currently touring with them is Michael T. Ross who has also played with Lita Ford and Angel.
I Can't Think About Dancin'
Missing Persons Lyrics
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Lost in thoughts, shrink by your touch, frozen silent, not a sound
Through the music you can see that by a vision I have captured
The fever of the night is raging, I only dream of what comes after
We know the scheme is in the air, no camouflaged intentions
For starving hearts it never ends, so let's not be pretentious
I can't think about dancing, won't think about, I just think about you
I can't think about dancing, all I think about is you
I can't think about dancing, I only think about you, just think about you
Like the victim of the nightlife, so compelled to stay around you
Moving in electric silence, wondering what you'll lead me into
We know the scheme is in the air, no camouflaged intentions
For starving hearts it never ends, so let's not be pretentious
I can't think about dancing, won't think about, I just think about you
I can't think about dancing, won't think about, I just think about you
I can't think about dancing, all I think about is you
I can't think about dancing, I only think about you, just think about you
Can't think about dancing just think about you,
Can't think about dancing, just think about you
I can't think about dancing,
Can't think about dancing, just think about you
The song "I Can't Think About Dancin'" by Missing Persons is about the intense feelings of infatuation and obsession. The singer is completely captivated by someone who they feel has the power to lead them into any experience, no matter how dangerous or reckless, and they are completely powerless to resist. The singer is lost in thought and silent, frozen and motionless like a statue. They are completely focused on the object of their desire, and cannot even entertain the idea of dancing or enjoying themselves with anyone else.
Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize the power that the object of the singer's obsession holds over them. They are drawn to this person like a moth to a flame and cannot resist them, even if it means putting themselves in danger or sacrificing their own happiness. The lyrics also suggest that the singer is aware of the unhealthiness of their obsession, but they are unable to break free from it.
Overall, "I Can't Think About Dancin'" is a song about the intensity and overwhelming nature of infatuation. The singer is completely consumed by their feelings for someone and is unable to think about anything else or enjoy themselves in any other way.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a statue in the light, a witness in the empty crowd
I am standing still in the middle of the lit-up dance floor, seeing but not interacting with those around me.
Lost in thoughts, shrink by your touch, frozen silent, not a sound
I am distracted by thoughts of you, your touch makes me feel small and powerless, and I am unable to speak or move.
Through the music you can see that by a vision I have captured
Watching me, you can see that I am inspired by the music and have a hopeful vision of what may happen.
The fever of the night is raging, I only dream of what comes after
The excitement and anticipation of the night is high, and I can only imagine what will happen next.
We know the scheme is in the air, no camouflaged intentions
There is a plan that everyone can sense, and nobody is hiding their motives.
For starving hearts it never ends, so let's not be pretentious
People who are lonely are always looking for love, so we shouldn't pretend we're not searching for it too.
I can't think about dancing, won't think about, I just think about you
I am so focused on you that dancing is not on my mind at all.
Like the victim of the nightlife, so compelled to stay around you
I am a slave to the allure of the nighttime and I can't resist staying near you.
Moving in electric silence, wondering what you'll lead me into
We move around each other in a charged atmosphere, and I am curious about where you will take me.
Can't think about dancing just think about you
My mind is consumed with thoughts of you and I can't focus on dancing.
I can't think about dancing,
The idea of dancing is completely absent from my thoughts.
Can't think about dancing, just think about you
I am incapable of thinking about anything other than you and dancing is not important.
I can't think about dancing, all I think about is you
My entire focus is on you and dancing doesn't even register.
I can't think about dancing, I only think about you, just think about you
My thoughts are wholly occupied with you and dancing is not worth considering.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: TERRY JOHN BOZZIO, DALE F. BOZZIO, WARREN CUCCURULLO, PATRICK O'HEARN
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Michele Live And In Color
I had the pleasure of actually meeting Dale several years back in San Diego. Told her how I wanted to 'be' her when I was a kid....I could tell it really touched her. She is so under-rated! Love this woman!!! She was then what Lady Gaga is now...but people don't remember THIS Queen...and that makes me sad. :(
Keith Bornzin
I wanted to be Terry and had every issue of Modern Drummer he was in (5-6) bc his "take" on how drums are colors & cymbals are higher frequencies which communicate with spirits that have always existed, in regards to the Drum being thee oldest instrument. Also, Indigenous Tribal Elders i met in Arizona taught me that if one can say IT, they can play IT. In closing, I finally got to meet Terry & set up his Kit, for a Clinic he held in 1998! Dreams DO come TRUE & ALL the newer generation of Power Females, def OWE SOOO MUCH to Dale's Pioneering Influences! Especially the Home Made Plastic Clothes, Hair, face makeup, etc.! Right On Sistah!
Keith Bornzin
NAILED IT! DALE was my H.S. heartthrob while Terry my BIGGEST Influence on Drums! They have gotten me thru Life's Rollercoaster sooo many times! All the "Loud/Crazy" dressed up Gals in music now? NO Contest! iVIVA M.P.!
Fernando Gonzalez
I'd rather like to believe she's WAY BETTER (no offense) than"lady CACA,"due largely to lady being a CORPORATE PUPPET. Beautiful Dale was a Playboy model. And that signature vocal style will ALWAYS be 1of a kind. Her singing kicked my puberty in high gear when I saw the video"Words."I regret that I didn't get a chance to see them in their prime.
Steve Rush
ATTENTION,,,, I think that girl was so beautiful! Very sexy! She out done. CHER. And Cher has nothing on her.. she was absolutely phenomenal! So unique in Her Style.. I thought she was the best of the best.. people were too high back in the day and did not give her the respect she deserved.. and all this is the truth
joshua caro
@Starclear International - Jeffrey Seelman one of the least interesting songs , but such a great band ! and great artists . Can U imagine , i live in Belgium , Nobody knew them at all back than ! still listen , that is why I ended up here !
pacus1970
So original... Where we were teenagers we were so lucky to be there... Living the real thing
Michael Ross
Missing Persons was one of the best bands ever. Dale is a frickin' music genius, and still kicking ass on tour.
#donteatyellowsnow
MrAero164
White Frost much?
terrypussypower
A band forged from the Frank Zappa School Of Music! Both my all time favourite Zappa bassist (Patrick O'Hearn) and Zappa drummer (Terry Bozzio) in the one band, not to mention Warren Cuccurullo and Dale Bozzio!