The New York Dolls were a rock group formed in New York City in 1971, now f… Read Full Bio ↴The New York Dolls were a rock group formed in New York City in 1971, now famous as a proto-punk band. Though they found limited success during their initial run, the New York Dolls prefigured much of what was to come in the punk rock era, particularly among other NYC bands such as the Ramones. And, even later; the Dolls' over-the-top crossdressing and sexual tone influenced the look of many glam metal groups, especially that of early Mötley Crüe and Poison, and their shambling and sloppy but highly energetic playing style set the tone for many later rock n roll bands.

Their self-titled album was an underground sensation, particularly with smooth 70s easy listening ruling the airwaves back then. Chrissie Hynde once commented that every punk band ("And I knew them all") had both New York Dolls albums, illustrating the Dolls' influence. Still, the original line-up experienced many problems, particularly with the mainstream record industry that didn't know what to do with the wild group. Upon their break-up, frontman David Johansen had a moderately successful solo career.

In 2004, the three surviving members reunited for some sporadic touring. In 2006, now down to two surviving members, the band released a new album, 'One Day It Will Please Us to Remember Even This'. Two albums followed after this: 'Cause I Sez So', in 2009, followed up by a revamped lineup for 2011's 'Dancing Backward in High Heels'.

Sylvain Sylvain died on January 13, 2021. He was 69 years old.

Final lineup
* David Johansen - vocals, harmonica (1971-1977, 2004-2011)
* Sylvain Sylvain - guitar, bass, piano (1971-1977, 2004-2011; died 2021)
* Claton Pitcher - guitar (2011)
* Kenny Aaronson - bass (2021)
* Brian Delaney - drums (2005-2011)

Past members
* Johnny Thunders (deceased) - guitar, vocals (1971-1975)
* Rick Rivets - guitar (1971)
* Arthur Kane (deceased) - bass guitar (1971-1975, 2004)
* Billy Murcia (deceased) - drums (1971-1972)
* Jerry Nolan (deceased) - drums (1972-1976)
* Blackie Lawless - guitar (1975)
* Peter Jordan - bass (1975-1977)
* Chris Robison - keyboards (1975-1977)
* Tony Machine - drums (1976-1977)
* Gary Powell - drums (2004)
* Steve Conte - guitar (2004-2010)
* Sami Yaffa - bass (2005-2010)
* Frank Infante - guitar (2010-2011)
* Brian Koonin - keyboards (2005-2006)
* Earl Slick – guitar (2011)
* Jason Hill – bass (2010–2011)

Ain't Got No Home / Dizzy Miss Lizzy
New York Dolls Lyrics

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I ain't got no home
No place to roam
I ain't got a home
No place to roam
I'm a lonely boy
I ain't got a home

I ain't got no sister

I ain't got a brother
I ain't got a father
Not even a mother
I'm a lonely boy
I ain't got a home

Well, I got a voice
And I love to sing
I can sing like a bird
And I can sing like a frog
I'm a lonely boy
I ain't got a home

I ain't got a girl
I ain't got a son
I ain't got no kin
I ain't got no one
I'm a lonely frog
I ain't got a home

Madam, take me in
Let me be your friend
Won't you take me in
Let me be your friend
I'm a lonely boy
I ain't got a home

Dizzy Miss Lizzy

(Williams)

You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
The way you rock and roll
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
When we do the stroll
Come on, Miss Lizzy
Love me before I grow too old

Come on, give me fever
Put your little hand in mine
You make me dizzy, dizzy Lizzy
Oh girl, you look so fine
Just a-rocking and a-rolling
Girl I said I wish you were mine

You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
When you call my name
H baby
Say you're driving me insane
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon baby
I want to be your lover man

Run and tell your mama
I want you to be my bride
Run and tell your brother
Baby, don't run and hide
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
Girl I want to marry you

Come on, give me fever
Put your little hand in mine, girl
You make me dizzy, dizzy Lizzy
Girl, you look so fine

You're just a-rocking and a-rolling
Oh I said I wish you were mine

Overall Meaning

The New York Dolls’ song Ain't Got No Home / Dizzy Miss Lizzy is a rock and roll classic that tells the story of a lonely boy who has no family or place to call home. The singer in the song sings about his struggles with loneliness and how he has nobody in his life except for his voice, which he uses to express his emotions, and for singing in a way that is reminiscent of a bird or frog. He also sings about his longing for love and companionship, describing how he is a lonely frog without a girlfriend, son, or anyone else to call kin.

Despite his despair, the singer continues to persevere and seek out human connection by asking Madam to take him in and become his friend. In the second part of the song, Dizzy Miss Lizzy, the focus shifts towards a woman who can make him feel dizzy and alive with her rock and roll moves. He is enchanted by her and wishes for her to be his lover and even his bride. The lyrics convey an underlying sense of longing and desire to find someone who can provide a sense of belonging and love.

Overall, the song is a testament to the power of music as an emotional outlet and the human desire for connection and community.

Line by Line Meaning

I ain't got no home
I don't have a place to live.

No place to roam
I don't have anywhere to go.

I'm a lonely boy
I'm sad and isolated.

I ain't got a sister
I don't have a sister.

I ain't got a brother
I don't have a brother.

I ain't got a father
I don't have a father figure in my life.

Not even a mother
I don't have a mother figure in my life.

Well, I got a voice
I have the ability to sing.

And I love to sing
I enjoy singing.

I can sing like a bird
I can sing just like a bird does.

And I can sing like a frog
I can also sing like a frog.

I ain't got a girl
I don't have a girlfriend.

I ain't got a son
I don't have a son.

I ain't got no kin
I don't have any family.

I ain't got no one
I don't have anyone in my life.

Madam, take me in
Please give me shelter.

Let me be your friend
I want to be friends with you.

Dizzy Miss Lizzy
The name of the person being addressed.

You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
You make me feel excited and energized, Miss Lizzy.

The way you rock and roll
The way you move and dance to the music.

When we do the stroll
When we dance together.

Come on, Miss Lizzy
Encouragement to dance and be fun.

Love me before I grow too old
Show me affection and care while I'm still young and energetic.

Come on, give me fever
Excite and energize me.

Put your little hand in mine
Hold my hand and be close to me.

Oh girl, you look so fine
You look amazing and attractive.

Just a-rocking and a-rolling
Dancing and having fun.

Girl I said I wish you were mine
Expressing desire to be in a romantic relationship.

When you call my name
When you address me verbally.

Say you're driving me insane
You're making me feel crazy with desire.

C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon baby
Urging to be closer and more intimate.

I want to be your lover man
Expressing desire to be romantically involved.

Run and tell your mama
Tell your mother about our relationship.

I want you to be my bride
Expressing desire to get married.

Run and tell your brother
Tell your brother about our relationship.

Baby, don't run and hide
Don't be afraid or shy about our relationship.

Girl I want to marry you
Expressing desire to marry and be together forever.

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Lukello De Stefano

9y↑1

I love this bootleg

Danny -O

me too ! Heard it first in 84, I love its urban sound, bells, echo, wrongs, its mindlessness, its rocking fury, the joyful overtones, the trooper drive of Johansen, ! I just love it !