1. Pretty Boy Floyd is a glam metal… Read Full Bio ↴At least two bands have this name:
1. Pretty Boy Floyd is a glam metal band that formed in 1988 in Hollywood, California. After play only eight shows, they were snapped up by MCA Records. Starting out at the tail end of the 80s' sleazy rock scene, they're best known for their 1989 debut album 'Leather Boyz with Electric Toyz'.
Not too long ago, when a movement rose saying that rock was about having a good time, letting your hair down, and trying to create a little chaos and anarchy to have fun, four guys got together in Hollywood and formed a band. NYC guitarist Kristy Majors hooked up with west coast front man Steve Summers and laid the foundation for their dream band. They jammed, wrote songs together, and played constantly to get their sound right. The band chose the name “Pretty Boy Floyd” because it seemed to describe them well, being four teen toughs armed with guitar licks and teenage angst who set out to conquer the musical world.
The group signed to MCA records and released 'Leather Boyz with Electric Toyz', a 1989 album whose very name was a tongue-in-cheek tip of the hat to the group's glamorous heroes such as Kiss, the New York Dolls, and Sweet. Those previous bands had also believed that rock music wasn't just music, being part show, part spectacle, and part lifestyle (“a prostitute to be trumped up and tarted around like a band aid or cheap whore” in the words of David Bowie). The Howard Benson-produced album made a significant impact, being named one of the hottest albums of its genre by the 'Metal Edge' and 'Spin' magazines.
Pretty Boy Floyd landed on the cover of metal bible Kerrang! and their two Top 20 videos “I Wanna Be With You” and “Rock and Roll is Gonna Set the Night on Fire” hit MTV, back when MTV ran videos instead of reality shows. The band toured the world and were recognized as the kings of the Sunset Strip, breaking attendance records held by Van Halen and Warrant. Their album would go on to sell 750,000 copies worldwide.
As the new millennium rolled in, new music fans began to wonder what they had missed. While most Pretty Boy Floyd fans were at an age that you wouldn’t commonly associate with concert goers, a whole new breed of young fans who weren’t even out of school when the band first emerged began to rediscover their music. The original fans and the new fans meshed on their common ground - a love of Pretty Boy Floyd’s music, sleazy shows, and fun times. Never mind what the critics think, or what trends may have come and gone.
Having outlasted many of the critics who cried “they’ll never make it,“ Pretty Boy Floyd continues to record and tour the world. Their current lineup: Steve Summers - Vocals ~ Kristy Majors - Guitar ~ Criss 6 - Bass ~ Ben Graves - Drums
2. Canadian hard rock/glam metal band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada active in 1987-1990. They released Bullets & Lipstik EP in 1988 and Bullets & Lipstik LP in 1989. They eventually renamed the band to Tommy Floyd.
Shy Diane
Pretty Boy Floyd Lyrics
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And she smiles slow and shy
Well there's a mystery within her
That she keeps warm inside
Well she sits alone at the window
She walk with her head turned down
Would it hurt to let your feelings show
Oh sht Diane
Won't you come out tonight
Shy Diane
Don't be afraid to step out in sight
To live, to love
And have some fun while you're still young
And there's nothing that can hold you back
You're the only one
And we're all afraid of chances
We're all afraid to make a start
Don't dream of storybook romances, no
Take a chance don't waste your heart
-Chorus-
The only one
Tonight is right (Diane)
You are my star (Diane)
So let it go and let it show
'Cuz I wanna make you mine
Don't be shy, don't hide away this time
-Chorus-
Oh Diane
The song "Shy Diane" by Pretty Boy Floyd is about a girl named Diane who is very shy and introverted. The song talks about Diane's personality, how she talks with a whisper and rarely shows her emotions, but there's a mystery within her that she keeps hidden. The lyrics encourage Diane to step out of her shell and live life to the fullest by going out and having some fun while she's still young, and not to be afraid of taking chances and making a start. The singer wants to make Diane his, and he encourages her to let go and show her true self.
The song's message is one of positivity and encouraging people to let go of their fears and be themselves. It is an anthem for anyone who is shy or introverted and needs a push to step out of their comfort zone.
The melody of the song is upbeat and catchy, with a classic rock sound. The guitar riffs are prominent and energizing throughout the song, and the chorus is particularly uplifting.
Line by Line Meaning
Well she talks with a whisper
She speaks softly
And she smiles slow and shy
She smiles in a hesitant and reserved manner
Well there's a mystery within her
There's something enigmatic about her
That she keeps warm inside
Something she holds close and personal
Well she sits alone at the window
She spends time by herself, gazing out of the window
She walk with her head turned down
She walks with her head lowered
Would it hurt to let your feelings show
It might be worthwhile to express how you feel
And you could turn your world around
It could lead to positive changes
Oh Shy Diane
A call to Diane, who is shy
Won't you come out tonight
Come out and enjoy yourself tonight
Don't be afraid to step out in sight
Don't be scared of being seen or noticed
To live, to love
To experience and enjoy life and love
And have some fun while you're still young
Make the most of your youth
And there's nothing that can hold you back
No obstacle should stop you
You're the only one
You have control over your own life
And we're all afraid of chances
We're all scared of taking risks
We're all afraid to make a start
We're all hesitant when it comes to starting something new
Don't dream of storybook romances, no
Don't have unrealistic expectations of love like in storybooks
Take a chance don't waste your heart
Take a risk and don't let love pass you by
Tonight is right (Diane)
It's the perfect night for you, Diane
You are my star (Diane)
You are special and important to me, Diane
So let it go and let it show
Be yourself and don't be afraid to express it
'Cause I wanna make you mine
Because I want to be with you
Don't be shy, don't hide away this time
Don't hesitate or conceal yourself this time
Oh Diane
Calling out to Diane once again
Contributed by John J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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