Their sound is instantly recognisable in their production hard-hitting grooves accompanied by crisp drum layers & undeniable dancability. It’s this infectious sound that won them 'Best Single' in The Bass Music Awards 2015 and saw them nominated for ‘Best Breakthrough Act’ at the DJ Mag Awards in 2016 & see’s them rated in the top 50 house acts in the world in 2018 on Beatport.
Already notching up two UK Top 40 singles as well as going gold in numerous countries, Tough Love have continued to demonstrate their production and songwriting prowess with a string of big dance records. Having previously been signed to the most influential major & independent record labels around including Madtech, Mother, Nervous, Toolroom, Nothing Else Matters, Sweat It Out, Sony Columbia, Island & Warner.
They also have their own successful imprint Get Twisted which has had a steady flow of quality house cuts since 2012. Tough Love strike the ultimate balance of releasing big dance records whilst still being part of the respected underground scene. Support regularly comes from the dance music tastemakers at BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra, Kiss & Capital, with massive radio support from big names including Annie Mac, Danny Howard, MistaJam and DJ Target. As well as key features in the likes of Mixmag, DJ mag, Insomniac & Complex to name just a few.
2) Tough Love was a reformed version of local hard rock legends, the all-female rock band Bitch. Whose then guitarist Lorrie Kountz wanted to change the band’s name to Tough Love, to any avoid censorship and achieve accessibility on any commercial formats. Tough Love would release their first single in 1984, two years after Bitch’s debut album, America’s Sweethearts. Tough Love as a band in their infancy was similar to Bitch however a change in line up was the only difference, with only three members remaining. Fronted by the hypnotic vocals of Nancy Davis, the one constant member in a long line of member changes, hailed for her perfect pitched Pat Benatar-esque vocals that collaborated well with guitarists Berni Popiolek, who left the band before their debut single, and Gerre Edinger a true guitar virtuoso that could have easily originated the now famous phrase “guitar shredder”. The rhythm section consisted of drummer Leslee Kaye, the last remaining original Bitch member, and bassist Deanna Rose. This line-up would release the band’s 1984 single Dizzy/Romantic Fever, which featured Tom Orsi on keyboards shortly before being replaced by Laura Jerri Bolton. The debut single was a strong effort and engineered by the famed Phil Bonnano, however its keyboard driven overlays overshadowed the guitar genius of Gerre Edinger, but a shift in musical style would take place soon after leaving the band’s overall sound much more guitar driven. Tough Love would bring in hard hitting drummer Courtney Wolfe to replace Leslee Kaye and had already began establishing themselves in the music industry, playing hundreds of shows, along with marketing the band at any chance they could is partly why such a strong buzz was growing over the band, the second was due to their sheer determination to break into the mainstream. Tough Love did gain the attention of former Runaways manager Kim Fowley who was rumored to have a worked with the band for a short time but true or not, mainstream success eluded the band, but continued on releasing a three track demo in 1987. The stand out track, A Gerre Edinger/Nancy Davis written hard rocker, Mama’s Boy, received some local radio rotation and became a fan favorite with many describing the band as a heavier version of Heart. By 1987 the band consisted of, Nancy Davis on lead vocals, Laura Jerri Bolton on keyboards, Courtney Wolfe on drums, and new bassist Jeanne Von Graf. Katrina Britt, formerly of the all-female hard rock band The Hunted, was brought in on guitar to replace Gerre Edinger who had already left to form the all-female band She Rok, who also did a version Mama’s Boy. Soon after lead vocalist and founder Nancy Davis would leave the band to focus on a solo career and the band’s original bassist Deanna Rose was brought in to replace Nancy on lead vocals. This version of Tough Love would continue on before calling it a day in 1990. The remaining members of Courtney Wolf, Jeanne Von Graf, Deanna Rose, and original guitar player Berni Popiolek, who replaced the departed Katrina Britt, would reform the band, now known as Romantic Fever, paying homage to the Tough Love single of the same name, the members said it was their way of keeping a connection between the two bands. Romantic Fever would release several demos before officially disbanding in 1993. By 2018 Tough Love would reunite for a reunion benefit concert for Lurie Children’s Hospital, with Nancy Davis on vocals, ex Bitch bassist Patti Prendergast on bass, Berni Popiolek on guitar, Marianne Sullivan on guitar filling in for the late Gerre Edinger who sadly passed away from an aneurysm in 2008. Gerre’s twin sister Terre Beach would play drums for the band for the benefit, which gave fans a last chance to see these amazing talented women that have a long intertwining history in music and with each other that should have reached a level of fame that matched their aptitudes for music.
Pony
Tough Love Lyrics
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My saddle's waiting, come and jump on it
Lets do it, jump on it
I'm just a bachelor
I'm looking for a partner
Someone who knows how to ride
Without even falling off
Takes me to my limits
Girl when I break you off
I promise that you won't want to get off
If you're horny lets do it, ride it, my pony
My saddle's waiting, come and jump on it
Jump on it, lets do it
Jump on it, lets do it
Jump on it
Sitting here flossing
Peepin' your steelo
Just once if I have the chance
The things I would do to you
You and your body
Every single portion
Send chills up and down your spine
Juices flowing down your thigh
If you're horny lets do it, ride it, my pony
My saddle's waiting, come and jump on it
If you're horny lets do it, ride it, my pony
My saddle's waiting, come and jump on it
The song "Pony" by Tough Love is an upbeat and sensual song that embodies the essence of sexual desire. The main theme of the song is the offer for a woman to ride the singer's metaphorical "pony" which seems to represent his sexual prowess. The lyrics are straightforward, as the singer expresses his sexual appetite and desires without restraint.
The first verse of the song sets the mood for the rest of the song, as the singer invites his partner to ride his "pony" and promises her a good time. The singer is presented as a bachelor who is looking for a partner who is compatible with him and who can take him to his sexual limits without falling off. The chorus is a repetition of the invitation to ride the "pony," which suggests that the singer is impatient to satisfy his desires.
In the second verse, the singer is flossing and admiring his partner's "steelo" or style, which implies that he is sexually attracted to her. He expresses his desire to do things to her body and make her feel good, emphasizing the physical aspect of their relationship.
Overall, the song "Pony" is a bold and explicit expression of sexual desire that leaves little to the imagination. It is a song that celebrates pleasure and desire and invites the listener to indulge in their own fantasies.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're horny lets do it, ride it, my pony
If you're feeling sexually aroused, let's engage in sexual activity together. I will be in control, and you will ride me like a pony.
My saddle's waiting, come and jump on it
I am ready and willing to have sex with you. Come and join me.
Lets do it, jump on it
Let's have sex together. You can ride me and I will take control.
I'm just a bachelor
I am currently unmarried and not in a committed relationship.
I'm looking for a partner
I am searching for a sexual partner for a brief period of time.
Someone who knows how to ride
Looking for someone who has experience riding during intercourse.
Without even falling off
They should be confident and experienced with riding during sex without any mishaps.
Gotta be compatible
We must be sexually compatible and have matching sexual preferences.
Takes me to my limits
Sex with this partner must be thrilling and adventurous, pushing my sexual boundaries to the edge.
Girl when I break you off
When we engage in sexual activity, I promise it will cause you to have an intense orgasm.
I promise that you won't want to get off
After this experience, you will not want to end our sexual encounter.
Sitting here flossing
I am sitting here, showing off my wealth and assets.
Peepin' your steelo
I am admiring your style and personality.
Just once if I have the chance
If given the opportunity, I would engage sexually with you.
The things I would do to you
I would engage in various sexual activities with you, making the experience unforgettable.
You and your body
I am physically attracted to you and your body.
Every single portion
I am sexually attracted to every part of your body.
Send chills up and down your spine
My sexual actions will give you pleasure and make you feel aroused.
Juices flowing down your thigh
You will become so sexually excited that fluids will begin to flow down your body.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Elgin Lumpkin, Steven Garrett, Timothy Mosley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@xyzman123
It's official guys, the late 90's/early 2000's are back.
@mitchiemasha
xyzman123 For over a year now, easily.
@flyketo
xyzman123 It's official since 2012/2013
@luizgoerck_
Thank God!
@mellowman1978
The original takes a dinosaur dump on this.
@jayb9050
lmfao true
@chrispark3697
I’m old skool I like the original pony and also enjoy this remake this it teaches younger generations the backgrounds of our music not the trash r&b hiphop and pop now day
@BenjaminKoaho-ri5qk
Even though the world is Falling apart, but 2023 we still here🌍☔❤️ what a lovely remix
@-God-jirra-
As someone who experienced the 90's properly. Ginuwine... Come on dawg, wtf. :|
@karlesvictor3634
i do