"The Party" was released as a single in March 1985 and peaked at #17 on the Kent Music Report. The related debut album 'Cos Life Hurts was released and peaked at #2 in June and its next single "50 Years" peaked at #6. Uncanny X-Men performed two songs for the 1985 Oz for Africa concert (part of the global Live Aid program) - "Everybody Wants to Work" and "50 Years" on 13 July. It was broadcast in Australia (on both Seven Network and Nine Network) and on MTV in the US. A third single "Still Waiting" from their debut album was released in August.
Thiessen had left early in 1986 to be replaced temporarily by Joey Amenta on guitar and more permanently by Brett Kingman. The band signed with CBS Records in 1986 and released "Children", which had reached #10 in May, before releasing the album What You Give Is What You Get! which peaked at #11 in November 1986. Further singles provided Uncanny X-Men with little chart success, internal tensions occurred so that they disbanded in 1987, although there was a brief reunion during 1998. Kingman, Mannix and Waugh joined with bass guitarist Derek O'Leary to form Dead Legends during 1989, Mannix then pursued a solo career including performing in pub rock bands and in stage plays.
Men
Uncanny X-Men Lyrics
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最后发现全身伤疤的存在
我习惯了依赖 还是不能去放开
鲜花终会变成落寞的尘埃
我终于能明白 一切不能再重来
何必哭着喊着不要你走开
你留下的空白 我会加倍去覆盖
终会变成以往诱人的可爱
but I would never be your slave
oh my god you see me on the ground
but I would never be your slave
我能拥有未来 不会再被你安排
终会让你知道我有多精彩
你欠我的交待 我已不会再期待
要用子弹将你的胸膛打开
oh my god you see me on the sky
but I would never be your slave
oh my god you see me on the ground
but I would never be your slave
我能拥有 不会再被你安排
要用子弹 将你的胸膛打开
我能拥有 不会再被你安排
我要把你 关在幸福的门外
The lyrics of Uncanny X-Men's "Men" express the pain and hurt caused by a past relationship. The singer reflects on the scars and emptiness that have been left behind, recognizing that the past cannot be undone. However, rather than continue to dwell on the pain, the singer decides to focus on their own future and happiness. They refuse to be controlled or enslaved by their past or by the person who caused them pain. Instead, they declare their independence and vow to create their own path in life.
The song presents a powerful message of resilience and personal strength. It encourages listeners to embrace their own worth and to let go of past pain and hurt. The use of Chinese lyrics adds an exotic and unique element to the song, enhancing its emotional impact and making it accessible to a wider audience.
Line by Line Meaning
你对我的伤害 我已不能去忘怀
I cannot forget the harm you've caused me
最后发现全身伤疤的存在
I've discovered the scars all over my body
我习惯了依赖 还是不能去放开
Though I rely on you, I cannot let go
鲜花终会变成落寞的尘埃
All flowers eventually wilt and turn to dust
我终于能明白 一切不能再重来
I finally understand that everything cannot start again
何必哭着喊着不要你走开
Why would I cry and yell 'don't leave' when you go
你留下的空白 我会加倍去覆盖
The void you left will be filled twice over by me
终会变成以往诱人的可爱
Eventually, it will become charming like it once was
oh my god you see me on the sky
Oh my god, you see me in the sky
but I would never be your slave
But I'll never be your servant
oh my god you see me on the ground
Oh my god, you see me on the ground
我能拥有未来 不会再被你安排
I can have a future without being controlled by you
终会让你知道我有多精彩
You'll eventually see how amazing I am
你欠我的交待 我已不会再期待
You owe me an explanation, but I won't wait for it anymore
要用子弹将你的胸膛打开
I'll use bullets to open up your chest
我要把你 关在幸福的门外
I'll keep you outside the door of happiness
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JJ Val
I LOVE the Outback Era! Silvestri, Dazzler, Longshot, Havok in his black costume, the "armored" Psylocke, the Brood!
So many memories... 😌
Memphisflash 53
The glossy border and the gloss on the cover picture is called a ‘spot varnish’, a sort of 5th color let’s say … And yes, these MMW are getting very expensive! €82,50 for this book here in Europe, ex shipping …
ellesse
As you asked Omar - I have the single issues, the annual, and the complete mini series. Also got them in collected editions in X-Men vs Avengers/Fantastic Four trade, Fall of the Mutants & Inferno Prologue omnis. Its nice to see them in Masterworks.
CarpetBombComic
Oh my God! Yeah, I was living in Manassas, Virginia and going from Mutant Massacre to Fall of the Mutants... Somewhere in there is when I transitioned from buying off spinner racks at Safeway to a pull box at Infinity Comics. Nostalgia big time with these issues, man! I feel ya! These were my X-Men, too...
Justin Sheldon
Great overview! I’d be interested in more videos on the MMW line, but I understand how you have to pick and choose what to record and put out each week. I don’t own any MMWs, but every now and then I see one that interests me. I don’t own any of these issues and now I’m not sure if I should get them in MMW or omni format.
conroyjett
Freedom Force felt like it was Marvel's response to the Suicide Squad which came out the year before.
Mr. Tex
The Claremont/Silvestri/Lee Years already in Masterworks Edition. It will a long wait before the PAD Hulk run but not that far from Michelinie/McFarlane ASM.
Kevin Connor
Dazzler Masterworks Volume 4, is selling a lot of copies as well.
Joseph
Nice. I got the omnibus.
Been thinking about upgrading to the MMW editions, but I'm poor and have too many other books to buy. 😢
Joe Arnold
I have the floppy of the cover! I don't collect floppies but I do have like 300 random ones ive bought throughout the years super dope cover!