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Originally called Huang Chung which is Chinese for "perfect pitch" (though they later claimed it was the sound a guitar made on American Bandstand), the band formed in 1979. The lineup consisted of vocalist/guitarist Jack Hues, bassist Nick Feldman, saxophonist David Burnand a.k.a "Hogg" and drummer Darren Costin. Their self-titled debut was released by Arista Records in 1982 after several singles, including the minor post-punk hit "Isn't It About Time We Were On TV". In 1983, after being dropped by Arista and signed to Geffen Records, they changed their name to Wang Chung (at Geffen's suggestion, to make pronunciation easier for English-speakers) and subsequently they released Points on the Curve, which yielded two major hits, "Don't Let Go" and "Dance Hall Days"
In 1986, Costin left the band and Hues and Feldman continued to record. The same year, they had their biggest hits: "Everybody Have Fun Tonight" and "Let's Go", both from the album Mosaic. Not long after releasing their final album The Warmer Side of Cool in 1989, Wang Chung disbanded in 1991.
In June 2005, Hues and Feldman reunited as Wang Chung on the reality TV series Hit Me Baby One More Time, performing "Everybody Have Fun Tonight" and a cover of "Hot in Herre" by Nelly.
Shortly after, in postings at WangChung.com as well as the band's MySpace site, there was news of a new Wang Chung album being worked on by Hues and Feldman. In an e-mail response from Hues, he said, "We are shooting for a release around the March 2006 time frame and a tour in May. We are not sure who we are touring with yet, maybe Heaven 17 or Devo". Also on the band's MySpace, you can hear new clips such as "Hot In Herre" (The Nelly Cover) and a new song "I Was Abducted by the 80's".
Don't Be My Enemy
Wang Chung Lyrics
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Don't be my enemy
You had your dreams
You required a scheme of things
Evolved, resolved through the years
And I had my part
(When you wrote me)
But you broke my heart
(When you wrote me)
You spend your whole time trying
To burn me to the ground
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
I had a thought
It was just a simple thought
Of a friend, very close, very clear
But then it stopped looking so straight
(When you wrote me)
You found the hate
(When you wrote me)
You spend your whole time trying to make
Me look like your main fool
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
The song "Don't Be My Enemy" by Wang Chung speaks about a broken friendship or relationship where one person has been hurt by the other's actions. The two individuals were once close, sharing dreams and plans for their futures, but something happened to cause a rift in their relationship. The lyrics suggest that the hurt party may have received a letter or message that caused them emotional pain and led to the breakdown of their friendship.
The singer pleads with the other person not to continue their actions, as they are causing significant harm. They ask them to see the impact of their actions and stop trying to bring them down. It is a powerful message of how hurtful actions can have lasting effects on those we care about.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of sadness and disappointment over a lost relationship, but it also encourages the idea of reconciliation and forgiveness. It is a reminder to consider the impact of our words and actions on others and to strive for healthy and positive relationships with those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be my enemy
Please don't treat me as your adversary
Don't be my enemy
Please don't treat me as your adversary
You had your dreams
You had your aspirations
You required a scheme of things
You needed a plan to achieve those aspirations
Evolved, resolved through the years
Your plan developed and strengthened over time
And I had my part (When you wrote me)
I had a role to play in your plans when you reached out to me
But you broke my heart (When you wrote me)
But you hurt me deeply when you contacted me
You spend your whole time trying to burn me to the ground
You're devoting all your energy to destroying me
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Do you not realize the impact your actions are having on me?
I had a thought
I had an idea
It was just a simple thought
It was not a complex or elaborate idea
Of a friend, very close, very clear
About someone I treasured and trusted deeply
But then it stopped looking so straight (When you wrote me)
But my perception was distorted by your actions when you contacted me
You found the hate (When you wrote me)
You expressed animosity and ill will towards me when you reached out to me
You spend your whole time trying to make me look like your main fool
You're expending all your effort on portraying me as a gullible and foolish person
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
Do you not see the consequences of your behavior on me?
Don't be my enemy
Please don't treat me as your adversary
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Do you not realize the impact your actions are having on me?
Don't be my enemy
Please don't treat me as your adversary
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
Do you not see the consequences of your behavior on me?
Lyrics © SPIRIT MUSIC GROUP
Written by: DARREN COSTIN, JACK HUES, NICK FELDMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Don't be my enemy
Don't be my enemy
You had your dreams
You required a scheme of things
Evolved, resolved through the years
And I had my part
(When you wrote me)
But you broke my heart
(When you wrote me)
You spend your whole time trying
To burn me to the ground
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what you're doing to me?
Don't be my enemy
Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
I had a thought
It was just a simple thought
Of a friend, very close, very clear
But then it stopped looking so straight
(When you wrote me)
You found the hate
(When you wrote me)
You spend…
Sean Snow
Points On The Curve is an underrated masterpiece ! Every song is great !
Tony Estrada
I never get tired of this song. Ha, I thought I was the only one.
Pitouto Pit
Probably my Wang Chung's favorite song also (along with "Big World" which I cherish in a different manner), I will never ever get tired of it. Points on the Curve is indeed an absolute masterpiece, there's not one single average song in it.
Alcalde Rodríguez José Luis
My favourite song, I love this song.
Peter Ott
Best song from a great album!!!!!
Bertrand
You're not the only one buddy !
Dave Night
Great 80's band great musicians. Darren Costain playing a rare 80's Simmons drum kit. Bass is brilliant. Points on the Curve is a fantastic album. Great times where did it go!
SpecialMarco
Great song! Wang Chung are fantastic! Thanks for this video!
gilnicbobby
Such a great groove, especially the bass line! Bands like Chung and Hall & Oates were masters of this. Straight fire ! Genuine Proof
Ron Burgandy
My all-time fav Wang Chung song. Still badass.