Goo Goo Dolls - Dizzy Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who directed the music video for Goo Goo Dolls' "Dizzy"?

   The music video for "Dizzy" by the Goo Goo Dolls was directed by Nancy Bardawil. It features action-packed scenes with the band on the run from sinister enemies and includes a car chase with rented vintage Mustangs.

2. What chart position did "Dizzy" achieve on the Mainstream Rock chart?

   "Dizzy" by the Goo Goo Dolls peaked at #13 on the Mainstream Rock chart. Although it did not reach the heights of the band's major hits like "Iris" and "Slide," it was still a successful single from the album "Dizzy Up the Girl."

3. Who is the female lead in the "Dizzy" music video?

   The female lead in the "Dizzy" music video is Shannyn Sossamon. She has also appeared in the music videos for Cher's "Strong Enough" and Korn's "Make Me Bad" and starred alongside Heath Ledger in the film "A Knight's Tale."

4. What inspired the song "Dizzy" by Goo Goo Dolls?

   Lead singer Johnny Rzeznik was inspired to write "Dizzy" by a girl he described as "toxic and dangerous." The song is an affectionate tribute to someone who possesses all the wrong qualities, reflecting a mix of attraction and turmoil.

5. What was unique about the guitar effects in "Dizzy"?

   In "Dizzy," the Goo Goo Dolls used a square-wave tremolo effect on the guitar to produce a fast-and-choppy sound. Rzeznik and bassist Robby Takac experimented with various machinery to achieve this unique audio effect, adding a distinct element to the song's sound.

6. On which TV show was "Dizzy" used?

   "Dizzy" was used in an episode of the TV show "7th Heaven" titled "Losers," which aired in 2000. The show's integration of the song furthered its exposure to a wider audience during the band's mainstream success.