L.a. Guns - The Ballad Of Jayne (official Music Video) < Must See >
: VH1 ranked the song at #93 on its list of the 100 Greatest One-Hit Wonders of the '80s in 2009.
: For decades, it was widely believed the song was a tribute to 1950s/60s "blonde bombshell" actress Jayne Mansfield , who died in a car accident in 1967. L.A. Guns - The Ballad Of Jayne (Official Music Video)
Released in late 1989, the official music video is a quintessential example of late-'80s glam rock style. : VH1 ranked the song at #93 on
: Notable moments include the band members in their polished glam metal look, a drummer's name sticker, and the guitarist playing upside down in a nod to Jimi Hendrix . : Notable moments include the band members in
: It features high-contrast, super-saturated colors and a "lomo-fi" filtered aesthetic that predated modern photo filters.
Watch the remastered official music video to see the band's classic end-of-decade glam aesthetic:
: Lead singer Phil Lewis has stated the character is fictitious. He based the lyrics on the many young women who flock to Los Angeles seeking stardom, only to face a tragic or faded end. Guitarist Tracii Guns has also debunked the Mansfield theory , though he admitted to having a fondness for her growing up. Music Video Aesthetics





