Video) — L.a. Guns - The Ballad Of Jayne (official Music

Released in late 1989, the official music video is a quintessential example of late-'80s glam rock style.

: It features high-contrast, super-saturated colors and a "lomo-fi" filtered aesthetic that predated modern photo filters.

: 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 L.A. Guns - The Ballad Of Jayne (Official Music Video)

: VH1 ranked the song at #93 on its list of the 100 Greatest One-Hit Wonders of the '80s in 2009.

Watch the remastered official music video to see the band's classic end-of-decade glam aesthetic: Released in late 1989, the official music video

: 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 .

: 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. He based the lyrics on the many young

"The Ballad of Jayne" is the standout power ballad from , released in 1989 on their second album, Cocked & Loaded . The song became the band's biggest commercial success, reaching #33 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #25 on the Mainstream Rock chart. Background and Inspiration