Shy Guy

"Shy Guy" is a song by the Jamaican singer Diana King, recorded for the film soundtrack album Bad Boys. It also appeared on King's debut studio album, Tougher Than Love (1995). The song was written by King, Kingsley Gardner and Andy Marvel, and produced by Marvel. It was released in March 1995 by label Work as the lead single from Tougher Than Love. The song contains a sample from "School Boy Crush" by Average White Band. The chorus line "Lord have mercy, mercy, mercy" is derived from lines in Charlie Chaplin's 1989 dancehall song "Cool the Violence".

The song received positive reviews from music critics, with many saying it was a highlight of the album and calling it one of the best reggae fusion songs of its time. AllMusic said the song was a highlight of both the soundtrack and King's debut album. "Shy Guy" also received chart success. The song peaked at number thirteen in the United States and went to number two in the United Kingdom. It topped the charts in Finland, Sweden and Zimbabwe and became a top-five hit in several other countries, including Australia, Ireland, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Norway. Two music videos were produced, directed by Marcus Nispel and Michael Bay.