There are, at least, two artists known as Fink: 1) A Brighton-based acousti… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, two artists known as Fink: 1) A Brighton-based acoustic folk / blues / electronic artist. 2) A Hamburg, Germany alt-country band, founded mid-90s & disbanded in 2007.

(1)Fink, Brighton-based acoustic folk / blues / electronic artist

A recording / performance name of Brighton, UK's Fin Greenall - a Bristol-born understated singer-songwriter. He is an uncompromising artist - in acoustic folk / blues / dub - with an astounding stage presence, signed to Ninja Tune Records. With live accompaniment by Guy Whittaker (bass) & Tim Thornton (drums), they have played over 300 shows, in the last three years (inc' supporting Zero 7 & Massive Attack). In addition to his performance history, Fink has written with many (inc' John Legend & Amy Winehouse), plus remixed Elbow, Nina Simone, 坂本龍一 & Robert Belfour. Prior to all of this, Greenall - who grew up in the same city as Roni Size, Portishead & Massive Attack - was a Ninja Tune DJ, spinning trip-hop & breakbeat internationally.

Fink’s 2006 debut Biscuits For Breakfast (recorded entirely in his loft in Brighton) saw him reincarnated to become Ninja Tune’s first singer-songwriter. Such was the impact of this collection of songs on the underground British musical landscape, iDJ Magazine stated: "If 'Blue Lines' was about Generation X's experience of house parties, hip-hop and smoking drugs then this astonishing album is its millennial equivalent."

2007 saw the release of Distance And Time, another critically acclaimed record that saw Fink’s fan base spread around the world. As an incredibly accomplished and versatile vocalist and guitarist he has since performed as a special guest in front of thousands at London's Royal Albert Hall as part of BBC Proms, New York's legendary Carnegie Hall (where he performed a cover of REM’s ‘The Apologist’ in front of the song’s creators), and even Milan's 80,000 capacity San Siro Stadium. It was also Distance And Time that caught the attention of John Legend, with whom Greenall co-wrote ‘Green Light’ featuring Andre 3000 and ‘Set Me Free’ from Legend’s Evolver LP. Legend, in return, makes a guest appearance on piano, and co-wrote two tracks with Greenall on Sort Of A Revolution.

There are very few independent artists who have quietly accomplished such an amazing array of achievements, and judging by this new and impeccable record, it doesn't seem that Fink - many a music fan's best kept secret - will be a secret for too much longer.

Discography (electronic / acoustic):
See It All (Single) - Released: 10/12/09
Sort of Revolution (Single) - Released: 07/20/09
Sort of Revolution - Released: 05/2009
Distance and Time - Released: 01/10/07
Biscuits For Breakfast - Released: 24/04/06
So Long - Released: 03/04/06
Pretty Little Thing - Released: 06/02/06
Fresh Produce - Released: 01/06/00
Ever Since I Was A Kid - Released: 01/04/00
Front Side EP/album - Released: 01/03/99
Fink Funk EP/album - Released: 01/07/97

Sites: YouTube & http://FinkWorld.co.UK (official).

(2) A Hamburg, Germany alt-country band, founded mid-90s & disbanded in 2007

Discography:
Vogelbeobachtung im Winter (xxs records/Indigo, 1997)
Loch in der Welt (xxs records/Indigo, 1998)
Mondscheiner (L'Age d'Or/Rough Trade Records, 1999)
Fink (L'Age d'Or/Rough Trade Records, 2001)
Haiku Ambulanz (Trocadero Records/Indigo, 2003)
Bam Bam Bam (Trocadero/Indigo, 2005

Website (german): http://www.finkmusik.de/ (official)

Under the Same Stars
Fink Lyrics

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And we're under the same stars
And that's as close as we get tonight
It only took the once to know how special we could be
if we were left alone

And we're under the same stars
And that's the same ones we were
Under last night when they were smiling on us and

We could be
Left alone

And we're under the same stars
And that's as close as we get for now and
I walk up Apple Hill and wonder where you're sleeping
Please
Left Alone

And we're under the same stars

And we're under the same stars
And that's as close as we get tonight
It only took the once to know how special we could be

And we're under the same stars, And we're under the same stars

Overall Meaning

In Fink's song "Under the Same Stars," the lyrics convey a sense of distance and longing for a person who is not physically present. The repetition of the phrase "under the same stars" emphasizes the idea that despite being apart, both individuals are still connected by a shared universe. The lyrics suggest that the distance between them does not negate the potential for a special relationship, and that perhaps being left alone would allow them to explore this connection.

The second verse offers a memory of the previous night under the stars, implying that the connection has already been established. The singer wonders where their partner is sleeping and walks up Apple Hill, a symbol of the search for something unattainable. The phrase "left alone" appears again, suggesting that perhaps the only way to fully explore the potential of their relationship is to intentionally ignore outside distractions.

The song's ultimate message is one of hope and possibility, despite the distance and challenges that may exist. The lyrics offer a sense of comfort in knowing that both individuals are still connected by the vastness of the universe, and that they may be able to explore the potential of their relationship someday.

Line by Line Meaning

And we're under the same stars
We are both experiencing the same night sky

And that's as close as we get tonight
Despite being under the same stars, we are physically far apart

It only took the once to know how special we could be
We only needed one encounter to realize our potential for a meaningful relationship

if we were left alone
Our connection could thrive if there were no external pressures or interruptions

And that's the same ones we were
The stars in the current sky were also present in the sky from our previous encounter

Under last night when they were smiling on us and
The stars were a positive presence during our previous encounter

We could be
We were able to enjoy each other's company

And that's as close as we get for now and
Our physical distance cannot be overcome at the moment

I walk up Apple Hill and wonder where you're sleeping
I am thinking of you and wondering about your current state

Please
An expression of desire or request for closeness

Left Alone
A longing for uninterrupted time together