Pipeline
Fish Lyrics


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Waiting in my corner, waiting on the bell.
I was coming off the ropes, I was going to give them hell.
Now I'm waiting,
Waiting on the lyric, waiting on the song.
I know the muse is coming, I'm holding on.
I'm waiting,
Waiting on the chances, waiting on the breaks,
Waiting on an opportunity that I could take.
I'm still waiting.

[Chorus]
And all the time I wonder why,
Just what or who the hell I am?
Where I'm at, where I'm from?
Where I'm going, where I belong?
Tell me where I'm coming from,
Because I'm waiting in the pipeline.
Waiting on a message, waiting on a sign.
I was waiting on my holy grail to shine.
Waiting with the crossword, waiting on reviews,
Waiting on something or someone to give me a clue.
I'm still waiting.
[Chorus]
And all the time I wonder why,
Just what or who the hell I am?
Where I'm at, where I'm from?
Where I'm going, where I belong?
Why do you keep me waiting on?
Because I'm waiting in the pipeline.
If the carpet that I'm sitting on could fly,
If the ring that's on my finger was a sorcerer's charm,
If the cloak that I'm wearing could hide me away,
I could wait for forever and a day.
If the lady that I'm waiting on isn't mine,
Then the castles that I'm building are on shifting sands.
If the dream that I'm chasing isn't true,
Then the light at the end of the tunnel is just a wrecker's fire.
Waiting in the pipeline, waiting on the silence,
Waiting on the sound, waiting in the backstage,
Waiting on the crowd, waiting,
Waiting on the critic, waiting on the gong,
Waiting on the DJ to play my song.
Play my song, I'm waiting.
And all the time I wonder why,
Just what or who the hell I am?
Where I'm at, where I'm from?
Where I'm going, where I belong?
Tell me where I'm coming from,




Because I'm waiting in the pipeline.
Waiting in the pipeline, waiting in the pipeline, waiting, waiting.

Overall Meaning

Fish's song "Pipeline" is a introspective and reflective piece about waiting for inspiration and success in the music industry. The verse describes the feeling of being ready to fight and win, but being stuck in a state of waiting for the next opportunity to arise. The lyrics touch upon different types of waiting - for inspiration, for a message, for a sign, for reviews, for a clue - and the frustration that comes with it. The chorus repeats the same questions of identity, purpose, and belonging, implying that the waiting is not just about music, but about life in general.


The second verse introduces a touch of fantasy, as the singer imagines himself in a magical world where he can wait forever without aging or feeling pain. However, he also acknowledges that if the lady he's waiting for doesn't show up, his dreams and plans are futile. The last part of the song lists different aspects of the music business that the singer is waiting on - the critic's opinion, the sound of the crowd, the DJ's choice of songs. The song ends as it began, with the word "waiting" repeated several times, creating a sense of circularity and stagnation.


Overall, "Pipeline" is a poignant reminder of the often frustrating and uncertain reality of being an artist, or simply a human being, who is waiting for something to happen.


Line by Line Meaning

Waiting in my corner, waiting on the bell.
I am preparing for something big, waiting for the right moment to strike.


I was coming off the ropes, I was going to give them hell.
I was ready to unleash my full potential and make a big impact.


Now I'm waiting, waiting on the lyric, waiting on the song.
I am looking for inspiration, waiting for the perfect words to come to me.


I know the muse is coming, I'm holding on.
I am confident that my creativity will come, so I am patiently waiting for it to arrive.


I'm waiting, waiting on the chances, waiting on the breaks, waiting on an opportunity that I could take.
I am hoping for an opportunity to arise that I can seize and use to reach my goals.


And all the time I wonder why, just what or who the hell I am? Where I'm at, where I'm from? Where I'm going, where I belong?
I am constantly questioning my identity and my place in the world.


Tell me where I'm coming from, because I'm waiting in the pipeline.
I am seeking guidance and direction in my life because I feel stuck and uncertain.


Waiting on a message, waiting on a sign, I was waiting on my holy grail to shine.
I am searching for a clear signal or guidance that will lead me to success and fulfillment.


I'm still waiting.
I am still hopeful that the breakthrough I'm waiting for will come.


If the carpet that I'm sitting on could fly, if the ring that's on my finger was a sorcerer's charm, if the cloak that I'm wearing could hide me away, I could wait for forever and a day.
Imagining fantastical scenarios where I could escape from reality and wait indefinitely for my dreams to come true.


If the lady that I'm waiting on isn't mine, Then the castles that I'm building are on shifting sands.
If the person or thing that I am waiting for turns out to be unattainable or nonexistent, everything else I do in the meantime becomes pointless or unstable.


If the dream that I'm chasing isn't true, then the light at the end of the tunnel is just a wrecker's fire.
If my aspirations and goals turn out to be false or impossible, any progress I make towards them becomes harmful and destructive.


Waiting on the critic, waiting on the gong, waiting on the DJ to play my song.
I am waiting for recognition and validation from others, hoping they will appreciate and celebrate my work.


And all the time I wonder why, just what or who the hell I am? Where I'm at, where I'm from? Where I'm going, where I belong?
I am constantly questioning my identity and my place in the world.


Tell me where I'm coming from, because I'm waiting in the pipeline.
I am seeking guidance and direction in my life because I feel stuck and uncertain.


Waiting in the pipeline, waiting in the pipeline, waiting, waiting.
I am still stuck in limbo, waiting for something to change and allow me to move forward.




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