Album sleeve artwork for his four Marillion albums and most of his solo albums has been done by Mark Wilkinson.
Fish is not to be confused with Phish, Chris Squire (“The Fish”), Barry Melton ("the Fish" of Country Joe & the Fish), Grossa or Bradley Fish.
He has worked with many other artists, including Tony Banks (Genesis) and Arjen Anthony Lucassen’s (Ayreon) as the Highlander in Into the Electric Castle.
2. Fish is a Chinese experimental electronic musician.
3. fish is the name of a Soundcloud account used by electronic musician Gupi.
The Rookie
Fish Lyrics
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You got the hunger, you got four-wheel drive, you want to reach for the heaven want to touch the sky,
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big
ambitions you got dreams,
So what's the big idea?
Take my advice keep it simple, keep it real,
So you're the competition, you've made that clear, the new boy on the block and you got no fear, When you're at the bottom you can only climb, you might just make it to the top given time!
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big ambitions you got dreams, So what's the big idea?
In the right place at the right time in the right mind to blow
away the field,
What you need most of all is a big idea!
I sense the instinct, I sense desire, your motivation is something we all recognise,
You're something special, something new, you're passion, fire and anger is something we could use,
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big ambitions you got dreams, So what's the big idea?
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big
ambitions you got dreams,
So what's the big idea?
Take my advice keep it simple, keep it real,
Got to do the numbers, got to do the math,
you could feather your nest you might take a bath,
maybe too hot blooded, you got to be cold,
Bow down to the power do what your told
Till you're in the right place at the right time in the right
mind to blow away the field,
What you need most of all is a big idea!
The lyrics of Fish's song The Rookie tell a story of someone who has big ambitions and dreams, and is trying to make it in a competitive world. The singer is warned to keep it simple and real, to be in the right place at the right time, and to come up with a big idea to stand out from the competition. The song also touches on the idea of playing by the rules and bending them slightly in order to get ahead.
The chorus, "You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big ambitions you got dreams, So what's the big idea?" emphasizes the struggle of aspiring to greatness but not quite knowing how to get there. The verses also hint at the fact that success often depends on who you know and the favors you can accumulate.
Overall, the lyrics of the song offer a cautionary message to those who are trying to climb the ladder of success. To succeed, you need to not only have big plans but also come up with a big idea that sets you apart from the crowd.
Line by Line Meaning
It's your decision, it's not up to me, and I've seen it oil before got a wardrobe full of Ts,
I cannot influence your decision, as it's entirely up to you. Moreover, similar situations have occurred before and left me with nothing more than a closet full of T-shirts as a consolation prize.
You got the hunger, you got four-wheel drive, you want to reach for the heaven want to touch the sky,
You possess a deep desire to succeed, and you have the drive to overcome any challenges. Your ultimate goal is to achieve greatness.
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big ambitions you got dreams, So what's the big idea?
You have lofty aspirations of becoming a successful figure and carry with you big dreams and plans. What is the innovative plan that will enable you to attain these goals?
Take my advice keep it simple, keep it real,
I advise you to keep your approach straightforward and pragmatic, without embellishment or exaggeration.
So you're the competition, you've made that clear, the new boy on the block and you got no fear, When you're at the bottom you can only climb, you might just make it to the top given time!
You have established yourself as my adversary, and you are the rookie here. Nonetheless, being a newcomer gives you the advantage of having nowhere to go but up, and you might succeed if you persist long enough.
Welcome to my city, welcome to my world, if you really think you can make then hang on to your soul, It all comes down to favours and who or what you know, Bending rules so slightly, being right when you're wrong,
You are now in my domain, my community, and my world. If you are confident in your abilities, remember to hold onto your integrity at any cost. Success often depends on who you know and their willingness to assist you, albeit bending the rules slightly and claiming to be right even when wrong.
In the right place at the right time in the right mind to blow away the field, What you need most of all is a big idea!
The key to victory is being in the perfect position, with the proper frame of mind, and being innovative enough to outsmart and surpass all competitors.
I sense the instinct, I sense desire, your motivation is something we all recognise, You're something special, something new, you're passion, fire and anger is something we could use,
I perceive that you possess an inherent instinct and strong motivation, traits that we all acknowledge and admire. You are a unique addition, exuding passion, fury, and energy that our group could use to our advantage.
Got to do the numbers, got to do the math, you could feather your nest you might take a bath, maybe too hot blooded, you got to be cold, Bow down to the power do what your told Till you're in the right place at the right time in the right mind to blow away the field,
You must be pragmatic and calculate the numbers precisely, as some decisions could bring fortune, while others could lead to ruin. Sometimes, you need to temper your emotions and become more prudent. You may have to bow down to the authority and do what is expected of you before you are in the ideal position with the right mindset to beat the competition.
You wanna be the big man, you got big plans, big ambitions you got dreams, So what's the big idea?
You have grand objectives and dreams of becoming an accomplished individual; therefore, what innovation or big idea will be your stepping stone to achieving your ultimate goal?
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