Band Members:
Fred Loneragan (vocals)
Tim Doyle (guitar)
Nick Swan (bass)
Tony Starr (keyboards)
Initially, the band used a drum machine, but changed to a human drummer before the Big Music album.
Drummers used were:
Warren McLean 1983-1986
Henry Downes 1986-1987
John Mackay 1987-1989
The band used female backing vocalists on several releases and tours.
Predator
Machinations Lyrics
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High time
It's high
Allright
It's high time you give me the limelight
For my blonde hair
Making me breathe deep, making my big eyes
Stare
Just fine
So I drink you down
And I feel the fire
Deep inside
Watch out
Spirits watch out
I slip in there, assimilate
Never too late
Too late to
Subtract, divide and multiply
I know why I'm alive
Holding my breath
I slip and I fall
So you lay me down
I feel on fire
Deep inside
You shout
Spirits watch out
I shiver, please accommodate
Never too late
Too late to
Subtract, divide and multiply
I know why I'm alive
Holding my breath
I slip and I fall
Subtract, divide and multiply
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
It's high
High time
It's high
Allright
It's high time you give me the limelight
For my blonde hair
Making me breathe deep, making my big eyes
Stare
I slip in there, assimilate
Never too late
Too late to
Subtract, divide and multiply
I know why I'm alive
Holding my breath
I slip and I fall
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
I know why I'm alive
Subtract, divide and multiply (and multiply)
I know why I'm alive
The lyrics of Machinations's song "Predator" seem to speak about the desire for fame and the consequences that come with it. The opening lines "It's high, high time" can be interpreted as a sense of urgency, as the singer feels that they have been waiting too long for their time in the spotlight. They demand recognition for their physical attributes, specifically their blonde hair and big eyes, which they claim make them stand out from the rest.
The lines "So I drink you down, and I feel the fire deep inside" suggest that the singer is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve their goals, even if it leads to destructive behavior. The "spirits watch out" could refer to the negative consequences of fame, such as addiction or mental health issues. However, the singer seems to ignore these warnings, believing that it is "never too late" to succeed.
The repeated phrase "subtract, divide, and multiply" could symbolize the cost of fame, as the singer must give up parts of themselves and divide their focus to pursue success. Overall, the lyrics seem to convey a sense of desperation and willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve fame, regardless of the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
It's high
It's the right time for me to achieve my objectives
High time
It's past the appropriate time for me to take charge
It's high
Now is the perfect moment to shine and be noticed
Allright
Things are going well and I'm satisfied
It's high time you give me the limelight
It's time for me to be in the spotlight and to receive recognition
For my blonde hair
My appearance is one of the reasons why I should be celebrated
Making me breathe deep, making my big eyes
My success fills me with excitement and energy
Stare
I'm focused sharply on achieving my goals
So I drink you down
I am absorbing my surroundings and taking them all in
And I feel the fire
I am passionate about what I'm doing
Deep inside
My emotions, effort and intentions are all burning within me
Watch out
Be aware and take heed
Spirits watch out
My entranced spiritual nature requires attention
I slip in there, assimilate
I adapt and blend seamlessly into my environment
Never too late
There is still the chance to make amends and better myself
Too late to
I missed the opportunity to do something else, but I can still change my situation
Subtract, divide and multiply
I am looking at the options available to me and weighing out my course of action
I know why I'm alive
I am aware of my purpose and reason for living
Holding my breath
I'm nervous and excited at the same time
I slip and I fall
I sometimes make mistakes and fail, but I get back up and keep trying
Writer(s): Frederick James Loneragan, Nicholas Martin Swan, Warren James Mclean, Anthony William Starr, Timothy James Doyle
Contributed by Keira T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.