Neuroticfish’s sole member was Sascha Mario Klein. Klein cites his musical inspirations as such bands as Skinny Puppy, Nine Inch Nails, and Depeche Mode, and began experimenting with music on his own in the early 90’s. After Neuroticfish was born, Klein did not make the typical efforts of a muscian to send out a demo; instead, he relied on the internet as a medium of expression for his music. Klein was eventually offered a place on a synthpop compilation called A Reflexion of Synthpop. From this point on, Neuroticfish gained popularity in the club scene, where he has made an impact ever since.
Klein gained a bit of notoriety after one of his songs contained the sample "Electronic body music is dead." It has since become somewhat of a catchphrase for Neuroticfish.
On January 4th 2008 the official Neuroticfish MySpace page had a message announcing that the band would cease to exist after its performance at the 2008 edition of the Wave Gothic Treffen festival in Leipzig, Germany.
In July 2012 the website was updated after the project seemed finished. The latest updates say that Sascha and Henning Verlage are working together during Winter 2012 and Spring 2013 on a new album.
In 2015 Neuroticfish released "A Sign Of Life", his first album in 10 years. It is exclusively sold at the band's page at Bandcamp, digitally, and physical albums only being sold at Neuroticfish's regular web page.
Breaking the Cliche
Neuroticfish Lyrics
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The times I've been confused are very far away
And now I live like I want to be
Plain and simple-minded, lucky me
I was breaking with the cliche
I was clear in my mind
I was breaking with the cliche
No more being cool in the name of the cliche
No more being so confused, and I don't want to be used by the cliche
You look at me like I'm not one of you
Refusing me 'cause I do not look like you
You see yourself, so individual
Proud of the words you couldn't even spell
I was breaking with the cliche
I was clear in my mind
I was breaking with the cliche
Never afraid of what to find
No more being used in the name of the cliche
No more being so concurring, never want to find myself adoring the cliche
(Adoring the cliche)
Just sit and relax while your mind tracks...
I was breaking with the cliche
I was clear in my mind
I was breaking with the cliche
Never afraid of what to find
No more being used in the name of the cliche
No more being so confused, and I don't want to be used by the cliche
(By the cliche)
The song "Breaking the Cliche" by Neuroticfish speaks about an individual who has found peace by breaking free from societal norms and expectations. The lyrics speak of the singer's contentment with living plainly and simply, without conforming to mainstream conventions. They express the conviction to be oneself and not adopt the facade of others to fit in.
The lyrics start by talking about the singer's sense of security in their way of life, far from any confusion. They express gratitude for being able to live as they want, stating that they feel lucky. The chorus highlights the singer's defiance towards adhering to cliches, his clarity of purpose, and his fearlessness towards what lies ahead. The lyrics show an obvious disdain for following the overdone path and a desire to carve new ones. The second verse highlights how others view the singer, an outsider in their eyes for not fitting in with the collective conformity. The song ends with a call to relax and clear the mind, followed by the chorus urging listeners to break free from the cliche.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel secure in a very special way
I have a strong sense of confidence and safety that is unique to me
The times I've been confused are very far away
I rarely experience confusion anymore, it is a distant memory
And now I live like I want to be
I am living my life according to my own desires and preferences
Plain and simple-minded, lucky me
I am fortunate to have a straightforward and uncomplicated way of thinking
I was breaking with the cliche
I was moving away from typical or expected behavior and thinking
I was clear in my mind
I had a strong sense of mental clarity and purpose
Never afraid of what to find
I was not scared of discovering new experiences or ways of thinking
No more being cool in the name of the cliche
I am no longer trying to fit in or impress others by conforming to typical behavior
No more being so confused, and I don't want to be used by the cliche
I refuse to be manipulated or exploited by common societal expectations and beliefs
You look at me like I'm not one of you
Other people judge and reject me for not fitting their expectations or norms
Refusing me 'cause I do not look like you
I am rejected because my appearance or behavior does not match the norm
You see yourself, so individual
Others believe they are unique and special, standing out from the crowd
Proud of the words you couldn't even spell
People are pleased with themselves for using words or ideas they do not fully understand
No more being so concurring, never want to find myself adoring the cliche
I will not follow or agree with common beliefs or behaviors, and refuse to idolize them
Just sit and relax while your mind tracks...
Take a moment to unwind and let your thoughts wander freely
No more being used in the name of the cliche
I refuse to be exploited, manipulated, or controlled by common societal expectations and beliefs
No more being so confused, and I don't want to be used by the cliche
I will not allow others to take advantage of or use me through their expectations or beliefs
(By the cliche)
Emphasizing the importance of avoiding typical behavior and expectations
Contributed by Savannah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.