Their debut album, "Everything Sucks" (1995), was an underground hit and led to a deal with Mojo Records (see also Mojo), an indie label. "Turn the Radio Off" (1996) established the band in the underground music scene, and they began touring throughout the USA. After the single "Sell Out" began breaking into the mainstream, including MTV, the album made an appearance on the charts. The ska revival was short-lived, however, and "Why Do They Rock So Hard?" (1998) did not lead the group to the mainstream.
Reel Big Fish released "Cheer Up" (2002) which began a movement into harder rock and pop sounds, with much less ska than the previous albums. The song "Where Have You Been?" was aimed at a wider audience, trying to drop the less popular ska sound, but was met with little mainstream success, despite the video. Their second most recent studio album was "We're Not Happy Until You're Not Happy" (2005).
They recently released "Our Live Album is Better Than Your Live Album" (2006) which includes 2 discs worth or their own tunes and a few covers of popular songs along with a DVD. They have worked on the soundtrack to BASEketball, which included a cover of A-Ha's Take On Me.
In 2006, they split from Jive records, who produced a "Best of" album against the will of the band, who could not prevent the release. The band has made a campaign to try and stop people buying the album.
Their 7th album "Monkeys For Nothing and the Chimps For Free" (2007) includes some songs that were previously recorded and released on other albums. It was also the first album with the band's new label, Rock Ridge Records.
In 2009, they released "Fame, Fortune, and Fornication" an album composed of covers of older songs, including "Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty, and "Nothin' But a Good Time" by Poison.
In 2012, Reel Big Fish released "Candy Coated Fury", which is their second album on Rock Ridge Records. This album was met with heavy amounts of criticism from fans and reviewers alike. PunkNews.org gave the album a 2/10.
in 2014, they released "Happy Skalidays", a holiday themed EP.
Their current release is 2018's "Life Sucks... Let's Dance!", which gained generally positive reviews from fans and critics.
Current members:
Aaron Barrett - guitar, lead vocals (1992–present)
Dan Regan - trombone, backing vocals (1994–present)
John Christianson - trumpet, backing vocals (2004–present)
Ryland Steen - drums (2005–present)
Derek Gibbs - bass guitar (2007–present)
Past members:
Ben Guzman - vocals (1992–1994)
Zach Gilltrap - keyboards/synthesizers (1992–1994)
Lisa Smith - guitar (1992–1994)
Eric Vismantes - trumpet (1994)
Stephan Reed - saxophone (1994)
Robert Quimby - trombone (1994–1995)
Adam Polakoff - saxophone (1994–1995)
Grant Barry - trombone (1995–1998)
Andrew Gonzales - drums (1992–1998)
Tavis Werts - trumpet (1994–2001)
Carlos de la Garza - drums (1999–2003)
Tyler Jones - trumpet (2001–2004)
Justin Ferreira - drums (2003–2005)
Matt Wong - bass, backing vocals (1992–2007)
Scott Klopfenstein - trumpet, guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (1995–2011)
All I Want Is More
Reel Big Fish Lyrics
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I'm just sittin' here wastin' so much time
I know it's my fault but it's not my problem anymore,
Some day maybe she'll come back to me and
I'll say "why don't you go fuck yourself!"
But everybody's talkin' they know that I'm lyin'
She gave me everything, all I want is more
I wrote this song for her. but it won't
Make up for anything. I know it's too late
So why do I wait? it's not my problem
Anymore
Some day, maybe she'll come back to me and
I'll say, "why don't you go fuck yourself!?"
But everybody's talkin', they know that I'm lyin'
She won't do anything and I'll always wait for her
Some day, maybe she'll come back to me and
I'll say, "why don't you go fuck yourself!?"
Everybody's talkin', they know that I'm lyin'
She gave me everything
But all I want is more
All I want is more
All I want is more
The song All I Want is More by the American ska-rock band Reel Big Fish is a reflection on a dissolving relationship. The opening lines of the song provide a clue to the chaotic and uncertain state of affairs between the singer (presumably the vocalist) and his partner. When he asks, "Why can't she make up her fuckin' mind?" he hints that his lover has been indecisive and non-committal about the relationship. Despite the dysfunction, the singer admits that he is wasting too much time waiting for her to decide. However, he is aware that the disintegration of the relationship is partly his fault, and he confesses that it is not his problem anymore.
Despite the conflict and bitterness of the situation, the singer holds onto hope that his partner might come back to him someday. However, he knows deep down that it is a lie, and the accusations of the people around him make it worse. He also acknowledges that his former partner gave him everything, admitting that he is selfish and will always want more. In the end, he drops the act and admits that he would likely respond with anger and hostility if she returned to him.
Line by Line Meaning
Why can't she make up her fuckin' mind
I am frustrated that she can't make a decision and it's causing me to waste my time.
I'm just sittin' here wastin' so much time
I am sitting idle and losing precious time.
I know it's my fault but it's not my problem anymore
I take responsibility for my mistake, but it's not my responsibility anymore.
Some day maybe she'll come back to me and I'll say "why don't you go fuck yourself!"
Maybe she will regret her decision and return to me, but I will refuse to forgive her.
But everybody's talkin' they know that I'm lyin'
People know that I am lying about not caring anymore.
She gave me everything, all I want is more
She gave me everything that should have been enough, but I am still greedy enough to want more.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: AARON BARRETT, ADAM POLAKOFF, MATT WONG
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