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)
Talk Dirty to Me
Reel Big Fish Lyrics
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I've never seen you look so good
You never act the way you should
But I like it
And I know you like it too
The way that I want you
I've gotta have you
I never, I never ever stay out late
You know that I can hardly wait
Just to see you, and I know you cannot wait
Await to see me too, I've gotta touch you
'Cause baby we'll be at the drive-in's
In the old man's Ford
Behind the bushes until I'm screamin' for more
Down the basement, lock the cellar door
And baby, talk dirty to me
You know I call you, I call you on the telephone
I'm only hoping that you're home so I can hear you
When you say those words to me
And whisper so softly, I gotta hear you
'Cause baby we'll be at the drive-in
In the old man's Ford
Behind the bushes until I'm screamin' for more
Down the basement, lock the cellar door
And baby, talk dirty to me
CC pick up that guitar and talk to me
'Cause baby we'll be at the drive-in's
In the old man's Ford
Behind them bushes till I'm screamin' for more, more, more
Down the basement, and lock the cellar door
And baby, talk dirty to me, yeah
And baby, talk dirty to me, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
And baby, talk dirty to me
The lyrics of Reel Big Fish's song Talk Dirty to Me describe a man's sexual desire for a woman he likes, regardless of her behavior or appearance. He admires her looks and enjoys the fact that she doesn't act the way she should. He wants her, and he knows she wants him too. The lyrics go on to describe a scenario where they go to the drive-in in an old man's Ford and engage in sexual activity behind the bushes or in the basement, and he asks her to "talk dirty" to him. Essentially, the song is about a man's fantasy of having sexual encounters with a woman who he finds attractive and intriguing.
Some may argue that the lyrics are objectifying or promote unhealthy sexual behavior, but the band has stated that they intended the song to be satirical and tongue-in-cheek. The lyrics are not meant to be taken seriously, and the band members have said that they wanted to comment on societal attitudes towards women and sex.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I never
I have never done this before
I've never seen you look so good
I think you look attractive and you are presenting yourself well
You never act the way you should
You are not conforming to societal norms or expectations
But I like it
I find your behavior intriguing or attractive
And I know you like it too
I believe you also find my behavior intriguing or attractive
The way that I want you
I desire you sexually
I've gotta have you
I feel a strong urge to engage in sexual activity with you
Oh yes, I do
I am very eager and enthusiastic about this prospect
I never, I never ever stay out late
I am not usually one to stay out late
You know that I can hardly wait
I am extremely excited and impatient
Just to see you, and I know you cannot wait
I am excited to see you, and I believe you are excited to see me
Await to see me too, I've gotta touch you
I am eager to physically interact with you
'Cause baby we'll be at the drive-in's
We will be going to the drive-in theater
In the old man's Ford
We will be traveling in an old Ford car that belongs to someone else
Behind the bushes until I'm screamin' for more
We will engage in sexual activity in a secluded area and I will desire more
Down the basement, lock the cellar door
We will also engage in sexual activity in a hidden indoor area
And baby, talk dirty to me
Speak to me in a sexually suggestive or explicit way
You know I call you, I call you on the telephone
I communicate with you via telephone
I'm only hoping that you're home so I can hear you
I am only contacting you in hopes that you are available to engage in sexual conversation
When you say those words to me
When you speak to me in a sexually suggestive or explicit way
And whisper so softly, I gotta hear you
Your words must be spoken softly and seductively
CC pick up that guitar and talk to me
CC (a band member) is requested to play a guitar and engage in sexual conversation
Behind them bushes till I'm screamin' for more, more, more
We will engage in sexual activity in a secluded outdoor area and I will desire more
And baby, talk dirty to me, yeah
Once again, please speak to me in a sexually suggestive or explicit way
And baby, talk dirty to me, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
I desire sexual conversation with you and I am enthusiastic about it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bobby Dall, Bret Michaels, Bruce Anthony Johannesson, Rikki Rocket
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