With this personal stamp, her musical and vocal versatility and the incredible warmth and clarity of her songs, Sara has created a fan-base in Germany that extends far beyond the borders of the guitar genre. Her desire for perfection, both in the studio and on stage, has also enabled her to sing and play her way into the hearts of the hi-fidelity gourmets.
Fish Outta Water
Sara K. Lyrics
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Outta pocket, too much loose chance can't stop it once it gets in your veins can't stop it once it's under your skin can't stop it once you let it in you're a fish outta water ain't got much time
Said, back off, mama
ain't got the goods
in your engine, under your hood
your Mazarati ain't got no stick
and a fish outta water ain't got much time
Get off that roller coaster with that feather in your hat
lookin over your shoulder like somebody's got your back
you ain't goin nowhere if your train's runnin off the track
can't fool a fooler, baby, ain't got much time.
We all get what we pay for and there ain't nothin wrong with that
wanna get it right the first time 'case there ain't no comin back
& if you don't get the picture, it's still a matter of fact,
can't fool a fooler, baby...
Back off, mama, your one time sting is a two-timin bird can't sing & you're a fish outta water, fish outta water ain't got much time.
The song "Fish Outta Water" by Sara K. is a story about dealing with addiction and the struggle to get out of it. The opening verse suggests that once you get hooked onto something, it's tough to stop it, and the longer you let it stay with you, the harder it is to let go of. The metaphor of a "fish outta water" implies that the individual in question is struggling to survive in their current state, just like a fish that is taken out of the water and left to die. It is an urgent message, compounded by the recurring theme of "ain't got much time" throughout the song.
The song then continues to address someone whom Sara K. calls "Mama," which could refer to a mother, a partner, or a person's addiction itself. The lines, "'your Mazarati ain't got no stick/Mazarati just drives real quick," imply that this person or addiction may have some initial glamour, but ultimately it lacks true substance or depth. The song then advises the listener to get off the rollercoaster, look ahead, and not worry about who is following them. Next, Sara K. warns that you cannot progress in life if you keep losing track of your objectives, indicating the vital importance of having a clear plan and following it. Finally, the song concludes with the idea that you get what you pay for in life and if you make good decisions, you can avoid the pain of regret, but if you're not careful, life can quickly spiral out of your control.
Overall, "Fish Outta Water" is a powerful message to those struggling with addiction, urging those who are lost to keep their heads up, make wise decisions and refuse to let their addictions rule their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Outta pocket, too much loose chance
You've taken too many risks and now you're in trouble.
Can't stop it once it gets in your veins
Once you start doing something, it becomes addictive and hard to stop.
Can't stop it once it's under your skin
When you've become addicted to something, it's hard to break the habit.
Can't stop it once you let it in
If you let something or someone into your life, it's hard to get rid of them.
You're a fish outta water
You feel uncomfortable and out of place.
Ain't got much time
You're running out of time to change your ways and fix the situation.
Get off that roller coaster with that feather in your hat
Stop living recklessly and irresponsibly.
Lookin over your shoulder like somebody's got your back
You're being paranoid and don't trust anyone.
You ain't goin nowhere if your train's runnin off the track
If you're not on the right path, you won't be successful.
We all get what we pay for and there ain't nothin wrong with that
You get what you deserve, so be careful with your actions.
Wanna get it right the first time 'case there ain't no comin back
Make wise decisions because you can't undo the past.
Can't fool a fooler, baby
You can't deceive someone who's experienced in that area.
Your one time sting is a two-timin bird can't sing
You've lost your one shot at success and now you're not able to do it again.
And you're a fish outta water
You're uncomfortable and don't belong in this situation.
Fish outta water ain't got much time
You're running out of time to find a comfortable situation for yourself.
Contributed by Gianna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.