That single has been included in numerous multi-artist compilation albums and continues to receive major airplay to this day. Other hits include "Red Skies" (also known as "Red Skies (at Night)"), "Stand or Fall", "Saved by Zero", and "Are We Ourselves?". Interestingly, the group is one of the few British artists to have enjoyed significant success outside their country of origin while remaining mostly unknown in their home land, a trait which the Fixx shares with fellow new wave rockers The Outfield and Naked Eyes.
The Fixx regularly tour the U.S., they and recently celebrated a solid twenty-five years of making music together. Curnin, West-Oram, Greenall and Woods are now joined by bassist Gary Tibbs (formerly of Roxy Music, The Vibrators, Adam & The Ants). Cy Curnin can often be found on stage with a glass of wine in his right hand and an egg shaker in the left.
England's the Fixx has always been heralded as one of the most innovative and unique bands to come out of the MTV era. The group's lyrics and melodies are artistic statements of darkness and light, painting aural soundscapes that are cerebral, yet touch the heart. The Fixx's themes are complex, often introspective and thought-provoking, and yet the band's musical legacy has appealed to the masses with three No. 1 hits, five Top-5 hits, a dozen Top-10 hits, millions of albums sold worldwide, and countless sold-out tours.
The Fixx's sound is instantly recognizable. Songs like "One Thing Leads to Another" and "Red Skies (at Night)" remain staples, not just with classic rock radio stations, but on modern-rock formats that have helped break new wave-inspired acts a quarter of a century later.
It is rare for audiences to experience a band that has been together for 25 years. The Fixx were - and still are - Cy Curnin on lead vocals, guitarist Jamie West-Oram, keyboardist Rupert Greenall and drummer Adam Woods, and they bring this unique experience and perspective into the studio and on the road as the Fixx continue making innovative music.
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The band has retained their original lineup since first signing with MCA Records in 1981 and releasing their debut album, Shuttered Room, a few months later. It was the first of five MCA albums containing some of the most original and defining music of the decade. The LP produced two huge hits, "Red Skies" and "Stand Or Fall." Audiences connected with a band that had both style AND substance. The album spent an entire year on the Billboard Hot 100, earning the band their first Gold record.
In 1983, the band released Reach The Beach, their ground-breaking, double-platinum album which included the smash hits "One Thing Leads To Another" and "Saved by Zero." An extensive North American tour opening for The Police earned the Fixx critical acclaim and lifelong fans for their captivating performances.
The band continued with a string of top-selling albums. Phantoms, in 1984, included the hit song "Are We Ourselves," and in 1986, Walkabout produced the hit single "Secret Separation." Another hit on Billboard Magazine's Hot Club Play chart was "Deeper and Deeper" from the soundtrack to the Walter Hill film Streets of Fire.
In 1987 the band departed MCA for RCA Records and Calm Animals, showcased their second No. 1 rock track, "Driven Out," which became Billboard's ..4 Most Played Rock Track of the Year.
At the end of the decade, MCA released a greatest hits package titled One Thing Leads To Another, which has sold more than two million copies.
The '90s represented a turning point in music, and in the Fixx. Ink, released in 1991, showcased themes of struggle, and the song "How Much is Enough?" climbed to No. 10 on the Modern Rock chart. But other melodic and introspective ballads failed to find a place in the then-burgeoning grunge scene.
The band members spent some time apart, to raise families, pursue other interests, and to let the musical world decide where it was going. But there was never any thought of retirement. After the band's hiatus, The Ultimate Fixx Collection was released, showcasing the trademark FIXX sound - ethereal keyboards, an inventive rhythm section, passionate vocals and shattering guitar work - a sound that has produced a variety of memorable hits which remain significant today.
The band returned to the studio for CMC International Records. Elemental, released in 1998, marked a new, contemporary evolution in the group's history, blending the familiar FIXX sound with a fresh, modern feel. It showcased the band's signature rock sound with songs such as "Two Different Views" and "We Once Held Hands." With Elemental, the Fixx reclaimed their place in pop culture. Their creative energy and spirit renewed, the recording sessions yielded too many songs for just one CD, and later a second collection was released entitled Happy Landings and Lost Tracks, including "Mayfly" and "Freeman."
The wonderful acoustic 1011 Woodland, from 1999, was the other CMC release, and featured many of the band's favorite tunes, including "Woman on a Train" and "Cameras in Paris."
The group's unstoppable creative drive bore the 2003 release Want That Life on Rainman Records. Produced by their late collaborator and motivator Martin Rex, and with bassist Gary Tibbs, completing the line-up, it became The Fixx's eighth studio album and featured the haunting and thought-provoking "Touch" and "Are You Satisfied?"
It is the band's unmistakable sound and relevant, accessible songs that keep the Fixx unique among the thousands of artists that fill the airwaves. In concert, the band delivers that same sonic authenticity because they are the genuine article, the real deal. Concert-goers, whether Fixxtures (longtime fans) or those experiencing the Fixx for the first time, are thrilled by the band's dynamic stage presence and trademark sound.
Having celebrated their 25th anniversary with a DVD made by fans, and the imminent release of new songs, the band once again proves that they are constantly evolving, seeking new heights. In March of this year, the band reconvened in London with bassist Dan K. Brown, much to the delight of long-time Fixxtures.
The Fixx, with their combination of classic hits and innovative new music, continues to excite and inspire - both live and on record.
See: http://www.thefixx.com/
1 Thing Leads To Another
The Fixx Lyrics
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You've got a blank face, which irritates
Communicate, pull out your party piece
You see dimensions in two
State your case with black or white
But when one little cross leads to shots, grit your teeth
You run for cover so discreet, why don't they:
One thing leads to another
You told me something wrong, I know I listen too long
But then one thing leads to another.
The impression that you sell
Passes in and out like a scent
But the long face that you see comes from living close
To your fears
If this is up then I'm up but you're running out of sight
You've seen your name on the walls
And when one little bump leads to shock miss a beat
You run for cover and there's heat, why don't they:
Do what they say, say what they mean
One thing leads to another
You told me something wrong, I know I listen too long
But then one thing leads to another
One thing leads to another
Then it's easy to believe
Somebody's been lying to me
But when the wrong word goes in the right ear
I know you've been lying to me
It's getting rough, off the cuff I've got to say enough's enough
Bigger the harder he falls
But when the wrong antidote is like a bulge on the throat
You runs for cover in the heat why don't they
Do what they say, say what they mean
One thing leads to another
You tell me something wrong, I know I listen too long
But then one thing leads to another
One thing leads to another
One thing leads to another
The Fixx's song One Thing Leads To Another is a commentary on communication, deception, and misunderstandings in relationships. In the first verse, the singer calls out someone's deceptive communication tactics that irritate them. They encourage the person to communicate honestly and reveal their true intentions or "party piece." However, they warn that when a disagreement or misunderstanding arises, it can quickly escalate into something much more serious ("one little cross leads to shots"). The singer observes that, instead of resolving the issue, people often try to avoid conflict and hide ("you run for cover so discreet").
In the second verse, the singer comments on the effects of living in fear and the impression that people give off to mask their insecurities or anxieties. They also touch on the danger of listening to rumors and false information ("when the wrong word goes in the right ear"). The chorus repeats the idea that "one thing leads to another," emphasizing the importance of clear communication and honesty in order to prevent misunderstandings.
Overall, the lyrics to One Thing Leads To Another encourage people to speak truthfully and directly, rather than relying on deception or avoidance. The song highlights the dangers of miscommunication and misunderstandings, and encourages people to communicate honestly and openly with others.
Line by Line Meaning
The deception with tact, just what are you trying to say?
Why not speak directly without manipulating?
You've got a blank face, which irritates
Your expression is emotionless and annoying
Communicate, pull out your party piece
Express yourself honestly and openly
You see dimensions in two
Your perspective is narrow
State your case with black or white
Explain yourself in absolutes
But when one little cross leads to shots, grit your teeth
Be prepared for conflict when a small disagreement turns into a larger one
You run for cover so discreet, why don't they:
You try to hide the conflict rather than facing it head-on
Do what they say, say what you mean
Act on your words and express your thoughts truthfully
One thing leads to another
Every action has consequences and leads to another
You told me something wrong, I know I listen too long
I was deceived but I was too trusting
The impression that you sell
The image you present to others
Passes in and out like a scent
It's temporary and fades away
But the long face that you see comes from living close to your fears
You're being held back by your fears
If this is up then I'm up but you're running out of sight
Our situation is not the same, as you're moving away from it
You've seen your name on the walls
You're becoming famous
And when one little bump leads to shock miss a beat
A small problem leads to a big one and it disrupts you
You run for cover and there's heat, why don't they:
You avoid facing the problem, despite there being consequences
Then it's easy to believe, somebody's been lying to me
It's easy to think someone deceived me
But when the wrong word goes in the right ear
If something is presented incorrectly but still believed
I know you've been lying to me
I believe you lied to me
It's getting rough, off the cuff I've got to say enough's enough
Things are getting difficult and enough is enough
Bigger the harder he falls
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
But when the wrong antidote is like a bulge on the throat
The wrong solution makes the problem even worse
You runs for cover in the heat why don't they
You avoid confrontation, despite it being necessary
One thing leads to another
Every action has consequences and leads to another
One thing leads to another
Every action has consequences and leads to another
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM WOODS, ALFRED AGIUS, CYRIL CURNIN, JAMES WEST-ORAM, PETER GREENALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@krelbar
+paradisecityX0 Doesn't compare to MTV when it actually showed music...DIVERSE styles of music.
The 80s were a party, the 90s were about songs wallowing in depression.
If you want to talk about childrens entertainment...Transformers beat the shit out of Power Rangers. Star Blazers destroyed all.
Golden age of playstation?...you're ignoring the golden age of coin op arcades and the original home video game consoles. You had to live in that time to understand.
80s were the last decade of 'hometown cops' before we turned into a police state. We could basically do what we wanted as long as we weren't harming anyone.
90s blew chunks...and each decade has been declining since.
@gempath5533
Who is still listening to this awesome song in 2024? 💥💥💥💥💥 😇
@spacecadet622
me 2
@haveapleasantday
😎☝️😉😎
@michiwoman
Me
@mikekrahel8459
Yeah getting my Fixx 🤘
@paulmiller5032
Me
@ScorpioMojo
The bass is kicking, plus kickass vocals and lyrics = 80's dance classic🕺🏽
@1waychild
THIS is one of those iconic videos from the early MTV generation .... Nothing can replace it.
You HAD to be there.
@gordonmodel94jr.39
I want to memorize these lyrics and sing it to my wife.
@ChipsGoutSmegma
We don't, actually soon majority of people will not been there and... that's ok, like REALLY ok, not a problem at all