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/
Anyone Else
The Fixx Lyrics
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We're in to weapons when the powerless speak
It's a small game, with a big deduction
A fools parade, over the blown, when will we know?
That we should seek what we've sown
Is what you'll read (?)
When we find ourselves, where shall we be?
Devil knowledge, headless state
Taking on, as we debate
When will know what we should see?
For what we saw, you know you'll read(?)
Running mind, howling banshee
No more a fugitive than you or I
The jealous cursed, crashed and burned
Beyond a countable way to die
When will know what we should see?
To what we saw, you know we'll read
When will know what we have lost
For what we've seen, it's final cost
I can only be myself
I can't be anyone else but me
Please don't need anyone else
Vlease don't be anyone else
You can't be
When will we know, what we have caused
The new chance rain, is it already lost?
When will we know?
I can only be myself
I can't be anyone else but me
When will we know?
I can only be myself
I can't be anyone else but me
Anyone else
When will we know?
The Fixx’s song Anyone Else is a commentary on power and powerlessness, suggesting that in certain situations, the powerless are incapable of being heard or understood. The ideational theme is exposed through metaphoric language throughout the lyrics. The song opens with the image of a lack of words and a lack of reach, indicating that some people have no means of expressing themselves. When such people try to speak, they’re met with weapons, indicating that their speech is seen as a threat to the powerful. The song builds tension by constantly reinforcing the idea that the powerless are constantly oppressed in these situations.
The chorus of the song features the line "When will we know what we should see?" which speaks to the idea that some things are hidden from view and that something must be done to bring it to light. The song seems to suggest that if a change is going to occur, it will not happen naturally but must be brought about through deliberate action. The final message of the song is a call for individuality and autonomy, a demand to not conform to societal norms, and to be one's self.
Line by Line Meaning
Lack of words, lack of reach
We are unable to articulate our feelings and have limited influence on our surroundings.
We're in to weapons when the powerless speak
We resort to violence when we feel helpless and cannot express ourselves effectively.
It's a small game, with a big deduction
Our actions may seem insignificant, yet they have far-reaching consequences.
A fools parade, over the blown, when will we know?
We continue to make foolish decisions, despite the disastrous outcomes. When will we learn?
That we should seek what we've sown, is what you'll read (?)
We must take responsibility for our actions and face the consequences. This message will become clear.
Open doors, random keys
We encounter new opportunities and challenges, but may not have control over the outcome.
When we find ourselves, where shall we be?
As we discover our true selves, we may also realize we are not where we thought we would be in life.
Devil knowledge, headless state
We may possess knowledge that is both enlightening and destructive, yet lack clear direction or focus.
Taking on, as we debate
We engage in discussion and argument in hopes of solving our problems and making progress.
When will know what we should see?
When will we understand what we need to perceive in order to make positive changes?
For what we saw, you know you'll read(?)
The consequences of our actions will be clear for all to see.
Running mind, howling banshee
Our thoughts and emotions are in turmoil, creating chaos and confusion.
No more a fugitive than you or I
We are all in this together and share a common struggle.
The jealous cursed, crashed and burned
Those who acted out of envy or malice have suffered the consequences of their actions.
Beyond a countable way to die
The damage caused by these negative forces cannot be quantified or easily repaired.
For what we've seen, it's final cost
The price we pay for our decisions and experiences may be permanent and irrevocable.
I can only be myself
We must accept ourselves for who we are and be true to our authentic selves.
I can't be anyone else but me
We cannot change who we are, and should not try to be someone else to please others.
Please don't need anyone else
We should not rely on others for our own sense of worth or identity.
Vlease don't be anyone else
We should not attempt to change others or hold them to unrealistic standards.
You can't be
No one can be someone they are not, and it is unfair to expect them to.
When will we know, what we have caused
We must take accountability for the impact of our actions on others and the world around us.
The new chance rain, is it already lost?
We may have missed opportunities to make things right and create positive change.
Anyone else
No one else can be who we are, and we should embrace our unique qualities and perspectives.
When will we know?
We must continue to seek knowledge and understanding to make the world a better place.
Contributed by Kaelyn I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matt curry
Was fortunate to be in this a couple years ago, didn't realize the power behind it fully till watching it years later ♡
Stacey Carmody
Cool!
Tom Markel
Same here I have seen them twice at The Birchmere and they were better than ever!
Marie Rains
Saaaaame!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
DRRwine
Still more relevant than most "artists" today. Love these guys!
John Thomas
The Fixx are in my Personal Hall of Fame !! Great Band; Live or on record. True Craftsmen in every sense !!....
Travel Man
Wow, I like this. Came across it by chance. Powerful stuff.
Marie Rains
This was such an amazing project to work on. So proud to be a part of it. ❤
Zandar X
outstanding. life changing. emotional. im a metal guy and this brings tears to my eyes. Listened to the Fixx for years..revolutionary and some of the best lyrics out there.
Steven Gatewood
I remember when I saw The Fixx in Milwaukee on the tour promoting Beautiful Friction, at Shank Hall. I hadn't heard the album yet, and when they sang this song, I was pumped. This song could have been on the first record. One of my favs. The Fixx haven't lost a step. Always great.