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/
I Live
The Fixx Lyrics
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As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
And so I'll hold on tight
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Take a chance to hear the call
Make a stand to be so tall
Cause it's all that you have
Like winter to follow the fall
Like winter to follow the fall
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
And the feeling just ain't right
As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
So hold on tight [Repeat: x4]
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
The song "I Live" by The Fixx is a powerful reflection on the human experience, dealing with the struggles of life and finding the will to carry on. The lyrics are filled with introspective thoughts and raw emotions, conveying the pain of feeling disconnected from the world around us. The opening lines, "And the feeling just ain't right, As I stare into the light" set the tone for the song, as the singer finds themselves lost in a state of despair. They can't seem to make sense of their thoughts, and the night feels endless.
The line "But short in foresight" suggests that the singer is unable to see a future for themselves and is living in the moment, just trying to hold on. Despite the difficulties they face, they recognize that life is all they have and are determined to make the most of it. This is echoed in the chorus, "So I live, That's about all I can say, I breathe nearly every day. Some say that it's better this way. That I live, I live".
The song repeatedly emphasizes the importance of holding on and taking chances. The line "Take a chance to hear the call, Make a stand to be so tall" encourages the listener to take risks and live boldly, even in the face of uncertainty. The song concludes with the powerful lines "It's all that I have, So hold on tight", once again insisting that life is worth fighting for, even when it feels like everything is falling apart.
Overall, "I Live" is a deeply emotional and thought-provoking song that captures the struggles of the human experience. It is a reminder that life can be difficult, but it is always worth holding onto and making the most of.
Line by Line Meaning
And the feeling just ain't right
I don't feel good about something
As I stare into the light
I'm searching for a solution
What a time to take a fall
It's a bad moment for something to go wrong
I can't stand the night
I don't like being in the dark
And it's long in the tooth
It's old and worn out
But short in foresight
There wasn't enough planning for the future
It's all that I have
I only have this one thing
And so I'll hold on tight
I'll do my best to not let it go
That's about all I can say
There's not much else to explain
I breathe nearly every day
I keep on living and surviving
Some say that it's better this way
Some people think this is the right way to live
Take a chance to hear the call
Listen for opportunities and go for it
Make a stand to be so tall
Assert yourself and stand out
Cause it's all that you have
Don't let go of what you have
Like winter to follow the fall
Expect bad times to eventually come
Oh, I live
I keep on living
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM TERENCE WOODS, CHARLES BARRETT, CYRIL JOHN CURNIN, JAMES WEST ORAM, PETER JOHN GREENALL
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Dave C.
And the feeling just ain't right
As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
And so I'll hold on tight
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Take a chance to hear the call
Make a stand to be so tall
'Cause it's all that you have
Like winter to follow the fall
Like winter to follow the fall
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Wo oh Wa oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
And the feeling just ain't right
As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Wo oh Wa oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Ms. Blaileen
Shuttered Room is just an incredible album by one of the most underrated bands of the 80s....
John Smith
1 OF MOST UNDERATED IN MUSIC ๐ถ HISTORY
willfade 79
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man, these brothers had a sound and vibe all their own. Uniquely original, in a sea of conformity..
Dave C.
And the feeling just ain't right
As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
And so I'll hold on tight
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Take a chance to hear the call
Make a stand to be so tall
'Cause it's all that you have
Like winter to follow the fall
Like winter to follow the fall
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Wo oh Wa oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
And the feeling just ain't right
As I stare into the light
What a time to take a fall
I can't stand the night
And it's long in the tooth
But short in foresight
It's all that I have
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So hold on tight
So I live
That's about all I can say
I breathe nearly every day
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
Wo oh Wa oh, I live
Some say that it's better this way
That I live, I live
325iaddict
And suddenly in my mind: "I live....!" but... what was the band it played? After some thinking I got it: the Fixx! Whooww... This is a track FULL of energy!! After years of not playing the CD, this was the track that suddenly, out of nothing, came to my mind again. Each time they sing "I live!" the volume goes up even further...
ELE comments
My fave bands that Aren't The Beatles are Rush, Oingo Boingo, Xtc, and The Fixx
Quad 5
325iaddict Same here - so I hold on tight !
tinfoilhatter
BEST BAND LIKE EVER, ASIDE FROM THE BEATLES AND XTC!
Tee Cro
One of the most over looked bands!!! Love them. Thanks for posting!