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/
Some People
The Fixx Lyrics
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Some people try
Some people break it
Some people cry
Some people lose it
Some people find
Some people lead us
And some are behind
That's what we find
It's a so so make up
Make up your mind
It's a slow slow break up
That's what we find
It's a so so make up
Make up your mind
What is the point of being amused
I see the people standing abused
They keep their faces buried in hands
They keep their plates clean
But underneath
Some people drink gin
Some people dry
Some people drive cars
And some people fly
Some people take trains
Some people walk
Some people hold it
And some people talk
It's a slow slow break up
That's what we find
It's a so so make up
Make up your mind
What is the point of being amused
I see the people standing abused
They keep their faces buried in hands
They keep their plates clean
But underneath
They like to fly with the jetsetters
They want to be with the go-getters
And then the moment comes around
Once again we'll find
He's taking pills and drink just
To find his peace of mind
Some people do it
Some people won't
Some people do da
Some people don't
Some people Liepzig
Some people Prague
Some people lucid
And some people vague
It's a no go faker
That's what we find
It's a no no taker
What's on your mind
It's a no go faker
That's what we find
It's a no no taker
What's on your mind
What is the point of being amused
I see the people standing abused
They keep their faces buried in hands
They keep their plates clean
But underneath
the surface, there is a lot going on in The Fixx's song "Some People." The lyrics speak to the varying experiences and paths of different individuals, with the repeated phrase "some people" highlighting this diversity. The song opens with contrasting actions, with some people making it while others try, and some people breaking it while others cry. This emphasis on the different paths people take in life is continued throughout the song, touching on everything from means of transportation (some people drive, others fly or take trains), to locations (some people are in Leipzig, others in Prague), to emotions (some people are lucid, some are vague).
Despite the diversity of experiences, there is an overarching theme of confusion and indecision in "Some People." The chorus speaks to a slow break-up and a "so so" make-up, suggesting that these different paths and experiences are not necessarily leading to happy endings or clear resolutions. This confusion is further highlighted in the repeated question "What's on your mind?"
The verses also touch on some darker themes, with references to alcohol and drug abuse, as well as people "standing abused" and keeping their faces buried in their hands. While the song doesn't necessarily offer solutions or answers, it invites the listener to reflect on their own experiences and decisions, and to consider what lies beneath the surface of these different paths in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people make it
Some people succeed
Some people try
Some people attempt to succeed
Some people break it
Some people fail
Some people cry
Some people are emotional when they fail
Some people lose it
Some people can't keep their cool
Some people find
Some people find success
Some people lead us
Some people guide us
And some are behind
And others follow
It's a slow slow break up
Breaking up is hard
That's what we find
That's what we experience
It's a so so make up
Making up is mediocre
Make up your mind
Decide what you want
What is the point of being amused
What's the point of being entertained
I see the people standing abused
I see people being mistreated
They keep their faces buried in hands
They hide their emotions
They keep their plates clean
They maintain appearances
But underneath
But inside
Some people drink gin
Some people drink alcohol
Some people dry
Some people abstain from alcohol
Some people drive cars
Some people own and use cars
And some people fly
And some people travel by plane
Some people take trains
Some people travel by train
Some people walk
Some people travel by foot
Some people hold it
Some people maintain self-control
And some people talk
And some people express themselves freely
They like to fly with the jetsetters
They enjoy traveling in luxury
They want to be with the go-getters
They want to be successful
And then the moment comes around
And then an opportunity arises
Once again we'll find
Once again we'll experience
He's taking pills and drink just
He's using drugs and alcohol to cope
To find his peace of mind
To find inner peace
Some people do it
Some people accomplish their goals
Some people won't
Some people don't bother trying
Some people do da
Some people do random things
Some people don't
Some people refrain from doing random things
Some people Liepzig
Some people live in Leipzig
Some people Prague
Some people live in Prague
Some people lucid
Some people are clear-headed
And some people vague
And some people are unclear
It's a no go faker
Faking it won't work
What's on your mind
What are you thinking about
It's a no no taker
Rejecting opportunities won't work
Lyrics © 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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DelDuio
I really think Cy's got one of the best voices in all music. The Fixx rules still!
tinfoilhatter
i fink so too, mate~
Chad Austin
This band is simply genius
Andrea Patane
Cy Curnin's voice rocks big time. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Charles Aguilar
Love this song! It was the tune right before the song Stand or fall on the tape I recorded!
Claire BAER
'Shuttered Room,' is brilliant. I listen to my cassettte of it, all of the time! I seldomly listen to the LP, just to keep it in good condish. Cy moves me. My fav. <3
INDLIS
I’ve listened to both versions.
cinecromancer
The Fixx, with their 80's lineup intact, finally released their new CD "Beautiful Friction" on July 17, 2012 and it's getting fantastic reviews! It's available on Amazon, iTunes and elsewhere. Check out the new tunes and check out the band live on tour with dates at TheFixx.com. Thumbs up to keep post on top!
Bull Moose
Thanks for posting all these great early Fixx vids. Especially since right now, there's evidently a licensing issue here in the states for most of the original versions for their tracks.
Michael Bruns
Why is this talented rock band so underrated and underappreciated?
Only 49,000 views in 13 years.
While endless parades of talentless flash in the pan idiots rack up billions!
Like gimea break, so sad.
Good music is literally going extinct.