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/
Touch
The Fixx Lyrics
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Touch
Touch
This was a night like no other night
There were campfires on the hill
Our hearts were full of wonder
Everything felt so right we signaled eye to eye
So sweet and tender
Touch
This was a moment to be frozen in time
All the passion and the freewill
A chance to redeem our lives
Touched by the union
I thought isn't man kind
There is sweetness in the fruit
And the fruit makes the wine
In Your touch, oh
So sweet and tender
Touch
Maybe tonight oh so sweet and tender
Sweet and tender touch
Sweet and tender
Well this is the best of us
and we offer it to you
It's a celebration of all our lives
And I hope it gets us through
Some try hard to believe
Others have easy faith
The optimist and the skeptic
Both have a role to play
Like your touch oh so sweet and tender
Maybe tonight oh need is it a wonder
Don't feel right; the miracle and the wonder
Sweet sweet and tender
This is the best of us and we offer it to you
Sweet sweet and tender
Sweet sweet and tender
This was a night like no other night
Our hearts were full of wonder
And everything felt right
The air was warm and sweet baby
Yeah like your touch
Your touch we all need
Sweet and tender touch
And the owl was watching
And the world was howling
The lyrics to The Fixx's song Touch describe a moment in time that is significant and memorable for the singer. The night described is unlike any other, where campfires on a hill create a sense of wonder and everything feels right. The singer and their partner signal "eye to eye", indicating a deep connection between them. The warm and sweet air is likened to the touch of the singer's partner, suggesting a sense of comfort and intimacy.
The singer reflects on the moment, describing it as something to be "frozen in time" and a chance to redeem their lives. The union between the singer and their partner is described as a symbol of the sweetness of life, with the fruit and wine metaphor. The repeating line "sweet and tender touch" reinforces this idea of intimacy and connection between the singer and their partner. The song ends on an enigmatic note with the image of an owl watching and the world howling, suggesting that the moment described is something special and significant, but ultimately fleeting.
Line by Line Meaning
This was a night like no other night
This was an extraordinary night that was not like any other nights we have experienced.
There were campfires on the hill
On the hill, there were fires being lit by the people present.
Our hearts were full of wonder
Our hearts were overwhelmed with amazement and admiration.
Everything felt so right we signaled eye to eye
At that moment, everything felt perfect, and we acknowledged it by making eye contact.
The air was warm and sweet like your touch
The atmosphere was pleasant and delightful, reminiscent of your touch.
So sweet and tender
This moment was filled with gentleness and care, just like your touch.
This was a moment to be frozen in time
This moment was so remarkable that it deserved to be preserved forever.
All the passion and the freewill
There existed intense emotions and the freedom to act unhindered.
A chance to redeem our lives
An opportunity to improve our lives and make amends for any bad choices we have made.
Touched by the union
The union of people present moved us deeply.
I thought isn't man kind
At this moment, I thought about the nature of humanity.
There is sweetness in the fruit
There is a pleasant quality in the fruit that symbolizes life.
And the fruit makes the wine
The wine produced from the fruit shows that we can create something more significant from the gifts of nature.
In Your touch, oh
Your touch holds a special significance.
Maybe tonight oh so sweet and tender
Perhaps tonight will also be filled with gentleness and care.
Well this is the best of us
This moment is the culmination of our best qualities and efforts.
and we offer it to you
We want to share this moment with you.
It's a celebration of all our lives
This occasion marks a celebration of all the lives present.
And I hope it gets us through
I hope this moment will give strength to go through the difficult times.
Some try hard to believe
Some people put in a significant effort to have faith.
Others have easy faith
Some people have a natural ability to have faith.
The optimist and the skeptic
Both optimists and skeptics are present in this group.
Both have a role to play
Both groups have a role to fulfill in this gathering.
Like your touch oh so sweet and tender
Just like your touch, this occasion is filled with gentleness and care.
Maybe tonight oh need is it a wonder
Perhaps tonight there is a need for something remarkable to happen?
Don't feel right; the miracle and the wonder
Something does not feel correct about this situation, and the solution may require a miracle.
This is the best of us and we offer it to you
Our best qualities and efforts are evident, and we are willing to share it with you.
And the owl was watching
An owl present observed the events.
And the world was howling
The world is howling with excitement and enthusiasm.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Cy Curnin, Rupert Greenall, Jamie West-Oram, Adam Woods
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Dave Fisher
A totally brilliant song from a vastly underrated band
Ron Beretta
another example of the Fixx' unique sound, a great beat, some great synth and guitar licks, and Cy's haunting vocals.
Homer Marlow
Always liked all their hit songs, after a little research found out how good they really are. They also have the ability to play live and sound better than the recording version . Awesome dance music never gets old to me. They are tight, with vocals and great listener lyrics.
Lou Cat
Just saw them last week and they opened with this, so powerful, what a show!
Lou Cat
@Rob Connole It was the Narrows in Massachusetts. Opened with this also, so powerful live! They really nailed everything, particularly Beautiful Friction.
Rob Connole
Lou Cat was it at the Arcada Theatre? Because I saw them there a few months ago and they opened with this! 🙂
Steve Semenuk
A dream of a song. Live version is fantastic
Riley
got a shirt from goodwill with this album cover on it and looked it up to find this. Super glad I know of this band now!
Macker Maldrill
On top of being good songs, a great deal of what they wrote you can also dance to.
Scott Allsebrooke
The great percussion from Jeff Scantlebury is also a nice touch.