About the Song
"One Thing Leads to Another" is a song by English new wave band the Fixx, released by MCA Records in the US on 18 August 1983, followed by a UK release on 23 September 1983. It was the second of three singles taken from the group's second studio album, Reach the Beach, and is one of their most successful singles, reaching number four on the US Billboard Hot 100 in November 1983. It also peaked at number two on the Billboard Rock Top Tracks chart and became a number-one hit in Canada. Vocalist Cy Curnin has described the song as an indictment of dishonest politicians.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song can be interpreted as a commentary on the often complicated and intertwined nature of actions and consequences, particularly in the realm of politics. Many listeners might resonate with the themes of deception and disillusionment, reflecting on how one action can trigger a series of unexpected events. The energetic rock sound further amplifies the urgency of the message, allowing listeners to connect with both the emotional intensity and the broader issues at play. Overall, it invites reflection on personal and societal choices while acknowledging the complexities that arise from them.
Did You Know?
- The Fixx are a rock band from London, England, founded in 1979.
- The band's hits include "One Thing Leads to Another", "Saved by Zero", "Are We Ourselves?", and "Secret Separation", each of which charted in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100, as well as Mainstream Rock chart hits "Red Skies", "Stand or Fall", "Driven Out" and "Deeper and Deeper", which was featured on the soundtrack of the 1984 film Streets of Fire.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: 20th Century Masters – The Millennium Collection: The Best of the Fixx (Remastered)
- Genre: Rock
- iTunes release date: January 1, 1999
- Track runtime: 3:26
- Listed artist: The Fixx
Video Snapshot
- Video title: The Fixx – One Thing Leads To Another – Lyrics
- YouTube channel: Nicolletta13
Quick Facts
- Artist: FIXX
- Song: ONE THING LEADS TO ANOTHER
- Album/collection: 20th Century Masters – The Millennium Collection: The Best of the Fixx (Remastered)
- Genre: Rock
- Reference page: One Thing Leads to Another
