Sunless Saturday
Fishbone
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I see the pestilence outside my window I see the dung heaps piled at least a mile high I see the shards of shattered dreams in the street I face the morning with my customary sigh I hear the sounds of children laughing aloud A stumbling wind has attracted quite a crowd My breakfast finished now i brave the outside But clouds have hidden all the warmth inside Chase these clouds away I hate this sunless Saturday Freedom come For us now Light our sky Burn away these clouds Perhaps the charcoal grey and brown around me Is just the mirror image of tainted soul I think the sun will never visit my sky Until the truth is seen by each and every eye I see the helpless and i see the insane I see a pauper singing in the pouring rain I see the means of help elude us again I think the sun will never visit me again
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Written by: KENDALL REY JONES
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10 facts about this song
Band"Sunless Saturday" is a song by Fishbone, an American band that is known for fusing eclectic styles such as punk rock, ska, funk and heavy metal.
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AlbumThe track comes from the band’s third full-length studio album called "The Reality of My Surroundings" which was released in 1991.
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Commercial Success"Sunless Saturday" was the most successful single from "The Reality of My Surroundings", and it became a significant hit on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Sunless Saturday" was directed by Spike Lee, a renowned American film director, producer, writer, and actor.
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Live PerformancesFishbone often includes "Sunless Saturday" in their live performances, and it has become one of their most popular songs with fans.
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Length and FormatThe song has a runtime of approximately 4 minutes and 16 seconds. Its format follows the traditional verse-chorus structure but features numerous breakdowns and instrumental sections typical of Fishbone's eclectic style.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe lyrics to "Sunless Saturday" reflect the band members' realities and experiences at the time, and the song deals with themes of alienation and longing for understanding.
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InfluencesAlthough Fishbone’s music draws from a wide range of influences, "Sunless Saturday", like much of their work, stood out because of its unique blend of rock, punk, and ska.
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MembersThe band members involved in the production of the song include Angelo Moore (vocals, saxophone), Walt Kibby (vocals, trumpet), John Norwood Fisher (bass), Kendall Jones (guitar), Chris Dowd (vocals, keyboards), and Philip "Fish" Fisher (drums).
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Cultural ImpactDespite its commercial success being limited mainly to the United States, the song made a significant cultural impact and is still widely recognized by fans of alternative rock and ska-punk genres.
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