Sunless Saturday

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About Sunless Saturday

"Sunless Saturday" is a song by the Alternative rock band Fishbone from their 1991 album The Reality of My Surroundings. It remains, to this day, the band's highest charting single. The music video for the song was directed by Spike Lee.


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1991
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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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Fishbone

Fishbone is a U.S. alternative rock band formed in 1979 in Los Angeles, California, which plays a fusion of ska, punk rock, funk, hard rock and soul. Critics have noted of the band: "Fishbone was one of the most distinctive and eclectic alternative rock bands of the late '80s. With their hyperactive, self-conscious diversity, goofy sense of humor, and sharp social commentary, the group gained a sizable cult following during the late '80s, yet they were never able to earn a mainstream audience." more »

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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.
Album
The track comes from the band’s third full-length studio album called "The Reality of My Surroundings" which was released in 1991.
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.
Music Video
The music video for "Sunless Saturday" was directed by Spike Lee, a renowned American film director, producer, writer, and actor.
Live Performances
Fishbone often includes "Sunless Saturday" in their live performances, and it has become one of their most popular songs with fans.
Length and Format
The 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.
Lyrics and Themes
The 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.
Influences
Although 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.
Members
The 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).
Cultural Impact
Despite 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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