King's major success began in the 1960s when she and her first husband, Gerry Goffin, wrote more than two dozen chart hits, many of which have become standards, for numerous artists. She has continued writing for other artists since then. King's success as a performer in her own right did not come until the 1970s, when she sang her own songs, accompanying herself on the piano, in a series of albums and concerts. After experiencing commercial disappointment with her debut album Writer, King scored her breakthrough with the album Tapestry, which topped the U.S. album chart for 15 weeks in 1971 and remained on the charts for more than six years.
King has made 25 solo albums, the most successful being Tapestry, which held the record for most weeks at No. 1 by a female artist for more than 20 years. Her record sales were estimated at more than 75 million copies worldwide. She has won four Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. She has been inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as a performer and songwriter. She is the recipient of the 2013 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, the first woman to be so honored. She is also a 2015 Kennedy Center Honoree.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carole_King
Studio albums
Writer (1970)
Tapestry (1971)
Music (1971)
Rhymes & Reasons (1972)
Fantasy (1973)
Wrap Around Joy (1974)
Thoroughbred (1976)
Simple Things (1977)
Welcome Home (1978)
Touch the Sky (1979)
Pearls: Songs of Goffin and King (1980)
One to One (1982)
Speeding Time (1983)
City Streets (1989)
Colour of Your Dreams (1993)
Love Makes the World (2001)
A Holiday Carole (2011)
One To One
Carole King Lyrics
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Whenever I find injustice being done
And I wonder, what am I gonna do?
What am I gonna do?
What can one do except be one?
Talking to two, touching three
Growing to four million
I go through phases when I realize
It wouldn't be wise to try and bring it down
And I wonder, what am I gonna do? (What am I gonna do?)
What am I gonna do? (Ah-ah-ah-ah)
What should one do except just be around?
Staying alive, putting out love
Growing to five billion
Each of us is one, all of us are one
Open your heart and let the love come shining through
And you will do what you need to do
To know just where the other you is coming from
He is one
She is one
A tree is one
The earth is one
The universe is one
I am one
We are one
It just amazes me that I can be
Part of the energy it takes to serve each other
And I wonder, what am I gonna do?
What am I gonna do?
What can one do except be one?
Each of us is one
All of us are one
We are one
What am I gonna do?
What am I gonna do?
Be one
The song One To One by Carole King is a passionate call to action for people to come together and be united as one. It is a message of equality and love, encouraging people to open their hearts and let the love shine through to understand one another better. The lyrics talk about the injustice being done, and the singer is feeling helpless about the situation. She wonders what she can do, and the answer comes to her – she can just be a part of the larger movement of people growing in number, growing in love, and growing stronger as one.
The lyrics emphasize that being united as one is the key to making a difference in the world. The singer urges people to stay alive, spread love, and keep growing to five billion. She tells us that the earth is one, the universe is one, and every one of us is one. This understanding of oneness can bring us closer to each other, and we can work together to make the world a better place. The singer concludes the song by saying that she will be one, and everyone else should also be one.
Overall, One To One is a powerful song that implores us to reject division and come together as one to create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Poetic phrases come to mind
Sometimes I think about beautiful words when I see unfair things happening.
Whenever I find injustice being done
When I witness unfairness, wrongdoing or inequality.
And I wonder, what am I gonna do?
I ask myself what action do I need to take to make things better?
What can one do except be one?
The only thing we can do is to be ourselves, unite with others and strive for a better world.
Talking to two, touching three
By connecting with others, sharing our thoughts and feelings, we can have a greater impact on the world.
Growing to four million
As we share our message with others, it can spread and influence more and more people.
Each of us is one, all of us are one
We are all individuals, but united we form a greater whole, and each of our actions can make a difference.
I go through phases when I realize
Sometimes I have moments of realization, realizing that it might not be possible to change everything instantly or alone.
It wouldn't be wise to try and bring it down
We can't always fight against the negative forces in the world, but we should focus on what we can control.
What should one do except just be around?
Sometimes just by being present, caring and supporting others, we can make a positive impact.
Staying alive, putting out love
Living and loving with an open heart, even in the face of difficulties, can inspire others and create more positivity.
Growing to five billion
Together, our actions can lead to positive change for billions of people.
Open your heart and let the love come shining through
By being open to love and compassion, we can better connect with others and create a more loving world.
And you will do what you need to do
Once we have love in our hearts and an open mind, we will act in a way that is true to our values and intentions.
To know just where the other you is coming from
Seeking to understand the perspectives, experiences and emotions of others can lead to more empathy, compassion and understanding.
He is one
Every man is one, an individual with their own unique experiences and feelings.
She is one
Every woman is one, an individual with their own unique experiences and feelings.
A tree is one
Even a tree, a living thing that seems separate from us, is one part of our interconnected world.
The earth is one
We are all part of the same planet, and we must take care of it together.
The universe is one
The universe is vast and infinite, and we are just a small part of it.
I am one
I am an individual with my own unique experiences and feelings.
We are one
We are all connected and part of a greater whole, and our actions can make a difference.
It just amazes me that I can be
I find it incredible that even as one small person, I can have an impact on the world.
Part of the energy it takes to serve each other
Together, our collective energy and actions can create positive change for the benefit of all.
And I wonder, what am I gonna do?
I continue to question and reflect on my actions, always striving for ways to make a positive difference.
What can one do except be one?
Ultimately, the most important thing we can do is to be ourselves, true to our values and intentions, and work to create a more positive world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Carole King
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