'Congratulations' was a global hit as it became a much bigger hit than 'La, La, La', which beat Cliff in the 1968 Eurovision song contest. Shortly after 'Congratulations', which was one of his solo efforts, Cliff recorded his last single with The Shadows. Again in 1973, with 'Power to All Our Friends', he entered the Eurovision song contest--this time reaching 3rd place.
The most sold artist in British Pop history - with over 40 top hits.
Worked with Stock Aitken Waterman in 1989 and the single "I Just Don't Have The Heart".
Sixty appearances at Wembley, plus sellout tour to celebrate 50 years in the business.
First hit: Move It, 1958, first no. 1: Living Doll
As big as he is in the UK, he has only had 3 Top 10 hits in the USA with the biggest still being his breakthrough 1976 single "Devil Woman" which made it all the way to #6.
Has also worked with Elton John, Mark Knopfler, Julian Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder, Phil Everly, Janet Jackson, Sheila Walsh, Van Morrison, and Olivia Newton-John.
The Only Way Out
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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From all of the lies that used to be me
And the only way out is the only way in and it's you
I've been waisting my time but not anymore
I've been through the maze and it lead to your door
And the only way out is the only way in and it's you
Getting that lonely feeling inside
Suddenly you stopped the rain, you changed the view
Now every way's leading to you
Let's get this thing going, let's move it along
Let me do all the things I've been missing so long
'cause the only way out is the only way in and it's you, oh
I spent a lot of time at the crossroads
Getting that lonely feeling inside
Suddenly you made the rescue, you pulled me through
Now let me do something for you
Let's get this thing going, let's move it along
Let's do all the things I've been missing so long
And the only way out is the only way in and it's you
Yeah the only way out is the only way in and it's you
Yeah the only way out is the only way in and it's you
Only way out is the only way in
The only way out is the only way in
Is the only way in
The only way out is the only way in
The lyrics of Cliff Richard's song The Only Way Out describe a time in the singer's life when he realized he needed to break free from the lies that had been a part of him. He discovered that the only way to do this was by going through something that brought him closer to the person who could truly help him - the person he had been looking for all along. The singer confesses that he had been wasting his time until this point - that he had been lost in a maze that seemed to have no escape. But he eventually found his way to the door that would lead to his salvation, and it was through this door that he found the only way out. In essence, the singer is saying that this person, this individual who was able to change everything for him, is the only way out of the darkness he had been living in. It's a song about hope and acceptance, and about finding the courage to take a chance on someone who might just be what you've been looking for all along.
Line by Line Meaning
Came a time in my life I had to be free
There was a point in my life where I needed to break free.
From all of the lies that used to be me
I had been living a life filled with lies.
And the only way out is the only way in and it's you
The only way to get out of my old life and begin a new one is to focus on you.
I've been waisting my time but not anymore
I had been spending my time in unproductive ways, but that has changed.
I've been through the maze and it lead to your door
I went through difficult times, but ultimately they brought me to you.
I spent a lot of time at the crossroads
I was at a turning point in my life where I had to make important decisions.
Getting that lonely feeling inside
I felt lonely and lost.
Suddenly you stopped the rain, you changed the view
You came into my life and made everything brighter and clearer.
Now every way's leading to you
Now, you are the focus of my life and everything leads to you.
Let's get this thing going, let's move it along
Let's start this new chapter of our lives together.
Let me do all the things I've been missing so long
Let me take advantage of this new opportunity and start doing the things I've been wanting to do for so long.
'cause the only way out is the only way in and it's you, oh
You are the only way out of my old life and the only way into this new one.
Suddenly you made the rescue, you pulled me through
You saved me from my old life and helped me begin a new one.
Now let me do something for you
Let me show my gratitude by doing something for you.
Let's get this thing going, let's move it along
Let's continue to move forward and make the most of this new opportunity.
Let's do all the things I've been missing so long
Let's take advantage of this fresh start and do everything we've been wanting to do.
Yeah the only way out is the only way in and it's you
Once again, you are the only way for me to move forward and create a new life.
The only way out is the only way in
There is no other way for me to leave behind my old life and begin anew.
Is the only way in
To move forward, I need to focus on you and what you bring to my life.
The only way out is the only way in
There is no other path to take other than the one that leads to you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: (GB) MARTINEZ RAY, MARTINEZ RAY (GB)
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TCBees73
One of my favourite Cliff songs. My fave era is 1978 to early 80s. His music reminds me of my childhood 😊
@davidschecter5247
One of Cliff's most enjoyable albums. Whether you're religious or not, the music and production and performances are brilliant.
@Papermac
That late seventies and early eighties sound was glorious. And Cliff’s voice had a crystalline quality that works wonders for this song.
@KausikKumaar
pure analog
@cherylween4973
Cliff's voice suits every song he sings!
@charlescrisp2814
Peter F well said and i totally agree with you
@johnbell9241
We all run through a maze in our lives but I have found my way out because of you.. Jesus.
@Daniel_san_7
Amen
@michaelnewzealand1888
Jesus is the way out and the way in.
@Daniel_san_7
Amen brother.