When D:Ream got famous, its main members were Peter Cunnah (vocalist and songwriter) and Al Mackenzie (musician and producer), though, afterwards, the group would in fact become a one man band, exclusively centred upon the singer.
Another member, Brian Cox played keyboards for several years in D:Ream, while studying for his PhD. There were a number of vocalists who changed over time - a popular one was T.J. Davis, who is featured as co-lead vocalist on The Power (Of All the Love in the World), one of the singles taken from their second album, World, in 1995, as well as performing backing vocals on many other songs.
The band's first album, D:Ream On Volume 1, which was promoted for almost two years, since its date of release, in 1993, until a short time before the first single taken from the second album, Shoot Me with Your Love, was out, in 1995, has produced some 7 singles (in fact, 'only' six, since Star and I Like It came on a joint release as a double A-side single), but it was the track called Things Can Only Get Better - an original song by the group, not to be confused with the single of the same name by Howard Jones - that gave them UK success and international fame.
After supporting Take That on their tour, their song Things Can Only Get Better topped the UK Charts, in early 1994. Already released in late 1993, when the track did not get higher than Number 24, it was later adopted by the UK Labour Party as their theme for the 1997 UK General Election, and consequently released for the third time, this time getting to Number 19. Though this respectable chart position, the group's record company chose to release their first compilation, The Best of D:Ream, in 1997, instead of their third studio album, which was never out so far.
D:Ream can claim as part of the achievements in their musical career:
* 1 Number 1 hit: the re-release of Things Can Only Get Better;
2 Top 10 hits: the second re-release of U R The Best Thing, and Shoot Me with Your Love;
* 4 Top 20 hits: the re-release of U R The Best Thing, Take Me Away, Party Up the World, and the second re-release of Things Can Only Get Better;
* 4 Top 30 hits: the first release of Things Can Only Get Better, Unforgiven, Blame It on Me, and the double A-side Star / I Like It;
* 1 Top 40 hit: The Power (Of All the Love in the World);
* 1 Top 75 hit: the first release of U R The Best Thing.
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U R The Best Thing
D:Ream Lyrics
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You are the best thing
My simple heart will live and learn
I took a chance at the price my soul will burn
Me inside, my desire
I put the question down on my knees
No pretty thoughts that would satisfy my needs
So I run on home in search of friendship
They wouldn't last
'Cause they weren't right not like you
You are the best thing I've ever had
A kind of feeling I've been searching for at last
You are the best thing see me through
I never thought that any love could be so true
I've found true love
I've found true love
And standing here they pass me by
They were wasted cold and empty deep inside
I would hope let me die
And you may ask where are they now
Just look around you lift your head above the crowd
I know now what I didn't know
So I run on home in search of friendship
They wouldn't last
'Cause they weren't right not like you
You are the best thing I've ever had
A kind of feeling I've been searching for at last
You are the best thing see me through
I never thought that any love could be so true
I've found true love
I've found true love
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing come see me through
I never thought that any love could be so true
I've found true love
I've found true love
You are the best thing I've ever had
Got a feelin', I've got the feelin' yeah
You are the best thing
D:Ream's song U R the Best Thing seems to be about someone who has found true love, perhaps after a long and difficult search. The lyrics suggest that the singer has taken risks in the past, perhaps getting involved with people who ultimately let them down. However, now they have found someone who truly makes them happy and satisfied. The singer acknowledges that they previously searched for a kind of feeling that they have finally found in their current partner. The line "I've found true love" is repeated several times, emphasizing just how important this discovery is to the singer.
In the first verse, the singer seems to be reflecting on their past experiences and desires. They acknowledge that they have made mistakes in the past, putting themselves in situations that were ultimately not fulfilling. Despite this, they continue to seek hope and connection with others. The second verse contrasts these past experiences with the present. As the singer searches for "friendship," they realize that the relationships they had before were not the real thing. However, they have now found someone who is right for them, the "best thing" they have ever had.
Overall, the song seems to be a celebration of real, true love. The repetition of the line "You are the best thing" reinforces the idea that finding a partner who truly makes one happy is something to be cherished and celebrated. The lyrics are simple and heartfelt, emphasizing the importance of genuine connection over superficial relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the best thing
The person the singer is addressing is the best thing in their life.
You are the best thing
The person the singer is addressing is the best thing in their life.
My simple heart will live and learn
Despite not having a lot of experience or knowledge, the singer's heart will continue to grow and develop.
I took a chance at the price my soul will burn
The singer took a risk in their relationship, knowing it could potentially hurt them deeply.
Me inside, my desire
The singer's deepest desire is for love and companionship.
I put the question down on my knees
The singer prayed for guidance in their search for love.
No pretty thoughts that would satisfy my needs
The singer didn't want to settle for shallow or surface-level relationships, they wanted something deeper and more fulfilling.
I need hope, give me hope
The singer is asking for hope and optimism in their search for love.
So I run on home in search of friendship
The singer turned to their friends to find comfort and companionship.
They wouldn't last
The singer's previous friendships or relationships didn't stand the test of time or didn't meet their needs.
'Cause they weren't right not like you
The person the singer is addressing is unlike anyone else they've ever known and is the right fit for them.
You are the best thing I've ever had
The person the singer is addressing is the best and most important thing in their life.
A kind of feeling I've been searching for at last
The singer has finally found the feeling of love and companionship they've been seeking.
You are the best thing see me through
The person the singer is addressing helps them get through life's challenges and struggles.
I never thought that any love could be so true
The singer is amazed by the depth and sincerity of the love they've found.
I've found true love
The singer has found love that is genuine and real.
And standing here they pass me by
The people who disrespected the singer or didn't value them are now recognizing their worth.
They were wasted cold and empty deep inside
The people who disrespected the singer were unhappy and unfulfilled in their own lives.
I would hope let me die
The singer would rather die than settle for shallow or insincere love.
And you may ask where are they now
The singer is addressing those who didn't value them and questioning their current status in life.
Just look around you lift your head above the crowd
The singer is encouraging those who didn't value them to take a look at the people around them and realize the singer's worth.
I know now what I didn't know
The singer has gained a newfound knowledge and understanding about the importance of sincere love and companionship.
Got a feelin', I've got the feelin' yeah
The singer has a strong and positive feeling about their current relationship and the love they've found.
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Written by: Peter Cunnah
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