McGregor's career began at the age of seven. In 1963 he joined with Ernest Wilson and Peter Austin to form The Clarendonians, and began to record for the legendary Studio One label. Freddie worked with producer Niney The Observer during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
His popularity soared in the early 1980s with the release of "Bobby Bobylon". Other popular hits of Freddie's include "Big Ship", "Push Comes To Shove", "Just Don't Want To Be Lonely" and "I Was Born A Winner"; as well as cover versions of many early reggae standards. He has also worked with producers Junjo Lawes, Linval Thompson and Gussie Clark. McGregor has also toured extensively for many years.
He established the Big Ship Recording Studio, and has produced many artists including Luciano and Mikey Spice. He is a member of the Twelve Tribes organization.
UK singles chart discography
* "Just Don't Want To Be Lonely" (1987) - Chart Number 9
* "That Girl (Groovy Situation)" (1987) - Chart Number 47
Let Me Be The One
Freddie McGregor Lyrics
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And I still wonder what I'd be
Without you to hold me when I call, yeah
Would I be anything at all
Sometimes I wonder what a fool I've been
Please open up your arms and let me in
Ah, let me be the one for you
You have touched me with your eyes
Likes no one else has touched me
It's funny but you know that
I can't take you by surprise
It's just the way it should be
I think by now you know me
I've been too blind to see what I have found
But all I know is I need you around
Ah, let me be the one for you (oh)
Ah, let me be the one for you
(I wanna be the one for you)
Let me be the one
(I wanna be the one for you)
Together be the one (oh)
Sometimes I wonder what a fool I've been
Please open up your arms and let me in (let me in)
Ah, let me be the one for you
Ah, let me be the one for you
(I wanna be the one for you)
Ah,(oh, oh) let me be the one for you
(All I ever need, oh yeah)
Ah,(hold me when I cold) let me be the one for you
(I wanna be the one for you)
Let me be the one
(I wanna be the one for you)
Together be the one (oh, no one but you)
Let me be the one (hold me when I cold, baby)
Together be the one (oh)
In this song, Freddie McGregor declares his love and dependence on his partner. He expresses that she is all he ever needs and wonders what he would be without her in his life. The idea of being anything without her is unimaginable and he pleads with her to open up her arms and let him in. The lyrics suggest that he has realized his foolishness and has been too blind to see what he has found. Essentially, he wants to be the one for her, he wants to hold her when she's cold, and he wants to be the only one for her.
Throughout the song, McGregor emphasizes the importance of being together and questioning his ability to survive without her. He acknowledges that she touches him in a way that no one else has ever done and emphasizes the importance of the connection they have. In "Let Me Be The One", McGregor is making a declaration of his love and his desire to have the partner in his life. He wants to be the only one for her, and for them to be together for eternity.
Line by Line Meaning
You are all I ever need, oh
You are the person who completes me and makes me feel whole.
And I still wonder what I'd be
I contemplate what my life would be like if I had not found you.
Without you to hold me when I call, yeah
If you weren't there to comfort me during my hard times, I'd feel lost and vulnerable.
Would I be anything at all
I fear that my life without you would be meaningless and insignificant.
Sometimes I wonder what a fool I've been
I regret not realizing how valuable you were to me sooner.
Please open up your arms and let me in
I hope you can forgive me and let me into your heart and life once again.
Ah, let me be the one for you
I want to be the person who brings joy and love into your life.
You have touched me with your eyes
Your gaze has a powerful effect on me that no one else has been able to replicate.
Likes no one else has touched me
No one has ever made me feel the way you do.
It's funny but you know that
The situation is ironic, but you understand and relate to me so well.
I can't take you by surprise
I know you so well that it's impossible to surprise you.
It's just the way it should be
Our connection is natural and feels right.
I think by now you know me
After spending so much time together, I believe you understand me better than anyone.
I've been too blind to see what I have found
I've taken your love for granted and failed to appreciate it.
But all I know is I need you around
Now I realize how much I depend on and value your presence in my life.
Let me be the one
Please choose me as the person you want to share your life with.
Together be the one (oh)
Let's build a future together and be each other's rock.
Ah,(oh, oh) let me be the one for you
I'm begging you to allow me to fill the void in your heart.
Ah,(hold me when I cold) let me be the one for you
I want to be the one to comfort and care for you when you need it most.
Together be the one (oh, no one but you)
Let's commit to being loyal and faithful partners for each other.
Let me be the one (hold me when I cold, baby)
I yearn to be your source of warmth and security.
Together be the one (oh)
Let's face life's challenges together and emerge stronger as a team.
Contributed by Alex Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RAS CARDO REGGAE
on Big Ship
RASPECT, MY BRETHREN FREDDIE. LONG TIME NUH SEE THE I. RAS CARDO REGGAE SENDS JAH LOVE. STAY SAFE MY BRETHREN.