One And Only
Hawkes Chesney Lyrics
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Call me, call me by my name or call me by number
You put me through it
I'll still be doing it the way I do it
And yet, you try to make me forget
Who I really am, don't tell me I'm no best
I'm not the same as all the rest
I am the one and only
Nobody I'd rather be
I am the one and only
You can't take that away from me
I've been a player in the crowd scene
A flicker on the big screen
My soul embraces one more in a million faces
High hopes and aspirations, and years above my station
Maybe but all this time I've tried to walk with dignity and pride
Chorus
I can't wear this uniform without some compromises
Because you'll find out that we come
In different shapes and sizes
No one can be myself like I can
For this job I'm the best man
And while this may be true, you are the one and only you
Chorus (twice)
The lyrics of the song One And Only by Hawkes Chesney are about self-confidence and self-expression. The song talks about the importance of being true to oneself and embracing one's uniqueness. The first verse starts with the singer proclaiming himself as the one and only and asking to be called by his name or number. He further declares that no matter what anyone does to him, he will still be doing things his way.
The second verse talks about the singer's journey as a player in the crowd scene and a flicker on the big screen. He has high hopes and aspirations, but he knows that he is just one more in a million faces. He talks about walking with dignity and pride throughout his journey, and he has never compromised his identity for anyone. The final verse talks about how different people come in different shapes and sizes, and no one can be someone else. Everyone is unique and one of a kind.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are about embracing one's individuality and being proud of who they are. The singer talks about how no one can take away his identity, and he is the one and only. He believes that every person is unique and special in their way, and they should embrace it.
Line by Line Meaning
I am the one and only oh yeah
I am unique and incomparable
Call me, call me by my name or call me by number
Address me whichever way you prefer
You put me through it
You made it difficult for me
I'll still be doing it the way I do it
I will continue doing things in my own style
And yet, you try to make me forget
You attempt to erase my true identity
Who I really am, don't tell me I'm no best
Do not tell me that I am not the best version of myself
I'm not the same as all the rest
I am not like everyone else
Chorus: I am the one and only
I am the only one of my kind
Nobody I'd rather be
I am content being myself
You can't take that away from me
No one can take away my uniqueness
I've been a player in the crowd scene
I have been a part of the entertainment industry
A flicker on the big screen
A brief appearance in a movie
My soul embraces one more in a million faces
Despite being one among many, I still stay true to myself
High hopes and aspirations, and years above my station
I have high expectations for myself and aim to reach beyond my circumstances
Maybe but all this time I've tried to walk with dignity and pride
Although I may not have succeeded, I have tried to walk with honor and self-respect
Chorus
I can't wear this uniform without some compromises
I cannot conform entirely without sacrificing some aspects of myself
Because you'll find out that we come in different shapes and sizes
Individuals come in diverse forms and sizes
No one can be myself like I can
No one knows how to be me better than myself
For this job I'm the best man
I am the most suitable candidate for this position
And while this may be true, you are the one and only you
Although I may be exceptional, you are also unique in your own way
Chorus (twice)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NIK KERSHAW
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@EshenZero1979
This song makes me miss the 90s, my youth, naive optimism, and that exhilarating feeling of the endless possibilities of life.
@jan-jaapvanbuuren735
Boy, do I hear you!
@audreymaclelland3995
Fab song and Cheney is freakin’ gorgeous!!!!
@muffs55mercury61
The '90s was really the last good decade for music and how life itself was. Unfortunately the events of 9/11/2001 would all change that as far as life went.
@osmandonate9241
Good times for sure ❤
@gregchapman5556
I don’t care what people say. This is one of the greatest pop songs ever. What a voice 😁
@danielengel4593
What are people saying?
@martinbgd3877
i aggre
@anthonyoh9629
Written by Nik Kershaw
@bgfootlover2
Top ten exactly 30 years ago this week, October 1991.