In January 2002, Marsh left Hear'Say due to conflicts with Klass and Sullivan. She was replaced by Johnny Shentall a month later. During a summer promotional tour, Hear'Say were constantly harassed by members of the public. Lovin' Is Easy, the group's only single to be released with Shentall, failed to make a commercial impact. Hear'Say announced their split in October 2002, eighteen months after their formation, citing "abuse from the public" as the main reason for their demise. Since the dissolution of the band, the members have had individual success in acting, presenting, and singing.
One Step Closer
Hear'Say Lyrics
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Well the groove I lay on you
Would you give to all back to me
Now you got the kinda thing
Gonna show you my reaction
And the moves I play on you
It's just one drop in the ocean
It's one step nearer devotion
It's one step closer to me
What you got is what I need
It's got my mind running over time
What you got is what I need
Just take your time
You're what I want
Hey boy if you're wantin' me better get yourself together
If you stop close to me gotta do what I gotta do
now you make me feel so right with a wetter satisfaction
Give it up and get it on
'cause the hustle is overdue
It's just one drop in the ocean
It's just one drop in the sea oh yeah
It's one step nearer devotion
It's one step closer to me
What you got is what I need
It's got my mind running over time
What you got is what I need
Just take your time
You're what I want
It's gonna take some time
I've got you on my mind
It's what I need
It's gonna take some time
It's what I need
I've got you on my mind
What you got is what I need
It's got my mind running over time
What you got is what I need
Just take your time
What you got is what I need
see'mon see'mon what you got what you need yeah
It's got my mind running over time
What you got what you need yeah
What you got is what I need
see'mon see'mon what you got what you need yeah
Just take your time
What you got what you need yeah
You're what I want
The song "One Step Closer" by Hear'Say is a catchy and groovy pop song that describes the singer's desire for someone they admire. The first verse suggests that the singer was initially uncertain about the potential of their crush, but they have now found the confidence to explore their feelings. The line "Well the groove I lay on you would you give it all back to me" implies that the singer wants to show their crush something special and hoping for a reciprocal response. The song continues on describing how that one step they take can be seen as insignificant, but in reality, it is a closer step towards the devotion the singer is seeking. The repeated chorus highlights the singer's desire for this person and how they are what they want.
The bridge describes the singer's impatience and their need for the potential love interest to take the lead. They are telling the other person that if they want to be close to them, they need to "get themselves together" and "do what they gotta do." The final chorus repeats the desire for this person and asks them to show "what they got" and "what they need" and to take their time.
Overall, the song is about taking small but significant steps towards a desired relationship, and the impatience and desire for that relationship can be felt throughout the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought you were giving me all talk and no action
I believed that you are all words and no action
Well the groove I lay on you
The rhythm I give to you
Would you give to all back to me
Can you return everything to me
Now you got the kinda thing
You possess something special
Gonna show you my reaction
I will express my response
And the moves I play on you
The dance steps I perform on you
It's just one drop in the ocean
It's a small effort towards a greater goal
It's just one drop in the sea oh yeah
It's a tiny fraction in a vast universe
It's one step nearer devotion
It's a small step closer to dedication
It's one step closer to me
It brings us a little closer
What you got is what I need
I desire what you possess
It's got my mind running over time
It occupies my thoughts all the time
Just take your time
Just don't rush it
You're what I want
It's you that I seek
Hey boy if you're wantin' me better get yourself together
If you want me, you'll have to shape up
If you stop close to me gotta do what I gotta do
If you get closer to me, I'll do whatever is necessary
now you make me feel so right with a wetter satisfaction
Now you give me a good feeling and a greater sense of pleasure
Give it up and get it on
Let's get started and enjoy ourselves
'cause the hustle is overdue
We ought to do this already
It's gonna take some time
It will require some patience
I've got you on my mind
You are constantly on my thoughts
What you got is what I need
I desire what you possess
see'mon see'mon what you got what you need yeah
Come on, what do you have and what do you desire
You're what I want
It's you that I seek
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RAY HEDGES, DANIEL PAUL FOSTER, MYLEENE ANGELA KLASS, KIMBERLEY GAIL MARSH, SUZANNE SHAW, NOEL JOHN SULLIVAN, NIGEL BUTLER
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