Gleason could not read or write music in a conventional sense; he was said to have conceived melodies in his head and described them vocally to staff help. He did likewise with the well-remembered themes of both The Jackie Gleason Show ("Melancholy Serenade") and The Honeymooners ("You're My Greatest Love"). There has been some controversy over the years as to how much credit Gleason should have received for the finished products; it has been written that beyond the possible conceptualizing of many of the songs, Gleason had no direct involvement such as conducting in the making of these recordings. However, his main musical companion, cornetist and trumpeter Bobby Hackett once said: "Jackie knows a lot more about music than people give him credit for. I have seen him conduct a sixty-piece orchestra and detect one discordant note in the brass section. He would immediately stop the music and locate the wrong note. It always amazed the professional musicians how a guy who technically did not know one note from another could do that. And he was never wrong."
Born February 26, 1916 in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He died on June 24, 1987
Just One More Chance
Jackie Gleason Lyrics
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I found it once but tossed it aside
I paid for it with hours of loneliness
I've nothing to hide, I'd bury my pride for
Just one more chance
To prove it's you alone I care for
Each night I say a little prayer for
Just one more night
To taste the kisses that enchant me
I'd want no others if you'd grant me
Just one more chance
I've learned the meaning of repentance
Now you're the jury at my trial
I know that I should serve my sentence
Still I'm hoping all the while you'll give me
Just one more word
I said that I was glad to start out
But now I'm back to cry my heart out
For just one more chance
The lyrics of Just One More Chance by Jackie Gleason focus on love, regret, and the desire for a second chance. The singer laments that he once found happiness but didn't cherish it, leading to hours of loneliness. He confesses his mistake and declares that he would do anything for one more chance to prove that he cares for his lover. Throughout the song, he pleads for a chance to taste the enchanting kisses of his lover once more and asks for just one word to show that she still cares for him.
The melancholic melody of the song complements the poignant lyrics, conveying the longing and desperation of the singer. He recognizes his wrongdoing and harbors hope that his lover will give him another chance to make things right. The song's tone is bittersweet, reflecting on the past mistakes but also holding on to a glimmer of hope for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
We spend our lives groping for happiness
Throughout our lives, we are constantly searching for happiness.
I found it once but tossed it aside
I discovered happiness once, but I didn't appreciate it and let it slip away.
I paid for it with hours of loneliness
As a consequence of giving up on happiness, I suffered from long periods of loneliness.
I've nothing to hide, I'd bury my pride for
I have no secrets, and I'm willing to humble myself for the chance to make amends.
Just one more chance
I'm begging for a second opportunity to make things right.
To prove it's you alone I care for
I want to demonstrate that I genuinely care for you and nobody else.
Each night I say a little prayer for
Every night, I pray for another shot at making things right and rekindling our relationship.
Just one more night
Just one more chance to spend a fleeting moment with you.
To taste the kisses that enchant me
To experience those wondrous kisses that inspire and captivate me.
I'd want no others if you'd grant me
I wouldn't want to be with anybody else if you agreed to see me again.
Just one more chance
I'm asking for a final chance to make amends and prove myself worthy of your love.
I've learned the meaning of repentance
I understand and am willing to accept the consequences of my actions.
Now you're the jury at my trial
You are now the sole judge of my character and actions.
I know that I should serve my sentence
I'm aware that I should accept the punishment for my wrongdoing.
Still I'm hoping all the while you'll give me
Regardless, I'm still hoping you'll grant me a chance at redemption.
Just one more word
One final word from you would be enough to make my day.
I said that I was glad to start out
In the beginning, I claimed to be content, but I was mistaken.
But now I'm back to cry my heart out
But now, I've come back to profess my love and show just how much I care.
For just one more chance
All I ask for is a last opportunity to prove my love and fix things between us.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ARTHUR JOHNSTON, SAM COSLOW
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