One Thing Right
Marshmello Lyrics


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I've cheated and I've lied
I've broke down and I've cried
I've got nothing to hide no more
I've loved and I've hurt
I've broken people down with words
More grace than I deserve, for sure

Known to be crazy, known to be wild
Mama had herself a little devilish child
Ain't no stranger to the troubles at my door

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girls' mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

(Baby, I got one thing right) mm
(Baby, I got one thing right) yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

You saw right through my pain
Kept us patient while I changed
Never even crossed your mind to walk away (to walk away)
When I was gettin' crazy, reckless, and wild
Actin' like my mama's little devilish child
It took a heart like yours to find its place (find its place)

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girls' mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

(Baby, I got one thing right) mm
(Baby, I got one thing right) yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, I got one thing right

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)
Been the kind of guy girls' mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

(Baby, I got one thing right) mm
(Baby, I got one thing right) yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life




Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)

Overall Meaning

The song “One Thing Right” by Marshmello is a song about redemption, self-reflection, and growth. The artist sings about his past mistakes, including cheating, lying, breaking down, and hurting people with his words. However, he notes that he has nothing left to hide and has been given more grace than he deserves. Despite his wild and crazy reputation, he acknowledges that he has been at the wrong places with the wrong crowd for most of his life. But, he has one thing right - his love for his partner (the you in the song). The lyrics suggest that his partner has been patient, understanding, and supportive throughout his journey of self-discovery and change. He recognizes that he needed someone like her to find his place in the world.


The song has an optimistic and hopeful tone, suggesting that it's never too late to make positive changes in life. The repeated chorus - “Baby, I got one thing right, yeah, I got you” - highlights the importance of having healthy relationships and love as a driving force towards improving oneself. The song’s overall theme and message serve as a reminder that acknowledging past mistakes, taking responsibility for them, and striving towards self-improvement can lead to a better future.


Line by Line Meaning

I've cheated and I've lied
I've done wrong and lied to cover it up


I've broke down and I've cried
I've suffered and cried due to my actions


I've got nothing to hide no more
I am now honest and transparent


I've loved and I've hurt
I've experienced love and caused pain


I've broken people down with words
I've hurt people through verbal attacks


More grace than I deserve, for sure
I've been forgiven more than I deserve


Known to be crazy, known to be wild
I have a reputation for being unpredictable


Mama had herself a little devilish child
My mother had a rebellious child


Ain't no stranger to the troubles at my door
I am no stranger to problems and challenges


I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
I've made poor decisions in my life


Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
I've pursued the wrong goals and desires


Been every kinda lost that you can't find
I've been lost and unable to find my way


But I got one thing right
Despite my mistakes, I have done something right


Been the kind of guy girls' mamas don't like
I've been the type of guy that parents don't approve of


Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
I've associated with the wrong people on the wrong occasions


'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
I've made countless mistakes in my life


But I got one thing right, you
But I've found something right in you


You saw right through my pain
You recognized my suffering and pain


Kept us patient while I changed
You patiently supported me while I was changing


Never even crossed your mind to walk away (to walk away)
You never thought about leaving me behind


When I was gettin' crazy, reckless, and wild
During the times when I was acting out of control


Actin' like my mama's little devilish child
Behaving like my rebellious self again


It took a heart like yours to find its place (find its place)
It took someone like you to find a place in my heart


I've been wrong about a million times
I've made countless mistakes in my life


But I got one thing right, I got one thing right
Despite everything, I have found something that is right


(I got one thing right)
I have one thing that is right


I got you
You are the one thing that is right for me


I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
I've made poor decisions in my life


Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
I've pursued the wrong goals and desires


Been every kinda lost that you can't find
I've been lost and unable to find my way


But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)
But I've found something that is right




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jesse Frasure, Josh Hoge, Kane Brown, Matthew John McGinn, Marshmello

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@nameno3103

[Verse 1]
I've cheated and I’ve lied
I've broke down and I've cried
I’ve got nothing to hide no more
I've loved and I've hurt
Broken people down with words
More grace than I deserve, for sure

[Pre-Chorus]
Known to be crazy, known to be wild
Mama had herself a little devilish child
Ain't no stranger to the troubles at my door

[Chorus]
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kinda guy girls mamas don't like
Runnin’ with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
’Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

[Post-Chorus]
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Mmm
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right

[Verse 2]
You saw right through my pain
Kept us patient while I changed
Never even crossed your mind to walk away (To walk away)

[Pre-Chorus]
When I was gettin’ crazy, reckless, and wild
Actin' like my mama's little devilish child
It took a heart like yours to find its place (Find its place)

[Chorus]
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin’ all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kinda guy girls mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

[Post-Chorus]
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Oh
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right

[Bridge]
I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, I got one thing right

[Chorus]
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)
Been the kinda guy girls mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

[Post-Chorus]
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Oh
(Baby, I got one thing right)
Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)



@cristiandavidaquinorios2817

I've cheated and I've lied
I've broke down and I've cried
I've got nothing to hide no more
I've loved and I've hurt
I've broken people down with words
More grace than I deserve, for sure
Known to be crazy, known to be wild
Mama had herself a little devilish child
Ain't no stranger to the troubles at my door (at my door)
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasing all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kind of lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girls' mommas don't like
Running with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you
I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right
You saw right through my pain
Kept us patient while I change
Never even crossed your mind to walk away (to walk away)
When I was getting crazy, reckless and wild
Acting like my mama's little devilish child
It took a heart like yours to find its place (find its place)
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasing all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kind of lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girls' mommas don't like
Running with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you
I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right
I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, I got one thing right
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasing all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kind of lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (But I got one thing right)
Been the kind of guy girls' mommas don't like (mommas don't like)
Running with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you
I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right)
I got one thing right
I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasing all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kind of lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)



@jordanfields569

Lyrics
I've cheated and I've lied
I've broke down and I've cried
I've got nothing to hide no more
I've loved and I've hurt
Broken people down with words
More grace than I deserved, for sure

Known to be crazy, known to be wild
Mama had to suffer a little devilish child
Ain't no stranger to the troubles at my door

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girl's mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

Mmm
(Baby, I got one thing right) Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

You saw right through my pain
Kept us patient while I changed
Never even crossed your mind to walk away (to walk away)
When I was gettin' crazy, reckless, and wild
Actin' like my mama's little devilish child
It took a heart like yours to find its place (find its place)

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right
Been the kind of guy girl's mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

Mmm
(Baby, I got one thing right) Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, I got one thing right

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)
Been the kind of guy girls mamas don't like
Runnin' with the wrong crowd on the wrong nights
'Cause I've been wrong about a million times
But I got one thing right, you

Mmm
(Baby, I got one thing right) Yeah, I got you
(Baby, I got one thing right) I got one thing right

I've been at the wrong place at the wrong time
Chasin' all the wrong things most of my life
Been every kinda lost that you can't find
But I got one thing right (I got one thing right)



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