I'm Not The Only One
Mr. Blake Lyrics
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Hold yourself together like a pair of bookends
But I've not tasted all your cooking
Who are you when I'm not looking?
Do you pour a little something on the rocks?
Slide down the hallway in your socks?
When you undress, do you leave a path?
My oh my, you're so good looking
Hold yourself together like a pair of bookends
But I've not tasted all your cooking
Who are you when I'm not looking?
I wanna know
I wanna know
I wanna know (When I'm not looking)
Do you break things when you get mad?
Eat a box of chocolates 'cause you're feelin' bad?
Do you paint your toes 'cause you bite your nails?
Call up momma when all else fails?
Who are you when I'm not around?
When the door is locked and the shades are down?
Do you listen to your music quietly?
And when it feels just right, are you thinkin' of me?
I wanna know
I wanna know
I wanna know (When I'm not looking)
My oh my, you're so good looking
But who are you when I'm not looking?
In the song "I'm Not the Only One," Mr. Blake opens with the line "My oh my, you're so good looking," which may seem like a compliment at first, but it quickly becomes clear that there is a sense of distrust and skepticism present in the lyrics. He notes how the subject holds their self together "like a pair of bookends," suggesting that their exterior facade is just a hollow shell that hides something deeper.
Throughout the song, Mr. Blake asks a series of questions aimed at uncovering who the subject truly is. He wonders if they have hidden vices or habits that they keep out of sight, such as pouring "a little something on the rocks" or sliding "down the hallway in your socks." He also ponders whether they have emotional coping mechanisms, like "eat[ing] a box of chocolates 'cause [they're] feelin' bad" or "call[ing] up momma when all else fails."
In the chorus, Mr. Blake expresses his desire to truly know the subject, asking "Who are you when I'm not looking?" This line emphasizes the idea that people can have secret lives, thoughts, and desires that others never see, highlighting the importance of openness and honesty in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
My oh my, you're so good looking
You have a very attractive appearance
Hold yourself together like a pair of bookends
You keep yourself composed and steady
But I've not tasted all your cooking
I have not experienced all that you have to offer
Who are you when I'm not looking?
What are you like when I am not around?
Do you pour a little something on the rocks?
Do you drink alcohol on the rocks?
Slide down the hallway in your socks?
Do you have fun and let loose by sliding down the hallway in your socks?
When you undress, do you leave a path?
Do you leave a trail of your clothes when undressing?
Then sink to your nose in a bubble bath?
Do you take long and relaxing bubble baths?
I wanna know
I want to know
Do you break things when you get mad?
Do you have a temper and break things when angry?
Eat a box of chocolates 'cause you're feelin' bad?
Do you turn to sweets to cope with negative emotions?
Do you paint your toes 'cause you bite your nails?
Do you engage in self-care activities like painting your nails to avoid biting them?
Call up momma when all else fails?
Do you turn to your mother for comfort and support when everything else goes wrong?
Who are you when I'm not around?
What is your true personality like when you are alone?
When the door is locked and the shades are down?
When you have privacy and are hidden from the outside world?
Do you listen to your music quietly?
Do you like to listen to music at a low volume?
And when it feels just right, are you thinkin' of me?
When you are alone and content, do you think of me?
My oh my, you're so good looking
You have a very attractive appearance
But who are you when I'm not looking?
What are you really like when I am not watching?
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Earl "Bud" Lee, John Wiggins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tamraderrick5203
I can’t believe this song didn’t get more recognition. It’s such a good one!
@coinholio6863
I know, right?
@peace6742
Agree. I just heard it again today and I'm amazed it wasn't a bigger hit. Stunningly beautiful performance from both Blake and Christina.
@DonteKyzer
Amen,they are great together
@alvyderek7778
Your absolutely correct. I still listen to this song ever other week.
@kasiadolacinska1216
I totally agree with you. This song definitely deserves more recognition. I would be honest with you, my partner introduced me to this song literally few months ago. I have never heard this song before. Unbelievable 🫣
@calross7143
Still the best song ever performed by any of the judges of any and all Voice shows!! I absolutely love this song...and their voices compliment each other. That song should have gone to number 1 on Country charts anyway...
@natashawoodside4976
2024 Still jamming to this classic. Is anyone else jamming ?
@christinec2496
Meeee
@robertallen4003
2022 anyone still jamming to this classic 💯