Paul Carrack (born April 22, 1951 in Sheffield, England) is an English keyboardist, singer and songwriter. Carrack has had multiple careers which have overlapped over the last three-plus decades. He has been a member of several bands including Ace, Squeeze, and Mike + The Mechanics, been a session and touring musician for several others, and has enjoyed success as a solo artist as well. His distinctive voice shows up on some of his affiliated bands' best-known hits.
One Good Reason
Paul Carrack Lyrics
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I am the sad clown with teared eyes, so happy on your own
We get some strange looks when we shout, clowning at the bar
It seems that I've hoped, now I found a match from my own heart
[Chorus:]
Just give me one good reason baby, one good reason now
One good reason
I often wonder how we look in other people's eyes
Wild lovers, explosive, and right above these eyes
She stands on her own ground when we kiss, poisoning my mind
I bet I found my match, to strike it up tonight
The lyrics to Paul Carrack's song One Good Reason tell the story of a complicated relationship between two people who are very different but still attracted to each other. The first verse describes how the singer stands his ground when he fights with his love interest, and despite being sad on the inside, he is still happy when he's with her. They get strange looks from others when they argue in public, but it's clear that they have found a special connection.
The chorus asks for one good reason to stay in the relationship, highlighting the doubts and uncertainties that are present in the singer's mind. The final verse explores the intensity of their physical relationship, with the singer describing their passion as explosive and poisoning his mind. However, he still feels that he has found someone who is his match, and he is willing to take a chance on them.
Overall, the lyrics of One Good Reason are a reflection of the complicated emotions and experiences that come with being in a relationship with someone who is very different from yourself. Despite the doubts and uncertainties, the singer is willing to take the risk and see where their connection takes them.
Line by Line Meaning
I stand on my ground when we fight, no matter where we are
I refuse to back down when we argue, regardless of our location
I am the sad clown with teared eyes, so happy on your own
I am putting on a brave face, pretending to be content with being alone
We get some strange looks when we shout, clowning at the bar
People stare at us when we argue loudly, making a scene in public
It seems that I've hoped, now I found a match from my own heart
I have finally found someone who matches my desires and hopes
Just give me one good reason baby, one good reason now
Please provide me with a convincing argument to stay in this relationship
One good reason, I should, I should hang around
What is the reason that I should stay committed to this relationship?
I often wonder how we look in other people's eyes
I frequently contemplate how our relationship appears to outsiders
Wild lovers, explosive, and right above these eyes
To others, we are seen as a passionate and intense couple
She stands on her own ground when we kiss, poisoning my mind
Even when we are intimate, she maintains her stubbornness, confusing and frustrating me
I bet I found my match, to strike it up tonight
I am confident that I have found the perfect partner to ignite a spark with this evening
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: SAMANTHA NICOLE NELSON-GUMS, WILLIAM ERNEST LOBBAN BEAN, LAUREN COURNEY MAYHEW
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John Humble
@john leverette actually no
Brian was very humble when they brought him into the band
Bon Scott would’ve been proud
Brian has stayed loyal and strong with AC/DC for 40 years plus before retiring due to medical complications with his throat and voice
No one else could’ve done it
Brian Johnson was the right choice
And destiny showed us with consistency and multiple hits through the years
They were voted into the rock & roll hall of fame in the early 2000’s
I’d say he carried Bon Scott’s lunch box and then some 👍🏻💪🏽🏆
leefi1
I never knew that Paul Carrack's voice was the common denominator in many of my favorite songs of all time. I could listen to his voice forever.
Greg R
Me too!
Andre Wunjo
That spine-chilling harmony on "ONE GOOD REASONNNNNN!!" Wow!
Douglas Newson
Its super dope
charrmmee
One of the best vocals & talents ever, period. One of my all time favorite rock songs. Simply the best.
Sean
love it love it this song :)
Xennial 80s Ex-Berner
I love Carrack's song "Don't Shed a Tear" which is itself a super underrated 80s pop song. I'm just hearing this one now and it's amazing too, judging by the really low views I can see how forgotten and rare it is
Douglas Newson
@Ryan Mangin Today is my first time hearing it also. I only remember hearing Don't Shed A Tear back when it first came out.
Ryan Mangin
I only discovered this one by hearing it on Music Choice 80's.
Diane Cellini
I remember buying Paul Carrack's Don't shed a tear in a 45 record. I played that record all the time. He really had A lot of great hits. Another favorite!! How long has been going on.