Weller's eleventh studio album, Sonik Kicks, was released on 19 March 2012. The Green Songfacts reports that it was recorded in Weller’s own Black Barn Studios in Ripley, Surrey, with co-producer Simon Dine and engineer Charles Rees.
Born John William Weller in Stanley Road, Woking, he was also a central figure in the Mod revival. As the leader of the Jam, Paul Weller fronted the most popular British band of the punk era, influencing legions of English rockers that ranged from his mod-revival contemporaries to the Smiths in the '80s and Oasis in the '90s. During the final days of the Jam, he developed a fascination with Motown and soul, which led him to form the sophisti-pop group the Style Council in 1983. As the Style Council's career progressed, Weller's interest in soul developed into an infatuation with jazz-pop and house music, which eventually led to gradual erosion of his audience — by 1990, he couldn't get a record contract in the UK, where he had previously been worshipped as a demi-god. As a solo artist, Weller returned to soul music as an inspiration, cutting it with the progressive, hippie tendencies of Traffic. Weller's solo records were more organic and rootsier than the Style Council, which helped him regain his popularity within Britain. By the mid-'90s, he had released three successful albums which were both critically-acclaimed and massively popular in England, where contemporary bands like Ocean Colour Scene were citing him as an influence. Just as importantly, many observers, while occasionally criticizing the trad-rock nature of his music, acknowledged that Weller was one of the few rock veterans that had managed to stay vital within the second decade of his career.
17. You're The Best Thing
Paul Weller Lyrics
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I might win much more but lose all that is mine
I could be a lot but I know I'm not
I'm content just with the riches that you bring
I might shoot to win and commit the sin
Of wanting more than I've already got
I could runaway but I'd rather stay
In the warmth of your smile lighting up my day
'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me or my world
You're the best thing that ever happened, so don't go away
I might be a king and steal my peoples things
But I don't go for that power crazy way
All that I could rule but I don't check for fools
All that I need is to be left to live my way
(say listen what I say)
I could chase around for nothing to be found
But why look for something that is never there
I may get it wrong sometimes but I'll come back in style
For I realize your love means more than anything
(the song you make me sing, yeah)
In Paul Weller's song "You're The Best Thing," the lyrics describe a feeling of contentment and gratitude for being with the person he loves. He acknowledges that he could strive for more in life, but he is satisfied with what he has because of the love and happiness his partner brings into his life. He could chase after material possessions or power, but he doesn't want to compromise his values and morals for that. He acknowledges that sometimes he may make mistakes, but he knows that he always has a home to come back to, and that's what truly matters.
The chorus repeats the refrain "You're the best thing that ever happened to me or my world," emphasizing the importance of the relationship in his life. The song has a mellow, soulful vibe with a prominent bassline and horns that add to the warmth and joyful feeling of the song.
Overall, "You're The Best Thing" is a beautiful expression of gratitude for love and companionship, and the importance of valuing the things that truly matter in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I could be discontent and chase the rainbows end
I could be unhappy and pursue an unattainable goal
I might win much more but lose all that is mine
I could achieve more, but in doing so, I might lose what I already have
I could be a lot but I know I'm not
I have shortcomings but I accept them
I'm content just with the riches that you bring
I am happy with the love and happiness that you provide
I might shoot to win and commit the sin of wanting more than I've already got
I may strive for success at any cost, including the risk of losing what matters most
I could runaway but I'd rather stay in the warmth of your smile lighting up my day
I could escape from my troubles but I prefer to stay with the source of my happiness
(the one that makes me say, hehe)
An expression of joy and gratitude towards the person who brings happiness
'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me or my world
The person is the source of happiness and positivity in their life
You're the best thing that ever happened, so don't go away
The person cannot afford to lose the source of their happiness
I might be a king and steal my people's things
I could be a powerful person and abuse my authority
But I don't go for that power crazy way
I refuse to be power-hungry and corrupt
All that I could rule but I don't check for fools
I could exercise control over others, but I choose not to take advantage of others
All that I need is to be left to live my way (say listen what I say)
I desire to live the way I want to without interference
I could chase around for nothing to be found
I could waste my time and energy on something that is not worthwhile
But why look for something that is never there
I question why I am pursuing something that is impossible to find
I may get it wrong sometimes but I'll come back in style
I may make mistakes, but I will learn from them and come back stronger
For I realize your love means more than anything (the song you make me sing, yeah)
I recognize that your love is the most important thing in my life, and it brings me joy and happiness
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL JOHN WELLER
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@dianemcatee5548
This was our wedding song and meant so much to us. My husband died suddenly 2 weeks ago. His funeral was today. I played this song after I read my Eulogy. It took on a different meaning but still said so much. x
@beck1088
ですねぇ～。
@daveberry2177
hey i have been dancing to this with my wife for all of our fantastic life together,
@fernandap.s9417
Sorry for your loss
@emili5884
🙏🙏🙏😢
@maycortez2768
hugs to you
@ilonab6434
This was our wedding song back in 1986. Still married and still dance to this song whenever it is played. Timeless piece.
@davidw4639
Me too on all counts. We had the music digitised into a print and it sits in our bedroom to this day
@dedrehubbard5038
Our wedding song in 1991. Still love it after 31 years
@user-tb4el1sr1q
My grandma is named Elona