Their first three singles all made the Top 40 in the Britain, and their eponymously-titled 1987 debut album entered the UK album chart at number 2, and eventually sold over a million copies. The highest placed single from this album was "Ideal World", which reached number 14 in the UK singles chart.
In 1988 they released a cover of the Isley Brothers' "Harvest For The World", with all proceeds going to charity. The video for the track was an animation, created by four leading animation companies, including Aardman of Wallace and Gromit fame. The video won several awards, and the single reached number 8 in the charts.
1989 saw another charity single success, this time as performers on a version of Ferry 'Cross The Mersey, released in aid of those affected by the Hillsborough disaster, which stayed at number one for several weeks.
Their second album, Colour released in 1990, reached number one in the UK album chart, and in 1992 the follow-up, Happy in Hell charted at number 18. But none of their following singles reached the top 20.
The early 1990s saw the band continuing to tour, but declining in popularity. A "Greatest Hits" album, The Best of the Christians was released in 1993 and peaked at number 22.
Garry Christian moved to Paris in 1995 to record a solo album, effectively breaking up the band, although no formal announcement was made and the door was open to future reformation. Four years later they began to perform together again in an "unplugged" acoustic format. In 1999 they carried out a thirty six date tour of the UK, with a similar tour undertaken in 2000.
By 2001 The Christians began to write songs for a 'comeback' album, Prodigal Sons, which was released in 2003. This was also supported by a UK tour in October 2003 and further promotion in France, Spain and UK throughout 2004.
In 2005 Russell Christian decided he no longer wished to tour, and a decision was made to return to a full band format, rather than the 4-man “unplugged” line-up that had been touring since 1999.
This new 'band' (comprising Garry Christian /vocals, Henry Priestman/keys,accordion, Neil Griffiths/acoustic guitar/backing vocals, Stewart Boyle/electric guitar, Bobby Kewley/bass, and Craig Connet/drums) was unveiled on the autumn 2005 tour. The same version of the original band is currently preparing for their next tour in 2006.
One In A Million
The Christians Lyrics
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and I see time has been kind to you.
Though we once were handing gloves,
You're not the same person I once I knew.
Take a good look at yourself,
From the frown and despairing eyes,
Once were fiery and so bright,
Now seem sad and unsatisfied.
Wipe the tears from your eyes,
And remember you are
One in a million, one chosen soul,
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
Another time another place,
And things might have worked out differently,
But don't blame the entire human race,
For a fault that you can see,
Re-inject some self-respect,
It's the one thing you must never lose,
And with your confidence intact,
You've got a second chance, so much to prove,
Drop the solemn disguise,
And remember you're
One in a million, one chosen soul,
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
One in a million, one shining star,
Once in your lifetime,
You must realize, that's what you are.
Wipe the tears from your eyes,
And remember you are
One in a million, one chosen soul,
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
The Christians' song One In A Million is a powerful message of self-reflection and empowerment. The lyrics depict the reunion of two old acquaintances who had a falling out and are now catching up after a long time. The singer observes how time has changed their friend who once had a fiery and bright character, now seems sad and unsatisfied. They urge their friend to take a good look at themselves and to wipe the tears from their eyes. The singer reminds their friend that they are "one in a million," a chosen soul with a unique purpose and worth, and to remember their self-respect and confidence. The song ends on a hopeful note, that they have a second chance to prove themselves and to wonder what the future holds.
The song's message resonates with people of all ages, as it encourages self-reflection and confidence-building. It reminds listeners to not dwell on their past mistakes or blame others for their situation but to reinject self-respect and regain confidence. The song's timeless message and The Christians' soulful rendition make it a classic hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Well hello it's been so long,
It's been a while since we've seen each other.
and I see time has been kind to you.
You look good despite the passage of time.
Though we once were handing gloves,
Although we used to be close.
You're not the same person I once I knew.
You've changed.
Take a good look at yourself,
Examine yourself carefully.
From the frown and despairing eyes,
Your eyes show sadness and hopelessness.
Once were fiery and so bright,
Your eyes used to be full of passion and enthusiasm.
Now seem sad and unsatisfied.
But now they seem unhappy and unfulfilled.
Wipe the tears from your eyes,
Stop crying.
And remember you are
Remind yourself that you are
One in a million, one chosen soul,
You are unique and special, selected for a purpose.
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
Do you wonder what the future has in store for you?
Another time another place,
In a different situation,
And things might have worked out differently,
Things could have turned out differently.
But don't blame the entire human race,
Don't blame everyone else.
For a fault that you can see,
For a mistake that you can identify.
Re-inject some self-respect,
Regain your self-esteem.
It's the one thing you must never lose,
It's crucial that you keep your self-respect.
And with your confidence intact,
With your self-assurance still present,
You've got a second chance, so much to prove,
You have the opportunity to start over and achieve many things.
Drop the solemn disguise,
Stop pretending to be sad and serious.
And remember you're
Remind yourself that you are
One in a million, one chosen soul,
You are unique and special, selected for a purpose.
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
Do you wonder what the future has in store for you?
One in a million, one shining star,
You are a bright and exceptional person,
Once in your lifetime,
Only once in your life,
You must realize, that's what you are.
You must understand that this is what you are.
Wipe the tears from your eyes,
Stop crying.
And remember you are
Remind yourself that you are
One in a million, one chosen soul,
You are unique and special, selected for a purpose.
One in a million, do you wonder what the future holds.
Do you wonder what the future has in store for you?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HENRY PRIESTMAN
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