Their best known tunes include "Our Lips Our Sealed", "Vacation", and "We Got The Beat" among others. Their trend-setting debut album, 'Beauty and the Beat', didn't just reach #1 after its 1981 release but is also considered one of the cornerstone albums of American new wave. In the beginning, they played primarily what was known as 'pop punk', and they then made their sound more sunny and romantic, having later associated themselves with the distinct sound of 80s pop rock. The Go-Go's had five Top 40 hits in their heyday.
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In addition, there was a group from Newcastle in the U.K. known as "The Go-Go's" in the 60s. That artist is known for their 1964 novelty Christmas single, titled "I'm Gonna Spend My Christmas With A Dalek", which referenced the budding 'Doctor Who' craze. Like the later U.S. band of the same name, the group's name was a reference to go-go dancing.
I'm the Only One
The Go-Go's Lyrics
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Double talkin' words that I can't spell
I don't want to read between your lies
Love comes easy when you close your eyes
You always run away with words
You're never seen once you've been heard
[Chorus]
That's as big a fool as you
Got the only heart
And it beats as hard as yours
I'm the only one you run to
The one you come to
The only one you can get to
I'm the only one-only one for you
Only one for you
There's no need to play this silly game
No one wins and nothing's ever gained
You'd think by now that maybe you would see
But you're as blind to love as you are to me
I'm all for one, you're one for all
I got the only number you should call
[Chorus]
In "I'm the Only One" by The Go-Go's, the singer is expressing frustration and confusion about a relationship with someone who speaks in double-talk and lies. This person runs away with their words, never sticking around to be seen or heard. The singer acknowledges that they are a fool for continuing to put up with this behavior, but they also claim to be the only one who truly understands and accepts their partner. The repeated phrase "I'm the only one" emphasizes the one-sided nature of the relationship, as the partner continually comes to the singer for support and affection, but does not reciprocate. The chorus ends on a slightly ambiguous note, with the line "Only one for you," leaving open the possibility that the partner may not feel as strongly for the singer as vice versa.
The lyrics suggest a sense of emotional exhaustion and perhaps even resignation on the part of the singer. They are tired of playing games and wish that their partner could see the truth about love and their relationship. The dynamic portrayed is a familiar one, where one person is more invested and committed than the other. The singer acknowledges their own vulnerability and foolishness, but still holds onto hope that their partner will come to realize the depth of their connection. Overall, "I'm the Only One" is a heartfelt, bittersweet reflection on the challenges of navigating complicated relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
What you think of me is hard to tell
I am uncertain about your opinion of me
Double talkin' words that I can't spell
You speak in a confusing manner that I cannot decipher
I don't want to read between your lies
I refuse to interpret your deceitful words
Love comes easy when you close your eyes
It is effortless to love when you ignore reality
You always run away with words
You commonly use elusive language
You're never seen once you've been heard
You do not act on your words, rendering them meaningless
I'm the only fool
I am foolish for being involved in this situation
That's as big a fool as you
I am equally foolish as you are
Got the only heart
I possess the only heart involved in this relationship
And it beats as hard as yours
My heart is equally invested in this relationship as yours is
I'm the only one you run to
You come to me exclusively for comfort or help
The one you come to
I am the sole person you turn to for support
The only one you can get to
You have no other options, so you come to me
I'm the only one-only one for you
I am the only person suitable for you
Only one for you
No other individuals can fulfill your needs like I can
There's no need to play this silly game
We should stop this foolish charade
No one wins and nothing's ever gained
This game is pointless and yields no rewards
You'd think by now that maybe you would see
It is surprising that you have not realized this by now
But you're as blind to love as you are to me
You are incapable of comprehending both love and me
I'm all for one, you're one for all
I am dedicated to this relationship, but you are self-serving
I got the only number you should call
I am the only one you should reach out to for help or support
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, BMG Rights Management, DANIEL HARVEY D/B/A DANNY B. HARVEY MUSIC
Written by: CARLENE CARTER, DANNY K HARVEY, KATHY VALENTINE
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