Only One
The Score Lyrics


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Tell me can you see me now?
While you were busy lost in the crowd
I was busy making myself
Into someone free from doubts
I was down and left on the shelf
I wanted a story to tell

I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing it with the people that are falling
Down, down
Now, now

It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

Tell me how it feels to know
I'm not a puppet under control
I cut the strings a long time ago, oh
I guess that I should thank you though
Cause all you was the fire for my soul
And now I'm up here running the show

I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing with it people that start falling
Down, down
Now, now

It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

No chains, no chains won't hold me...

And when the dust is settled down
You'll be all alone thinking, "how?"
Everyone is singing aloud

It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one




I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

Overall Meaning

The song "Only One" by The Score is an empowering anthem that encourages listeners to break free from the chains that hold them back and reach their full potential. The opening lines, "Tell me can you see me now? While you were busy lost in the crowd, I was busy making myself into someone free from doubts," set the tone for the song's message. It's about breaking away from the expectations of others and finding your own path, even when it's difficult.


The chorus, which repeats "I'm the only one" and "no chains, no chains won't hold me down," reinforces the idea that individuals have the power to overcome whatever obstacles they may face. The line "Tell me how it feels to know I'm not a puppet under control" acknowledges that sometimes we may feel like we're being controlled by outside forces, but it's ultimately up to us to break free.


The lyrics also acknowledge that there may be people who doubt us or try to hold us back, but we can use that negativity as fuel to succeed. The line "Cause all you was the fire for my soul" shows that even those who doubt us can inspire us to do better.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me can you see me now?
Are you able to see me for who I am?


While you were busy lost in the crowd
While you were distracted and not paying attention


I was busy making myself
I was working on improving myself


Into someone free from doubts
I was striving to become more confident and self-assured


I was down and left on the shelf
I was feeling low and forgotten about


I wanted a story to tell
I wanted to have a life filled with interesting experiences worth sharing


I scream it to the people
I shout out to the world


Started calling
Begun reaching out


Sing it with the people that are falling
I join others who also feel like they are struggling


Down, down
Feeling low and defeated


Now, now
But things are changing for the better


It's time to breakout
I am breaking free from whatever has been holding me back


So everybody just scream out
Join me in expressing your own wants and needs


No chains, no chains won't make me break down
I won't let anything restrict me or bring me down


And I can finally see now
I have clarity and understanding now


I'm the only one
I am unique and special in my own way


No chains, no chains won't hold me down
I am free from constraints that try to keep me stuck


Tell me how it feels to know
How does it feel to realize


I'm not a puppet under control
I am no longer being controlled or manipulated by others


I cut the strings a long time ago, oh
I have been free for a while now


I guess that I should thank you though
I am grateful for the challenges that made me stronger


Cause all you was the fire for my soul
Your actions were fuel for my drive and passion


And now I'm up here running the show
I am in charge of my own life and destiny


And when the dust is settled down
When everything has settled and calmed down


You'll be all alone thinking, "how?"
You will be alone, wondering how things could have turned out differently


Everyone is singing aloud
Meanwhile, I am surrounded by others who are celebrating with me


No chains, no chains won't hold me...
I refuse to be held back or confined by anything




Writer(s): Edan Dover, Eddie Ramirez

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@SVNGame

[Verse 1]
Tell me can you see me now?
While you were busy lost in the crowd
I was busy making myself
Into someone free from doubts
I was down and left on the shelf
I wanted a story to tell

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing it with the people that are falling
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Verse 2]
Tell me how it feels to know
I'm not a puppet under control
I cut the strings a long time ago, oh
I guess that I should thank you though
Cause all you was the fire for my soul
And now I'm up here running the show

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing with it people that start falling
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Post-Chorus]
No chains, no chains won't hold me...

[Bridge]
And when the dust is settled down
You'll be all alone thinking, "how?"
Everyone is singing aloud

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down



@Hat_Wearing_Snatcher

Lyrics:

[Verse 1]
Tell me can you see me now?
While you were busy lost in the crowd
I was busy making myself
Into someone free from doubt
I was down and left on the shelf
I wanted a story to tell

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Singing words that came from all the fallen
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Verse 2]
Tell me how it feels to know
I'm not a puppet under control
I cut the strings a long time ago, oh
I guess that I should thank you though
Cause all you was the fire for my soul
And now I'm up here running the show

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Singing words that came from all the fallen
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Post-Chorus]
No chains, no chains won't hold me...

[Bridge]
And when the dust is settled down
You'll be all alone thinking, "how?"
Everyone is singing aloud

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No truth, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one (I'm the only one)
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down



All comments from YouTube:

@SVNGame

[Verse 1]
Tell me can you see me now?
While you were busy lost in the crowd
I was busy making myself
Into someone free from doubts
I was down and left on the shelf
I wanted a story to tell

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing it with the people that are falling
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Verse 2]
Tell me how it feels to know
I'm not a puppet under control
I cut the strings a long time ago, oh
I guess that I should thank you though
Cause all you was the fire for my soul
And now I'm up here running the show

[Pre-Chorus]
I scream it to the people
Started calling
Sing with it people that start falling
Down, down
Now, now

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

[Post-Chorus]
No chains, no chains won't hold me...

[Bridge]
And when the dust is settled down
You'll be all alone thinking, "how?"
Everyone is singing aloud

[Chorus]
It's time to breakout
So everybody just scream out
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't make me break down
And I can finally see now
I'm the only one
I'm the only one
No chains, no chains won't hold me down

@scoubisalami7628

Steven Tribetran II

@SVNGame

Scoubisalami no problem

@scoubisalami7628

Actually I didn't wanted to write anything it's a mystake sorry and btw thanks for the lyrics

@SVNGame

Scoubisalami well, I know there's some mistake, bcuz hard to listen, u r welcome

@ZAL_3113

Sing it with the people that are falling down, down now ,now. Edit it

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@I_Love_Tennis

The score.
This band is somthing special isn't it... At least that's what I think. This band, is HEALING. It's HELPING people. It's a band that can make sad or depressed people happy, it makes them feel they are not alone. The score means a lot to me. I can't thank them enough. I know that only like six people are reading this comment, but it's important for me to write this.

@argojason5548

Probably anyone who loves the score has read your comment dude. Cheers!

@I_Love_Tennis

@Jason Royan thank you so much!! Have a great day! (:

@argojason5548

@Beetroot you too man ^_^

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