Good Thing

Fine Young Cannibals

About Good Thing

"Good Thing" is a song recorded by Fine Young Cannibals, the second single from their album from 1989, The Raw & the Cooked. The song was their second and most recent U. S. #1, topping the Billboard Hot 100 on 8 July 1989. It also peaked at #7 on the UK Singles Chart. The song made its first appearance in Tin Men (1987). Fine Young Cannibals portrayed a nightclub band in the movie, performing this song and three others (including the single's b-side "Social Security"). The film is set in Baltimore in 1963, and the song's retro soul style is consistent with that setting. Jools Holland played piano on the track, noting that it was "one of the biggest selling records I've ever played on". 


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The one good thing in my life
Has gone away, I don't know why
She's gone away, I don't know where
Somewhere I can't follow her

The one good thing didn't stay too long
My back was turned and she was gone

Good thing
Where have you gone
My good thing
You've been gone too long (good thing)

People say I should forget
New friend tomorrow
Don't get upset
People say she's doing fine
Mutual friends I see sometime

That's not what I want to hear
I wanna hear she wants me near

Good thing
Where have you gone
My good thing
You've been gone too long (good thing)
Good thing

Then one day she came back
I was so happy that I didn't act
Morning came into my room
Caught me dreaming like a fool

Good thing, my good thing
My my my my good thing
Where have you gone (good thing)
My good thing
My good thing (good thing)

Girl
Where have you gone
It's been so long
Good God girl
Good God girl
Good God girl
Good thing
Good God
Good God

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Fine Young Cannibals

Fine Young Cannibals were a British band formed in Birmingham, England in 1984, by bassist David Steele, guitarist Andy Cox (both formerly of The Beat), and singer Roland Gift (formerly of the Akrylykz). Their 1988 album, The Raw and the Cooked, topped the UK and US Album charts, and contained their two Billboard Hot 100 number ones: "She Drives Me Crazy" and "Good Thing". more »

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Written by: David Steele, Roland Lee Gift

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Good Thing" is classified under the genre of new wave, pop-rock, and soul.
Chart Performance
The song achieved significant success, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 in July 1989, the second single from the band to achieve this feat.
Unique Instrumental Sound
The band used a variety of uncommon instruments for a rock band, including marimba, trumpet, and harpsichord. This created a unique sound that made the Fine Young Cannibals stand out.
Grammy Nomination
"Good Thing" earned the band a Grammy nomination. The Fine Young Cannibals were nominated for Best Rock Performance By a Duo or Group for their album "The Raw & the Cooked," which included the hit single.
Music Video
The music video for "Good Thing" has a retro theme that evokes the 1950s and 1960s, adding an ironic twist to the song.
Film Soundtrack
"Good Thing" was included in the soundtrack for the popular movie "Tin Men" (1987) before it was released as a single.
Influence
The song's retro-inspired sound is reflective of the band's R&B and Motown influences, which they paired with a distinctly 80s synth-pop twist.
Co-Written by Band Members
"Good Thing" was co-written by Roland Gift and David Steele, both of whom are members of Fine Young Cannibals.
Certifications
The album "The Raw & the Cooked" which "Good Thing" is part of, was certified platinum multiple times in different countries, signifying sales of millions of copies.
Live Performances
The band often performed "Good Thing" live during their extensive touring years in the late 80s and early 90s.
Cover Versions
The song "Good Thing" has been covered by several artists such as by Elvis Costello in 2002 for the film version of "The Importance of Being Earnest."
Catchphrase
The phrase "Good Thing, where have you gone...?" became a popular catchphrase amongst fans.
Vinyl Single
When released as a vinyl single, "Good Thing" was backed by the song “Social Security," a non-album track.

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