Just Once
Quincy Jones
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I did my best But I guess my best wasn't good enough Cause here we are Back where we were before Seems nothin' ever changes We're back to being strangers Wondering if we ought to stay Or head on out the door Just once Can't we figure out what we keep doin' wrong Why we never last for very long What are we doin' wrong Just once Can't we find a way to finally make it right To make the magic last for more than just one night If we could just get to it I know we could break through it (Hmm hmm) I gave my all But I think my all may have been too much Cause Lord knows we're not gettin' anywhere Seems we're always blowin' Whatever we've got goin' And it seems at times with all we've got We haven't got a prayer Just once Can't we figure out what we keep doin' wrong Why the good times never last for long Where are we goin' wrong Just once Can't we find a way to finally make it right To make the magic last for more than just one night I know we could break through it If we could just get to it Just once I want to understand Why it always comes back to goodbye Why Can't we get ourselves in hand And admit to one another We're no good without each other Take the best and make it better Find a way to stay together Just once. Can't we find a way to finally make it right Make the magic last for more than just one night I know we could break through it If we could just get to it Just once Whoa oh, we can get to it Just once
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Written by: Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil
Lyrics © DYAD Music Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Production Facts"Just Once" was produced by iconic American record producer, Quincy Jones, who's renowned for working with legendary artists such as Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra.
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Artist ContributionThe song features powerful and emotive vocals from the late James Ingram, an acclaimed Grammy-winning R&B artist known for his soulful ballads.
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Chart PerformanceFollowing its 1981 release, "Just Once" peaked at Number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart. It also reached Number 2 on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks.
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Awards and RecognitionJames Ingram was nominated for Best Pop Male Vocalist at the 24th Grammy Awards for his performance in "Just Once".
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Album Info"Just Once" was included on Quincy Jones' album "The Dude", which received multiple Grammy nominations in various categories, highlighting the song's significant contribution to the album's success.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Just Once" is a simple, straight-to-the-point performance video that shows Ingram in the studio, effectively reflecting the song's raw emotional resonance.
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Songwriting Credits"Just Once" was written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, who are known for composing a number of hits in the pop music industry, including songs for artists like The Animals, The Righteous Brothers, and Cher.
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Legacy ImpactDespite being released over four decades ago, "Just Once" remains one of James Ingram's most recognized and beloved songs, often played on classic R&B and pop music radio stations.
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Cover Versions"Just Once" has been covered by several artists, including notable versions by Filipino singer Nina, and Peruvian singer-songwriter Gian Marco.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is typically classified under the Soul, R&B, and adult contemporary genres, known for its soulful ballad sound that effectively showcases James Ingram's powerful vocals.
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