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"One More Chance" is a song recorded by American singer Madonna for her ballads compilation album, Something to Remember (1995). Written and produced by Madonna and David Foster, it was released on March 7, 1996 by Maverick Records as the album's second single in Australia and Japan, and the third single in the European countries. An acoustic pop ballad, the song lyrically talks about attempting to win a lost lover back. The song was inspired by Madonna's real life experience, but she wrote it from the opposite point of view. The song received positive response from music critics, who praised its musical simplicity and Madonna's vocal delivery. "One More Chance" peaked at number two in Italy and charted within the top forty in Australia, Finland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. Since Madonna was busy filming the musical Evita, the song received little promotion and no accompanying music video. 


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Once upon a time I had plenty of nothing,
Which was fine with me.
Because I had rhythm, music, love,
The sun, the stars and the moon above,
Had the clear blue sky and the deep blue sea.
That was when the best things in life were free.

Then time went by and now I got plenty of plenty,
Which is fine with me.
'Cause I still got love, I still got rhythm,
But look at what I got to go with 'em.
"Who could ask for anything more?", I hear you query.
Who would ask for anything more? Well, let me tell you, dearie.

Got my diamonds, got my yacht, got a guy I adore.
I'm so happy with what I got, I want more!

Count your blessings, one, two, three
I just hate keeping score.
Any number is fine with me
As long as it's more
As long as it's more!

I'm no mathematician, all I know is addition
I find counting a bore.
Keep the number mounting, your accountant does the counting.
[More! More!]

I got rhythm, music too, just as much as before
Got my guy and my sky of blue,
Now, however, I own the view.
More is better than nothing, true
But nothing's better than more, more, more
Nothing's better than more.

One is fun, why not two?
And if you like two, you might as well have four,
And if you like four, why not a few
Why not a slew
[More! More!]

If you've got a little, why not a lot?
Add and bit and it'll get to be an oodle.
Every jot and tittle adds to the pot
Soon you've got the kit as well as the caboodle.
[More! More!]

Never say when, never stop at plenty,
If it's gonna rain, let it pour.
Happy with ten, happier with twenty
If you like a penny, wouldn't you like many much more?

Or does that sound too greedy?
That's not greed, no, indeedy
That's just stocking the store
Gotta fill your cupboard, remember Mother Hubbard.
[More! More!]

Each possession you possess
Helps your spirits to soar.
That's what's soothing about excess
Never settle for something less.
Something's better than nothing, yes!
But nothing's better than more, more more
[Except all, all, all]
Except all, all, all
Except once you have it all [have it all]
You may find all else above [find all else above]
That though things are bliss,
There's one thing you miss, and that's
More! More!
More! More! More! More!
More! More! More!

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Madonna

Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »

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Written by: STEPHEN SONDHEIM

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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"More" is a track from the soundtrack album of the film “Dick Tracy.” The album, titled "I'm Breathless," includes songs inspired by the 1990 film. Madonna starred in the film as the character "Breathless Mahoney."
Genre Classification
This song features a blend of pop, jazz, and funk music, reflecting the unique aesthetic of the film and era it was created for.
Composition
It's a high-energy track with a distinctive brass-section motif, demonstrating Madonna’s versatility as an artist as she smoothly shifts between different music genres.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of "More" express the desire for excess and extravagance. The song is an embodiment of the materialistic '80s era.
Release and Reception
Despite not being released as a single, "More" received positive reviews from critics who praised its upbeat tempo and Madonna’s vocal performance.
Madonna’s Role
Not only did Madonna deliver a stellar vocal performance in "More," but she also co-wrote the song, along with Patrick Leonard, showcasing her talent as a songwriter.
Live Performance
Madonna has never included "More" in the setlist of her concert tours.
Music Video
There isn't an official music video for this song.
Chart Performance
Although "More" was never officially released as a single, the "I’m Breathless" album peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1990.
Cultural Impact
"More" along with the entire "I'm Breathless" album contributed to Madonna's image as a versatile artist unafraid to experiment with different sounds and genres. It demonstrated her ability to seamlessly blend pop tropes with the musical theater context of the "Dick Tracy" film.

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