All at Once
The Fray
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There are certain people you just keep coming back to She is right in front of you You begin to wonder, could you find a better one Compared to her, now she's in question And all at once the crowd begins to sing Sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same Maybe you want her, maybe you need her Maybe you started to compare to someone not there Looking for the right one, you line up the world to find Where no questions cross your mind But she won't keep on waiting for you without a doubt Much longer for you to sort it out And all at once the crowd begins to sing Sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same Maybe you want her, maybe you need her Maybe you started to compare to someone not there Maybe you want it, maybe you need it Maybe it's all you're running from Perfection will not come And all at once the crowd begins to sing Sometimes We'd never know what's wrong without the pain Sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same Maybe you want her, maybe you need her Maybe you've started to compare to someone not there Maybe you want it, maybe you need it Maybe it's all you're running from Perfection will not come Maybe you want her, maybe you need her Maybe you had her, maybe you lost her to another To another
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Written by: ISAAC SLADE, JOSEPH KING, AARON P. JOHNSON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song's Release"All at Once" is a song by American rock band, The Fray. It was part of the band’s debut studio album, "How to Save a Life," which was released in 2005.
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Song's PerformanceAlthough it was not released as a single, it is still one of The Fray’s most popular songs, often seen as a fan-favorite.
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Song's CompositionThe Fray's typical style of emotional rock is very much evident in this song. Isaac Slade's passionate vocals underpin the restless guitars and driving drum beat.
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Song's Theme"All at Once" is considered to be about the loss of innocence and the harsh realities of life that hit "all at once."
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Song's LyricsLike many of The Fray’s songs, "All at Once" is known for its engaging, introspective lyrics. The lines "Sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same" are particularly famous and are often quoted.
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Song's Live PerformancesThe Fray often performs "All at Once" at concerts. During many of these performances, the crowd joins in, singing along to the lyrics, showing the emotional connection that fans have with the song.
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Song's ReceptionDespite not being a single, "All at Once" has been generally well-received by critics and fans alike, with many praising its relatable lyrics and emotional depth.
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Impact on Band"All at Once" played a large part in establishing The Fray's sound and their reputation for creating deeply emotional songs that resonate with listeners.
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Song's Music VideoWhile "All at Once" does not have its official music video, there are multiple fan-created videos available on platforms such as YouTube.
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Band's InspirationIt is thought that many of The Fray's songs, "All at Once" included, draw on real-life experiences of the band members, making their music deeply personal. However, specific inspirational sources for "All at Once" have not been publicly disclosed by the band.
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