One Better World
ABC
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Politicians preaching - on TV Saying nothing but - vote for me Everybody, everywhere We got a love, got a love Got a love we gotta share... One better world One better world One better world Papers feeding - lies each day Are you believeing - what they say? Pulpit preachers - selling God Making big bucks - is that enough? Everybody, everywhere We got a love, got a love Got a love we gotta share... One better world One betetr world One better, better, better world Someway - Somehow - Some place - Somewhere Let the lion lie down with the lamb Someway - Somehow - Some place - Somewhere Don't use the colour of his skin to judge the man Someway - Somehow - Some place - Somewhere Does it matter if you're gay or if you're straight Someway - Somehow - Some place - Somewhere If it does you fill this world with hate Underneath a flag Love is just a name But underneath the moon We are all the same Everybody, everywhere We got a love, got a love Got a love we gotta share... One better world One better world One better, better, better world
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Written by: FRY WHITE
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"One Better World" is a track by the English band ABC. It was a part of their fifth studio album, "Up," released in 1989.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being an upbeat song with a strong message, it did not fare particularly well in sales. It reached number 32 on the UK Singles Chart and number 10 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs in the United States.
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GenreThe song belongs to the Synthpop and Dance-pop genres, featuring heavy use of synthesizers and electronic beats.
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Music and LyricsConsidering that the band was heavily influenced by the house music trend of the late '80s, "One Better World" reflects a mix of uplifting lyrics with a driving dance beat and house music influences.
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Singles and Music VideosThe song was released as the first single from the "Up" album. It was accompanied by a music video which displayed the band performing in a variety of colorful and theatrical settings.
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Band Line-upThe band's line-up at the time of "One Better World's" release was significantly different from its peak in the 1980s. Mark White and Martin Fry were the only original members remaining.
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MessageThe song carries a positive message advocating peace and unity. It encourages listeners to change their ways and strive for a better world.
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Song Versions"One Better World" was released in multiple versions, including a 7" version, a 12" Pickering-Park Mix, and a Percapella version.
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Producer"One Better World" was produced by the band members themselves (Mark White and Martin Fry) along with Bernard Edwards, a bassist and producer known for his work with the disco band Chic.
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Retrospective ViewsDespite not being one of ABC's most commercially successful songs, "One Better World" remains a fan favorite due to its catchy rhythm, strong messaging, and the band’s skillful blend of synth-pop and house music.
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