You're the Best Thing
The Style Council
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I could be discontent And chase the rainbows end I might win much more but lose all that is mine I could be a lot But I know I'm not I'm content just with the riches that you bring I might shoot to win And commit the sin Wanting more than I've already got I could runaway But I'd rather stay In the warmth of your smile lighting up my day The one that makes me say 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened To me or my world You're the best thing that ever happened So don't go away I might be a king And steal my peoples things But I don't go for that power crazy way All that I could rule I don't check for fools All that I need is to be left to live my way So listen what I say 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened To me or my world You're the best thing that ever happened So don't go away Listen to what I say 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened To me or my world You're the best thing that ever happened So don't go away I could chase around For nothing to be found But why look for something that is never there I may get it wrong sometimes But I'll come back in style For I realize your love means more than anything The song you makes me say 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened To me or my world You're the best thing that ever happened So don't go away You're the best thing that ever happened To me or my world You're the best thing that ever happened Now don't go, I said don't go, no no don't go away
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Written by: PAUL JOHN WELLER
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10 facts about this song
Band Background"You're the Best Thing" is a song performed by the British band, The Style Council. The band was formed in 1983 by Paul Weller, who was also known as the leader and singer of the punk rock band The Jam.
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Song ReleaseThe song "You're the Best Thing" was released in 1984 as part of the band's first full length album, "Café Bleu".
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Song GenreThis song is a strong representation of the band's blend of soul, jazz, and pop styles, differing greatly from Weller's previous punk rock style with The Jam.
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Commercial Success"You're the Best Thing" became one of the band's most commercially successful songs, peaking at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song shows Weller and Mick Talbot performing in what appears to be a living room setting.
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Song MessageThe song carries a positive message of love and appreciation. In the lyrics, Weller sings about realizing that the person he's singing to is the best thing that ever happened to him, hence the title "You’re the Best Thing".
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Live Performances"You're the Best Thing" is a fan favorite and is frequently included in The Style Council's live performances.
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Awards and recognitionIn 1985, the song was nominated for an Ivor Novello songwriting award.
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Different VersionsOver time, "You're the Best Thing" has been re-recorded and covered by various artists, further solidifying its wide appeal and recognition.
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Enduring PopularityEven several decades after its release, "You're the Best Thing" still enjoys considerable airplay and remains a quintessential track in The Style Council's catalog.
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