Not the Only One

Bonnie Raitt

About Not the Only One

"Not the Only One" is a 1991 song by Bonnie Raitt, written by Paul Brady and produced by Don Was from the album Luck of the Draw. The single reached No. 34 in the United States and No. 13 in Canada, topping the latter country's Adult Contemporary chart.


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1991
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I was in a daze, movin' in the wrong direction
Feelin' that I'd always be the lonely one
Then I saw your face, on the edge of my horizon
Whisperin' that I wasn't the only one
The lonely one

One chance intervention, see what it can signify
The slightest misapprehension, baby
And we'd have passed each other by
When I heard your sweet voice callin'
Saw your light come shinin' through
I couldn't stop my heart from turning
Churnin' out my love for you

I was in a daze, movin' in the wrong direction
Feelin' that I'd always be the lonely one
Then I saw your face, on the edge of my horizon
Whisperin' that I wasn't the only one
That lonely one

True love or perfection
It seems like it's overdue
Then just when you least expect it
It comes sneakin' up on you
When I thought that I was dreaming
Felt your body close to mine
Now love takes on a different meaning
Together till the end of time

I was in a daze, movin' in the wrong direction
Feelin' that I'd always be the lonely one
When I saw your face, through the web of my confusion
Whisperin' that I was not the only one
The lonely one, oh the lonely one, ooh baby

Not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only, only, only one, baby, ooh
I am not the only one

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Bonnie Raitt

Bonnie Lynn Raitt (born November 8, 1949) is a renowned American blues singer-songwriter and slide guitar player. During the 1970s, Raitt released a series of acclaimed roots-influenced albums which incorporated elements of blues, rock, folk and country, but she is perhaps best known for her more commercially accessible recordings in the 1990s including "Nick of Time", "Something to Talk About", "Love Sneakin' Up on You", and the slow ballad "I Can't Make You Love Me". Raitt has received nine Grammy Awards in her career and is a lifelong political activist. more »

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Written by: PAUL BRADY

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Not the Only One" is a song by Bonnie Raitt, an American blues singer, guitarist, and activist known for her slide guitar playing. She is a 10-time Grammy Award winner.
Album Identification
The song appears on Raitt's album "Luck of the Draw," which was released in 1991.
Songwriter Information
The song "Not the Only One" was written by Irish musician, Paul Brady.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Not the Only One" hit #34 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It also peaked at #2 on the US Adult Contemporary charts.
Music Video
The music video for the song centered around the theme of homelessness and was directed by Matt Mahurin.
Collaborations
Paul Brady, the songwriter, also provided backing vocals for the recording of the song.
Album Success
The album "Luck of the Draw," which features "Not the Only One," sold over three million copies, making it one of Raitt’s most successful albums.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics depict a protagonist who's struggling with disillusionment and is seeking reassurance that they're not alone in their feelings.
Performance Style
"Not the Only One" showcases Bonnie Raitt's signature blend of rock, blues, and country music.
Legacy
The success and popularity of "Not the Only One" helped solidify Bonnie Raitt's place in the rock history, marking a high point in her career during the early 1990s.
Social Impact
The music video for "Not the Only One," provided attention on the issue of homelessness, which reflects Raitt's commitment to addressing social issues.
Recognition
Raitt was nominated for several Grammy Awards for the album "Luck of the Draw," reflecting the success and artistic value of songs like "Not the Only One."

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