If Only I Could
Sydney Youngblood
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Everybody all around the world, stand up all my brothers Joining our hands, united we're stronger Fighting for peace, caring about our loved ones Trusting ourselves, sharing our feeling, believe me If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could I'd make this world a better place Oh believe me, believe Believe me, believe, if only I could I think about the implications when alone between the sheets When all the huggin' and kissin' is tearin' my heart apart All people standin' hand in hand, celebratin' all different colours Joining together, sharing their feelings, please believe me Oh believe me, believe Believe me, believe If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could Mmm believe me, believe me Believe me, believe If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could I'd make this world a better place If only I could I'd make this world a better place
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Written by: Ralf Hamm, Mike Staab, Sydney Youngblood, Claus Zundel
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10 facts about this song
Popularity and Chart Success"If Only I Could" is the most successful single of Sydney Youngblood. The song reached number 3 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989, number 6 on the US Dance Club Songs chart, and peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand Chart.
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InspirationThe song lyrically draws inspiration from the African proverb, "It takes a village to raise a child," and effectively blends this theme with upbeat dance rhythms.
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Genre"If Only I Could" is a blend of genres, including pop, soul, and house music. This fusion was a defining feature of Sydney Youngblood's style.
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Unique SoundThe song features a memorable piano riff that stands out and is often recognized by its listeners, even today.
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German Connection"If Only I Could" was a huge success in Germany as well, where Sydney Youngblood is originally from. It spent a total of 23 weeks in the German Singles Chart, peaking at number 2.
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Musical and Video ProductionKlaus Genuit is credited for mixing the song, and the music video was produced by Bernard Rose who's a reputed English filmmaker and screenwriter.
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LegacyDespite being released over 30 years ago, "If Only I Could" remains popular and is often played on retro music channels and radio stations.
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AlbumsThe song is included in Sydney Youngblood's debut album, "Feeling Free", released in 1989. It also appears on several 80's compilation albums, demonstrating its lasting impact on the era's pop music.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered numerous times, most notably by German DJ, Ferry Ultra in 2002, who featured Sydney Youngblood on vocals.
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Live PerformancesSydney Youngblood has performed "If Only I Could" live on numerous occasions, including on famous TV shows such as "Top of The Pops".
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