One Step Ahead
Split Enz
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One step ahead of you stay in motion, keep an open mind Love is a race won by two Your emotion, my solitude If I stop I could lose my head So I'm losing you instead Either way I'm confused You slow me down, what can I do? There's one particular way I have to choose One step ahead of you Always someone makes it hard to move She says, Boy I want you to stay But I save it all for another day If I stop I could lose my head But I'm ready for romance Either way I'm confused I don't know what I'm supposed to do I can only stay One step ahead of you Da, da, da, da, da Da, da, da, da Da, da, da, da Da, da, da, dumb Stop, I confess sometimes I don't know where I'm going Part of me stays with you, I'm slowing down, what can I do It's hard to stay one step ahead of you (Uh huh) One step ahead of you Time is running out Catching up with you One step ahead of you When I hold you close Can I really lose? One step ahead Only one step ahead She's one step ahead of you
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Written by: FINN, RAYNER
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"One Step Ahead" is a song by Split Enz, a band from New Zealand. They were pioneers in the New Zealand rock scene and enjoyed international success in the 1970s and 1980s.
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Album AppearanceThe song is part of their 1981 studio album titled "Waiata," also known as "Corroboree" in Australia.
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Chart Performance"One Step Ahead" reached number one in Australia and made it to the top 50 in the UK and Canada, signifying their international acclaim.
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Video ArtistryThe video for "One Step Ahead" was directed by band member Neil Finn and received positive attention for its creative effects, showing band members "disappearing" and "reappearing."
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Popularity"One Step Ahead" is one of Split Enz' most recognizable and popular songs, often playing on classic rock radio even decades after its release.
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Lead SingerThe track was sung by Neil Finn, who later became renowned as the founder and frontman of another famous band, Crowded House.
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Writing CreditsOfficially, "One Step Ahead" was written by Neil Finn. It was the second song written by him to reach No. 1 in the band's home country.
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Unique StyleThe song showcases Split Enz' eclectic style that combines elements from various genres, including new wave, art rock, and pop.
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Live Performances"One Step Ahead" remains a fixture in performances by members of Split Enz, particularly Neil Finn, who often includes it in his solo sets.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's use of a xylophone in the arrangement stood out at the time and made a lasting impression within the broader music industry.
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