One Man Band
Leo Sayer
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Well everybody knows down Ladbrook grove You have to leap across the street You can lose your life under a taxi cab You gotta have eyes in your feet You find a nice soft corner and you sit right down Take up your guitar and play But then the law man comes says move along So you move along all day Well I'm a one man band Nobody knows nor understands Is there anybody out there want to lend me a hand With my one man band For three days now I haven't eaten at all My my you must be getting so thin And soon my cap won't be large enough To drop a half a crown in So hey there mister don't you look so sad Don't look so ill at ease Well I can play you any song you like To cheer up that life you lead Well I'm a one man band Nobody knows nor understands Is there anybody out there want to lend me a hand With my one man band And oh oh oh look at the rain falling Oh oh oh look at it rain Oh look at it rain Well nobody sees the minstrel boy as he sings his tale of woe Nobody sees him coming Nobody see him go So hey there mister don't you look so sad Don't look so ill at ease Well I can play you any song you like To cheer up that life you lead Well I'm a one man band Nobody knows nor understands Is there anybody out there want to lend me a hand With my one man band Well I'm a one man band Nobody knows nor understands Is there anybody out there want to lend me a hand With my one man band Oh I'm a one man band Just a one man band Oh I'm a one man band
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Written by: PHILLIP MALCOLM WILLIAMS, RICHARD JOHN PARFITT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Recording Artist"One Man Band" is predominantly known as a hit song by Leo Sayer, a British singer-songwriter with a successful career spanning more than four decades. Roger Daltrey, lead singer of the rock band The Who, also recorded a version of the song.
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SongwritersThe song was written by three music industry greats - Leo Sayer himself, David Courtney, and Adam Faith. It was a collaboration that brought together artists from different musical backgrounds.
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Premier ReleaseLeo Sayer's version of "One Man Band" was released in 1974 as his debut single, off his first album "Silverbird," making it one of the standout tunes that propelled his music career.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "One Man Band" did not reach the top of the charts, it was still a significant hit. In the UK, it peaked at no. 6 on the chart, and in the US it reached no. 96 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its international appeal.
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Genre and StyleThe song falls under the 'pop' genre but also incorporates elements of soft rock. It has a feel-good rhythm and catchy melody that have made it popular among listeners.
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Roger Daltrey's VersionA year after Leo Sayer's release of "One Man Band," in 1975, Roger Daltrey recorded his version for his second solo studio album "Ride a Rock Horse."
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RelevanceThe song is particularly notable for its lyrics, which convey a sense of loneliness and longing, mirroring the life of a solitary musician. This relatability has contributed to its enduring popularity.
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Legacy"One Man Band" remains one of Leo Sayer's most recognized songs to date, consistently featuring in his live performances even years after its original release.
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Cover VersionsApart from Roger Daltrey, the song has been covered by various artists worldwide, demonstrating its universal appeal and recognition across multiple music markets.
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Music VideoInterestingly, the music video for Roger Daltrey's version of "One Man Band" was directed by iconic filmmaker Russ Meyer. This artistic collaboration added a unique visual interpretation to the song.
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