Best Thing
Styx
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Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever had Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever had Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever had Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever had Silk and satin make me wonder Just who I am To be with you in times of slumber Makin' me a man I haven't known you for a very long time But it's on my mind what I want to do A trip to the skies we begin to fly Oh All the riches I have taken From you every night Pay you back someday with interest 'Cause your loving makes it right Yeah Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever had Your loving seemed to be the best thing That I ever, ever had Oh yeah Best thing
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Written by: DENNIS DEYOUNG, JAMES YOUNG
Lyrics © CRISTY LANE MUSIC
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11 facts about this song
Album Origin"Best Thing" is a song by the American band Styx and is featured on their debut self-titled album which was released in 1972.
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SongwritersThe song was written by the band's main songwriters, Dennis DeYoung, and James Young.
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Chart Performance"Best Thing" was released as a single and reached the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 82. This was considerable for a debut album single.
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Initial ReceptionThe song received critical acclaim upon its release for its soaring vocals and complex arrangement, a signature of the band's early progressive rock sound.
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Album SalesThe album "Styx" didn't perform well in terms of sales until the band became popular later in the 1970s, following which fans began to discover their initial works like "Best Thing".
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Band MembersDuring the recording of "Best Thing", Styx consisted of members Dennis DeYoung, James Young, Chuck Panozzo, and John Panozzo.
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Musical Style"Best Thing" is known for its mix of hard rock and progressive rock, giving it a unique sound compared to the pop-oriented direction Styx would take later in their career.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Best Thing", like many Styx songs, are noted for their romantic nature, with the song focusing on the theme of newfound love.
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Record LabelThe song "Best Thing" and the band's debut album were released under the Wooden Nickel Records label before they switched to A&M Records.
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Live PerformancesDespite its initial popularity, "Best Thing" is not frequently featured in the band's live setlists.
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Track LengthThe original album version of the song runs for four minutes and thirteen seconds.
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