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Who sang The Only One?

Lionel Richie released the song The Only One. Date of release: 1983.

Release date: 1983
Duration: 04:25
The story of the song ' The Only One '

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The meaning of the song 'The Only One ', based on the lyrics
What is The Only One about?
🎶 The Only One song analysis
The protagonist sings about how he feels about his companion, saying that she is very hard to find and that she is the only one for him. He feels a magical bond with her and wants to be with her every day and night. He thinks that no one else understands him like she does and that she is the only one who has stolen his heart.

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Lionel Richie - Short Biography

Lionel Brockman Richie Jr. is an accomplished American artist, born in 1949. He is best known for his talents as a singer, songwriter and record producer. He began his career in the 1970s as the lead singer of The Commodores. In the 1980s, Richie's solo career took off, with hits like "Endless Love", "Hello" and "Say You, Say Me". Richie's many awards and accolades are a testament to his extraordinary talents in creating soulful melodies and producing memorable songs enjoyed by millions of fans around the world.
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Story of the song The Only One - Lionel Richie
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"The Only One" is a song that appears on "Can't Slow Down", the second solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Lionel Richie.

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