One Good Reason cover

One Good Reason

Paul Carrack · 1987

39 min · 10 tracks · pop rock · soft rock · blue-eyed soul

Smooth melodies and heartfelt lyrics blend blue-eyed soul with soft rock sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • smooth melodies for relaxation
  • heartfelt sing-alongs with friends
  • easy listening during commutes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer complex, experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1987, Paul Carrack was transitioning into a solo career after his time with ACE and Squeeze. 'One Good Reason' marked his first full-length album as a solo artist, showcasing his distinctive voice and songwriting skills while establishing him as a solo artist following the success of hits like 'How Long'.
Stylistic neighbors
Michael McDonald· Hall & Oates· Billy Joel

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 One Good Reason 3:20
  • 2 When You Walk in the Room 3:31
  • 3 Button Off My Shirt 3:46
  • 4 Give Me a Chance 4:51
  • 5 Double It Up 3:44
  • 6 Don’t Shed a Tear 4:55
  • 7 Fire With Fire 4:01
  • 8 Here I Am 4:00
  • 9 Collrane 4:42
  • 10 (Do I Figure) In Your Life 2:20

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