Pay Attention
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
He takes the boat and the car
Both their hearts have hardened
To the way things are
They're not quite sure what happened
Didn't see it slip away
There wasn't any big problem
They just forgot to pay attention.
It happens all too often
Loves dies in vain
We drive the nails in the coffin
And just bury the blame
So many excuses
We'll say it's hard to explain
When the simple truth is
We just didn't pay attention.
It's harder than it seems
So many things get in the way
But when you think of what you stand to lose
It not such a high price to pay
Attention
Just pay attention...
Pay Attention
Hazell Dean's "Pay Attention" stands as a defining moment in her early discography, capturing the raw energy that propelled her to prominence in the English soul and R&B scene. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the track showcases Dean's powerful vocal delivery and the polished production style that characterized her work in the late 1970s. As a standout single, it reflects the artist's ability to blend emotional depth with infectious rhythms, securing her place among notable female vocalists of the era. The recording remains a testament to her enduring influence on British soul music, offering listeners a glimpse into a vibrant period of her career marked by chart-topping performances and a distinctive musical identity that continues to resonate with fans of classic R&B.