For you and I
10cc · Ultimate Collection [2003]
The world is full of other people (ooh ooh)
take a look around
We're quick to laugh when they've got troubles (ooh ooh)
and we put 'em down
We go
We're not so hot you know
It's like a roller coaster
On a downward motion
On a one way street
We can't control our feet
We're on the road to ruin
Don't know what we're doin'
She may be quiet
She may be shy
But don't you bring her down
Don't pass her by
The world of wisdom behind her eyes
Could answer everything
But you and I
We seem to wander in a daydream (ooh ooh)
We never look around
The world is full of other people (ooh ooh)
and we put 'em down
We go
We're not so hot you know
It's like a roller coaster
On a downward motion
On a one way street
We can't control our feet
We're on the road to ruin
Don't know what we're doin'
She's not beautiful
But don't make it plain
You underestimate
It's not a game
A heart of gold
Behind the drab
Would comfort anyone
But you and I
Should try to see it from the other side (oooh)
We'll get a shock
It could surprise you
The world is full of other people (ooh ooh)
take a look around
We set the pace while others listen (ooh ooh)
never make a sound
The rain must fall
But we can change
Our understanding
will remain
So take a moment
To wonder why
The world keeps turning
For you and I
For You and I
Released on 10cc's 2003 Ultimate Collection, 'For You and I' stands as a quintessential example of the band's late-period pop sensibilities. The track features the group's signature blend of melodic hooks and witty lyrics, characteristic of their work during the 1970s and 1980s. While the song shares thematic ground with other catalog songs like 'I'm Mandy, Fly Me', it offers a distinct sonic texture that highlights the band's evolution from their early glam rock roots to a more polished, radio-friendly sound. As part of their broader discography, the recording exemplifies the intricate harmonies and sophisticated arrangements that defined 10cc's contribution to the English rock genre, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners seeking the band's classic style.