The Only Way

Lisa Stansfield · In Session [1992]

I wake up at five

Wonder why I'm alive

Crawl out bed (good morning)

Leaving the paper unread

Don't think I can take much more Traffic makes me late

I've got not time to waste

Chasing the time

I'm about to lose my mind

A touch of Monday morning blues



I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way

I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way



Heading for home



Cold light to see the room

Where I'm all alone

I hear the voices say

Get out before it's too late



I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way

I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way



I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way

I think to myself

Is this the only way

Is this the only way



The only way,

The Only Way

Released on the 1992 compilation In Session, Lisa Stansfield's 'The Only Way' stands as a defining track from her early career, showcasing her signature blend of soulful vocals and R&B-infused pop production. The song captures the emotional vulnerability characteristic of her work during the early 1990s, a period where she became a prominent figure in the genre. As part of her broader discography that includes hits like 'Just To Keep You Satisfied' and 'Whenever You're Gone', this recording exemplifies the smooth, emotive style that made her a staple in the music scene of the era. The track remains a testament to her ability to craft intimate, resonant melodies that have endured through the decades.