One Place
Everything But the Girl · Works [2007]
Baby's crying; Someone's cooking dinner;
There's laughter on the TV
Someone's learning the violin.
How at home, it heals
At times like this, I feel that...
CHORUS:
I would like to live like anybody else
In one place
And I could be happy and fulfilled
In one place
So I get the map out
And draw a line of where we've been
It goes thru sea and sky
Twenty-five planes this year
And it's only July...
This is not some Bible, like on the road
It's just a song about coming home
And whether...
CHORUS:
I would like to live like anybody else
In one place
And I could be happy and fulfilled
In one place
And you know that I have found
That I'm happiest weaving from town to town
And you know Bruce said
we should keep moving 'round
Maybe we all get too tied down, I don't know
Hell, I don't know
I'm happy to be home (Still alive)
Happy to be home...
In the end, if you take care
You can be happy or unhappy anywhere
CHORUS:
And I think we maybe all rely too much
On one place
I know I never would deny the need
For one place
So I get the map out (get the map out)
Yeah I get the map out (get the map out)
C'mon, get the map out (get the map out)
Get the map out (get the map out)
One Place
One Place stands as a reflective song in the later discography of Everything But the Girl, appearing on their 2007 compilation Works. By this era, the duo of Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt had long established themselves as pioneers of sophisticated pop and soulful alternative music. The track captures the band's signature blend of introspective songwriting and polished production, showcasing their ability to craft intimate soundscapes that resonate with emotional depth. While the song benefits from the duo's extensive experience, it remains a testament to their enduring chemistry and musical evolution. The recording highlights their consistent commitment to quality, offering listeners a moment of quiet contemplation within a broader catalogue of acclaimed works. It serves as a reminder of the band's lasting influence on the genre, maintaining the high standards that defined their career throughout the decades.

