With One Look
Shirley Bassey · Other Songs - Shirley Bassey
They all say I'm through
Well, it's time they knew
With one look, I can break your heart
With one look, I play every part
I can make your sad heart sing
With one look, you'll know all you need to know
With one smile, I'm the girl next door
Or the love that you've hungered for
When I speak, it's with my soul
I can play any role
No words can tell the stories my eyes tell
Watch me when I frown, you can't write that down
You know I'm right, it's there in black and white
When I look your way, you'll hear what I say
Yes, with one look, I put your words to shame
Just one look sets the screen aflame
Silent music starts to play
One tear from my eye makes the whole world cry
With one look, they'll forgive the past
They'll rejoice, I've returned at last
To my people in the dark
Still out there in the dark
Silent music starts to play
With one look, you'll know all you need to know
With one look, I'll ignite a blaze
I'll return to my glory days
They'll say, Norma's back at last
This time I'm staying, I'm staying for good
I'll be back where I was born to be
With one look, I'll be me
With One Look
Shirley Bassey's 'With One Look' stands as a powerful example of her commanding vocal style and dramatic flair, characteristic of her work in the 1960s and beyond. The track showcases her ability to deliver intense emotional delivery, a hallmark of her career that spanned musical theatre, film soundtracks, and live performance. As a solo artist, Bassey often collaborated with composers to create memorable recordings that highlighted her unique voice and theatrical presence. This song reflects the era's emphasis on dramatic ballads and operatic pop, where vocal prowess was paramount. Her discography from this period includes other notable tracks that cemented her reputation as a leading figure in British and international music. The recording captures the essence of her artistry, blending classical training with contemporary pop sensibilities to create a timeless piece of music.