Good Thing

Sam Smith · In The Lonely Hour (Deluxe Edition) [2014]

I had a dream I was mugged outside your house

I had a dream in a panic you came running out

For a moment you were sure I'd die on you

For a moment I believed you loved me too

But life is never like this, and you're never strong



Too much of a good thing won't be good for long

Although you made my heart sing, to stay with you would be wrong

Too much of a good thing won't be good anymore

Watch where I tread before I fall



We'd talk maybe 20 times a day

And still I never say what I want to say

I thought I wouldn't need to

I guess I read you wrong



Too much of a good thing won't be good for long

Although you made my heart sing, to stay with you would be wrong

Too much of a good thing won't be good anymore

Watch where I tread before I fall



You refuse to see this, don't see it anymore

I have made the decision not to answer your calls

Cause I put everything out there and I got nothing at all



Too much of a good thing isn't good and you know

I watch where I walk before I fall

Before I fall

Good Thing

Good Thing serves as a standout track on Sam Smith's debut album, In The Lonely Hour. Released in 2014, the record established Smith as a defining voice in modern soul and pop, characterized by emotive vocals and introspective songwriting. This particular recording captures the artist's signature blend of melancholy and hope, exploring the complexities of romantic attachment. As part of a critically acclaimed body of work that includes hits like Stay With Me and I'm Not The Only One, the song reinforces the album's cohesive narrative regarding love and loss. The track exemplifies the polished production style that brought Smith widespread international recognition, showcasing a mature approach to balladry that resonates deeply with listeners seeking emotional authenticity in contemporary music.