About the song
“Once in a Lifetime” is an uplifting country song by Keith Urban, known for its heartfelt lyrics and energetic melody.
Song Details:
- Title: Once in a Lifetime
- Artist: Keith Urban
- Album: Love, Pain & the Whole Crazy Thing (2006)
- Released: August 2006
- Genre: Country, Country Pop
- Songwriters: Keith Urban, John Shanks
- Chart Performance: Peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart
Song Meaning & Lyrics:
The song is about embracing a once-in-a-lifetime love and overcoming fears about commitment. Urban sings about the doubts and insecurities that can come with relationships but reassures his partner that their love is worth it. The lyrics encourage living in the moment and taking a chance on love without hesitation.
Musical Style & Impact:
- The song features Urban’s signature mix of country and rock elements, with strong guitar work and an anthemic chorus.
- It became one of Urban’s fastest-rising singles on the country charts at the time of its release.
- The uplifting message and emotional depth resonated with fans, making it a popular song for weddings and romantic occasions.
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Lyrics
I can see it in your eyesAnd feel it in your touchI know that you’re scaredBut you’ve never been this loved (mm hmm)It’s a long shot, babyI know it’s trueBut if anyone can make itI’m betting on me and you (mm hmm)Just keep on moving into meI know you’re gonna to seeThe best is yet to comeAnd don’t fear it nowWe’re going all the wayThat sun is shining on a brand new dayIt’s a long way downAnd it’s a leap of faithBut we’re never giving up‘Cause I know we’ve got a once in a lifetime loveEverybody’s lookingFor what we’ve foundSome wait their whole lifeAnd it never comes around (oh huh)So don’t hold back nowJust let go of all you’ve ever knownYou can put your hand in mineAnd don’t fear it nowWe’re going all the wayThat sun is shining on a brand new dayIt’s a long way downAnd it’s a leap of faithBut we’re never giving up‘Cause I know we’ve got a once in a lifetime loveI close my eyes and I see you standing right thereSaying I do and they’re throwing the rice in our hairWell the first one’s bornAnd a brother comes alongAnd he’s got your smileI’ve been looking back on the life we hadI’m still by your sideSo don’t fear it nowWe’re going all the wayThat sun is shining on a brand new dayIt’s a long way downAnd it’s a leap of faithBut I’m never giving upNoDon’t fear it nowI’ll never let you goWhen you’re by my sideI know I’ve made it homeIt’s a long way downAnd it’s a leap of faithBut I’m never giving up‘Cause I know we’ve got a once in a lifetime loveLifetime loveYeah, it’s a lifetime love