About the song
When we talk about iconic female voices in American music, Linda Ronstadt holds a cherished place in the hearts of listeners. Known for her powerful, expressive voice—at once smooth and commanding—she left an enduring legacy across genres, from rock and country to ballads. Among her many memorable performances, one standout is her 1978 rendition of “Just One Look”, a song that continues to resonate, especially with those over the age of 50.
Originally a hit by Doris Troy in 1963, “Just One Look” took on a new life when Linda Ronstadt reimagined it. With her soulful interpretation, the song was transformed into something fuller and more emotionally textured. The melody is gentle yet stirring, as Linda tells the timeless story of a single, unforgettable gaze—“just one look” that changes everything. Through her voice, listeners feel the tremble of a heart that has loved, hoped, and longed deeply.
For listeners over 50, “Just One Look” is more than just a catchy tune. It becomes a reminder of young love’s early spark, of hearts once moved by shy glances and quiet moments. The song serves as a mirror to the past, evoking memories of first loves and the innocent thrill of connection. It’s a piece that brings comfort and nostalgia in equal measure.
To hear Linda Ronstadt sing “Just One Look” is not merely to enjoy music—it’s to reconnect with one’s own story, with the moments that shaped our emotional lives. For those who have seen decades go by, the song whispers gently: true love often begins with something beautifully simple—just one look.
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Lyrics
Just one lookAnd I fell so ha-a-ardIn love, with you, oh, ohI found outHow good it fe-e-elsTo have your love, oh, ohSay you willWill be mi-i-ineForever and always, oh, ohJust one lookAnd I knew-ew-ewwThat youWere my only one, oh, oh, oh, ohI thought I was dreamingBut I was wrong, oh yeah, yeahAh, but I’m gonna keep on scheming‘Til I can make youMake you my ownSo, you seeI really ca-a-areWithout youI’m nothing, oh, ohJust one lookAnd I know-ow-owwI’ll get you someday, oh, ohJust one lookThat’s all it tookHa, just one lookThat’s all it tookWhoa, just one lookThat’s all it, whoa, baby (just one look, that’s all it took)You know I love you baby (just one look, that’s all it took)I’ll build my world around you (just one look, that’s all it took)Come on baby (just one look, that’s all it took)
