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"If I'd Been The One"...

Rock out to .38 Special's 1983 hit "If I'd Been The One" from their album "Tour de Force."...
BAND | .38 Special

"If I'd Been The One" by .38 Special

Rock out to .38 Special's 1983 hit "If I'd Been The One" from their album "Tour de Force." This powerful blend of Southern and hard rock captivated AOR audiences with its driving beat, memorable chorus, and heartfelt lyrics, becoming a major chart success for the band.

Featured on .38 Special's platinum-selling 1983 album "Tour de Force," "If I'd Been The One" exemplifies their polished hard rock sound fused with Southern rock roots. Co-written by Don Barnes, Jeff Carlisi, Larry Steele and Donnie Van Zant with Survivor's Jim Peterik, the track boasts strong guitar hooks and a powerful rhythm section, perfectly capturing the arena rock energy popular in the early 80s.

"If I'd Been The One" became a significant hit for .38 Special in 1983, reaching the US Top 20 and topping the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart. Led by Don Barnes' compelling vocals, the song's theme of romantic regret combined with its melodic hard rock structure resonated widely. It solidified the band's position as major players in the Southern/arena rock scene of the era.

SONG MEANING: "If I'd Been The One" explores feelings of regret and what might have been after a relationship ends. The narrator reflects on past mistakes and wonders if things could have turned out differently had they acted another way, expressing longing and the pain of a lost connection ("If I'd been the one / Would you have stayed?").

  • HASHTAGS: #38Special #HardRock #SouthernRock #October28
  • BAND: .38 Special
  • GENRE: Hard Rock, Southern Rock
  • RELEASEDAY: October 28
  • YEAR: 1983
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".38 Special"

Discover the classic sound of .38 Special, a powerhouse in rock music. Known for their driving guitar riffs and memorable hooks, .38 Special has captivated audiences for decades. Explore their extensive catalog and experience the energy that made them arena rock legends and a staple of radio playlists worldwide.
Since forming around 1974, .38 Special continues to perform, showcasing their signature blend of Southern rock influences with hard rock and power pop sensibilities. Over the years, their sound evolved, even incorporating elements of soft rock. Their peak commercial success saw major releases hitting the charts frequently, including notable albums dropping in the early 1980s, such as early 1981, mid-1982, and late 1983, along with later hits towards the end of 1989. This consistent output solidified .38 Special's place in rock history, proving their versatility across different rock subgenres. The band's legacy is cemented by a string of instantly recognizable hits that remain popular today. Anthems like the cautionary tale "Hold On Loosely" and the driving rhythm of "Caught Up In You" defined their early '80s sound...
BAND | .38 Special

"Hold On Loosely"

Crank up .38 Special's timeless 1981 anthem "Hold On Loosely" from "Wild-Eyed Southern Boys"! This signature hit blends hard rock, Southern rock, and power pop, defined by its iconic guitar riff and smart relationship advice. A breakthrough track that remains an AOR staple.
Released on .38 Special's 1981 breakthrough album "Wild-Eyed Southern Boys," "Hold On Loosely" immediately grabs attention with its unforgettable opening guitar riff. Co-written with Jim Peterik, the song perfectly fused the band’s Southern rock background with polished hard rock production and irresistible power pop melodies...
BAND | .38 Special

"Second Chance"

Rediscover .38 Special's biggest career hit, the powerful 1989 soft rock ballad "Second Chance." From the album "Rock & Roll Strategy," this emotional plea for reconciliation topped the Adult Contemporary chart and became a massive crossover success, showcasing a different side of the renowned Southern rockers.
Released on .38 Special's 1988 album "Rock & Roll Strategy," "Second Chance" marked a significant stylistic shift for the band, becoming a major hit single in 1989. This quintessential soft rock power ballad, featuring lead vocals by Max Carl, utilized prominent keyboards and heartfelt lyrics...
BAND | .38 Special

"Caught Up In You"

Feel the energy of .38 Special's massive 1982 hit "Caught Up In You" from the "Special Forces" album! This quintessential slice of Southern-tinged hard rock became a Top 10 smash, defining the AOR sound with its driving guitars, catchy chorus, and undeniable energy.
Released on .38 Special’s platinum 1982 album "Special Forces," "Caught Up In You" perfectly captured their signature blend of Southern rock heart and polished hard rock muscle. With its bright guitar riffs, upbeat tempo, and instantly memorable chorus penned by Don Barnes, Jeff Carlisi, and Survivor's Jim Peterik, the track became a defining anthem of early 80s arena rock radio...
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