James Ingram - Just Once "1981" (*1952 - 2019) -

"Just Once" is a raw, introspective look at a relationship caught in a cycle of "best efforts" that never quite reach the finish line. Its opening lines are among the most recognizable in pop history: "I did my best, but I guess my best wasn't good enough."

Released as a single in September 1981, "Just Once" became a massive crossover hit: Peaked at #17. Adult Contemporary Chart: Reached #7. JAMES INGRAM - JUST ONCE "1981" (*1952 - 2019)

In 1981, a soulful voice emerged from the background of the music industry to deliver one of the most enduring ballads in history. ( January 29, 2019) was an Akron-born musician who spent years as a session keyboardist and backup singer for legends like Ray Charles before getting his "big break" . That break came in the form of a $50 demo for a song titled "Just Once" . The $50 Demo That Changed Everything "Just Once" is a raw, introspective look at