Story Behind The Song
Right before this song, Princess Diana surprises Prince Charles and gets up on stage and dances with the dance company. (this is true) Prince Charles was not happy that she did this and they had an altercation afterwards. I wrote the argument into this song.
Song Description
This is from Princess Diana, the Musical. It happens at the end of the first act and is a foreshadowing of their breakup.
| Song Length |
2:17 |
Genre |
Unique - Soundtracks |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Male/Female |
| Mood |
Heated, Infuriated |
Subject |
Dysfunctional Relations, Breaking Up |
| Language |
English |
Era |
1990 - 1999 |
Lyrics
JUST ONCE
PRINCE CHARLES
Just once in your life, I wish you could see the reason behind the monarchy. Just once in your life I wish you'd learn your place is by my side, not being public disgrace!
PRINCESS DIANA
Charles, it was only a surprise
PRINCE CHARLES
Face the truth, Diana - no more lies!
DIANA
I just want you to be proud of me!
'CHARLES
There's so much you must learn.
DIANA
What about me, Charles? When is it my turn?
And when will you stand by me?
CHARLES
We will discuss this more later, Diana.
DIANA
No, Charles, we will not discuss it at all!
DIANA
Just once in my life, I'd like to be
CHARLES
Why did I marry her?
DIANA
Married to someone who love me
CHARLES
I shouldn't have married her.
DIANA CHARLES
Just once in my life Once in my life
I'd like to know I'm loved for me I'd like to be in love for me
Not for duty or God above! Not for duty or God above!
I will play his silly game What a silly game
Be his wife - if only in name She is my wife,but only in name
And the Princess of Wales I'll And the unhappy prince I'll
remain! remain!
CHARLES
Oh, when will I become king?
DIANA
I don't care if I'm Queen. The monarchy is not everything.
CHARLES
It's everything!
CHARLES & DIANA
Is this fairytale meant to be?
Please, God help me find my destiny!
All I want is to be me!
For once - for once
In my life! In my life!