"One More Chance" | ||||
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Single by Diana Ross | ||||
from the album To Love Again | ||||
B-side | "After You" | |||
Released | February 27, 1981 | |||
Genre | Pop | |||
Songwriter(s) | ||||
Producer(s) | Michael Masser | |||
Diana Ross singles chronology | ||||
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"One More Chance" is a song recorded by American singer Diana Ross. The song was written by Gerry Goffin and Michael Masser (also producer). It was released as a single on February 27, 1981 by Motown Records to promote the compilation album To Love Again (1981). The song reached number 79 on the Billboard Hot 100 [1] and number 54 on the Hot Soul Singles. [2]
Billboard noted that this sensual ballad contains Ross' distinctive vocals and a smooth, juicy arrangement in the spirit of "It's My Turn." [3] Cash Box called the track the unexplored gem of the album To Love Again. [4]
Chart (1981) | Peak position |
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UK Singles (OCC) [5] | 49 |
US Billboard Hot 100 [1] | 79 |
US Hot Soul Singles ( Billboard ) [2] | 52 |
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