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The arrangement allows Norman's distinct, raspy vocals to take center stage, emphasizing the nostalgic and melancholic narrative of the lyrics.

Written by British songwriters Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. chris_norman_living_next_door_to_alice_one_acou...

"Living Next Door to Alice" (One Acoustic Evening) is a distinct solo acoustic performance by Chris Norman , former lead singer of Smokie, highlighting the song’s emotional storytelling through a stripped-back musical arrangement. The arrangement allows Norman's distinct, raspy vocals to

The performance retains the story of a man who has secretly loved his neighbor, Alice, for 24 years, realizing only as she leaves that he missed his chance. The performance retains the story of a man

The acoustic version is featured in the One Acoustic Evening concert series/album (released in 2005/2018), which showcased re-recordings of his hits.

The song was first released by the Australian pop group New World in 1972.