One Thing

Finger Eleven

About One Thing

"One Thing" is a song by Canadian rock band Finger Eleven. It was released in September 2003 as the second single from their self-titled album.


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2003
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Finger Eleven

Finger Eleven is a Canadian rock band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 1989. They have currently released six studio albums, with their album The Greyest of Blue Skies bringing them into the mainstream. The 2003 self-titled album achieved Gold status in the United States and Platinum in Canada, largely from the success of the single "One Thing", which marked the band's first placing on the US Hot 100 Chart at number 16. Their 2007 album Them vs. You vs. Me launched the single "Paralyzer", which went on to top numerous charts including the Canadian Hot 100 and both US rock charts, as well as reaching No. 6 on the US Hot 100 and No. 12 on the Australian Singles Chart. They won the Juno Award for Rock Album of the Year in 2008 It was later certified gold stat… more »

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Song Classification
"One Thing" is a song by the Canadian rock band Finger Eleven, which is from their 2003 album, titled "Finger Eleven".
Genre
The song represents the alternative rock and acoustic rock genre. It is reflective of the band's shift from their previous grunge style.
Chart Performance
The song was successful on the charts. It peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 5 on Billboard's Adult Top 40.
Accolades
In 2004, "One Thing" was nominated for the Juno Award for Single of the Year, displaying its wide acceptance and recognition.
Music Video
The music video for "One Thing" was filmed in a house and its backyard in Los Angeles, California. The video dramatically portrays the band playing the song amid a massive downpour of rain.
RIAA Gold Certified
The song's popularity and high sales led to it becoming certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2005.
Television and Movie Features
"One Thing" has been featured in several TV series including Smallville, Scrubs, and Third Watch. It was also used in the 2004 film, "Raise Your Voice".
Covers
The song has been covered by numerous artists, demonstrating its wide influence and lasting appeal in the music industry.
Song Meaning
Finger Eleven's vocalist, Scott Anderson, has shared that the song is about the endless possibilities of a relationship and how the smallest, simplest things in everyday life can sometimes be the most captivating.
Global Reach
Besides its success in the United States, "One Thing" also charted in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, exhibiting its global appeal.

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