One
Creed
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Affirmative may be justified Take from one give to another The goal is to be unified Take my hand be my brother The payment silenced the masses Sanctified by oppression Unity took a backseat Sliding further into regression One, oh one, The only way is one One, oh one, The only way is one I feel angry I feel helpless Want to change the world yeah I feel violent I feel alone Don't try and change my mind no Society blind by color Why hold down one to raise another Discrimination now on both sides Seeds of hate blossom further The world is heading for mutiny When all we want is unity We may rise and fall, but in the end We'll meet our fate together One, oh one, The only way is one One, oh one, The only way is one I feel angry I feel helpless Want to change the world yeah I feel violent I feel alone Don't try and change my mind no I feel angry I feel helpless Want to change the world yeah I feel violent I feel alone Don't try and change my mind no I feel angry I feel helpless Want to change the world yeah I feel violent I feel alone Don't try and change my mind no I feel angry I feel helpless Want to change the world yeah I feel violent I feel alone Don't try and change my mind
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Written by: MARK T TREMONTI, SCOTT A STAPP
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"One" is a rock song by Creed, an American rock band formed in 1994. This band was formed in Florida and its members include Scott Stapp, Brian Marshall, Mark Tremonti, and Scott Phillips.
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Album"One" is part of Creed's debut album, "My Own Prison", released in August 1997. The album gained major success and helped Creed establish themselves in the rock music industry.
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Song ReleaseIt was released as a single in 1998, after which it got major popularity.
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Billboard ChartsThe song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in 1998. It stayed in the number one position for four weeks.
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Music VideoThe music video for "One" was directed by Ramaa Mosley. It features band footage combined with scenes of wrongs and injustices happening around the world.
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LyricsThe lyrics are thought-provoking and cause listeners to consider the negative aspects of conformity and the importance of individual identity.
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Lyrical InspirationMuch of Creed's music, including "One," is influenced by the Christian faith of lead vocalist Scott Stapp. The song's lyrics deal with themes of unity and strength.
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Live PerformancesCreed often performed "One" live during their concerts, and it is considered one of their signature songs.
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Song MeaningAlthough "One" can be interpreted in various ways, the song is commonly thought to be about the alienation and disconnectedness one can often feel in society.
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ReceptionThe song received great reviews from music critics, yet some debate and controversy didn't escape it due to religious connotations. The group often faced criticism for its Christian overtones and the blurred line between rock and more Christian contemporary music. Despite this, their fan base gained in size and dedication, showing the impact and reach of Creed's music over the years.
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