One Day in Your Life
Michael Jackson
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One day in your life You'll remember a place Someone touching your face You'll come back and you'll look around, you'll One day in your life You'll remember the love you found here You'll remember me somehow Though you don't need me now I will stay in your heart And when things fall apart You'll remember one day One day in your life When you find that you're always waiting For a love we used to share Just call my name, and I'll be there You'll remember me somehow Though you don't need me now I will stay in your heart And when things fall apart You'll remember one day One day in your life When you find that you're always lonely For a love we used to share Just call my name, and I'll be there
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Written by: Renee Armand, Samuel F Brown Iii
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11 facts about this song
Album Information"One Day in Your Life" is a song from Michael Jackson's fourth studio album, "Forever, Michael," released in January 1975. The album marked a shift from Jackson's earlier Motown sound to a more mature pop sound as he sought to escape his adolescent image.
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Song ReleaseAlthough the song was recorded in 1974 and included in the 1975 album "Forever, Michael," it wasn't released as a single in the United States. However, it gained significant popularity when it was released as a single in the United Kingdom in 1981.
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Chart Success"One Day in Your Life" experienced massive success in the UK, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart. Its success came at a significant time in Michael Jackson's career, as it helped to boost his status internationally during a temporary decline in popularity in the United States.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Sam Brown III and Renée Armand, two American songwriters and musicians, who contributed to several Motown Records projects.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "One Day in Your Life" express a mixture of hope and heartbreak. The song talks about an old love that might return one day, providing a sentimental theme that resonates with many listeners.
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Album Release"One Day in Your Life" served as the title track for a compilation album of the same name released in 1981. The album included tracks from Jackson's early years with Motown, including songs from his time as a member of The Jackson 5.
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Cover Versions"One Day in Your Life" has been covered by numerous artists over the years. Some notable renditions include those by 1970s pop star Johnny Mathis and international music legend Julio Iglesias.
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SignificanceDespite not being one of Michael Jackson's most famous songs, "One Day in Your Life" holds significance in his career trajectory as it marked his transition into a more mature sound and helped to solidify his international fame.
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RecordingThe song was produced by Sam Brown and recorded at the famous Motown Recording Studios, sometimes referred to as "Hitsville U.S.A."
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Song LengthThe song's duration is around 4 minutes and 15 seconds, which is somewhat longer than many traditional pop songs of the time.
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Notable PerformancesMichael Jackson performed "One Day in Your Life" on his 1975 solo tour and as part of the Jackson 5's 1975 tour.
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