Be the One
The Ting Tings
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You say it's not what you do, It's what you're thinkin' of Well I think it's just an excuse It's what you put across And I don't wanna be the one Only overjoyed Yeah I don't wanna be the one Makin' all the noise Yeah I don't wanna be the one So make sure you're thinkin' it through You've let me down again Offer me somethin' I know you really meant And I don't wanna be the one Only overjoyed Yeah I don't wanna be the one Makin' all the noise Yeah I don't wanna be the one Hey! What you gonna offer now? And I don't wanna be the one Only overjoyed Yeah I don't wanna be the one Makin' all the noise Yeah I don't wanna be the one Hey! What you gonna offer now? What you gonna offer now? What you gonna offer now? This was not my idea Don't you keep me waitin' This was not my idea Don't you keep me waitin' This was not my idea Don't you keep me waitin'
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Written by: JULIAN DE MARTINO, KATIE WHITE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Music Genre"Be the One" is categorized in the genre of Indie Pop and Alternative Rock.
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Album InformationThe song was included in The Ting Tings' debut studio album titled "We Started Nothing."
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Release Years"Be the One" was released on 13th October 2008 in the United Kingdom and on 11th November 2008 in the United States.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 28 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoIts music video, directed by Dan Sully, features Katie White (the lead vocalist of the band) on a bike ride around the city of Berlin.
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Promotional UsageThe song was used in an adidas shoe commercial in 2008. It was also featured as the backing track in a TV promo for the show "90210" on the CW network.
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Track Length"Be the One" has a duration of 2 minutes and 58 seconds.
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Songwriters and ProducersThe song was written by the band members, Katie White and Jules De Martino. It was also produced by the duo.
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Reception from CriticsThe track received positive reviews, with critics praising its catchy tune and the fusion of various music styles, making it a distinctive piece in the indie music scene.
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Live PerformancesThe Ting Tings performed "Be the One" on many stages, including BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend and Later... with Jools Holland.
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Song MeaningThe song's lyrics encourage self-definition and tackling life's challenges head on, embodying the band's indie-rock edge and youthful energy.
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