The One

Mary J. Blige, Drake

About The One

"The One" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige featuring Canadian rapper Drake. Written by Blige and Drake along with Ester Dean and producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, it was included in her ninth studio album, Stronger with Each Tear (2009). Released as the album's lead single, the song marked Blige's 5th entry on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, on which it reached number 32. Blige's sum extended her lead for most charted titles among women in the 1990s and 2000s.  


Year:
2009
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Uh huh  (one)
Uh it's another (one)
I am the (one)
Darkchild (one)

Them other girl's you done been with
None of them got nothing on me
Hating on my style they ain't got nothing on me, nothing on me
Way I walk, the way I talk, my swagga, look around; every dude wanna have her
I ain't saying that I'm the best, but I'm the best, hey baby you need that

[Chorus]
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
(hey I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm her) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm her)

Let me break it down if you don't get it, quality, I'm custom fitted,
I'ma say it again, dey ain't got nothing on me, nothing on me (me)
Way I walk, the way I talk, my swagga...boy you know every boss wanna have her
I ain't saying that I'm the best, but I'm the best, hey baby you need that

[Chorus]
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
Stop looking for it, looking for it, I'm the (one)
(hey I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm that) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm her) Boy don't you know I'm the one,
(yea I'm her)

Uh oh, OK I got these girls quite hype, only thing on right now, like a night light,
While my brother Wayne rockin' out like a white stripe, I'm a kill the game,
I'm the young money white night (white night) Yeah
Plus I'm looking for the right type cautious of a flood so I always lay the right pipe
West put me on the mart, keep life light plus I go hard for the women that I might wife
I put the ring on her index finger so if you wanna keep your girl please don't bring her
I bet that I'm the type of guy that she got a thing for,
You would block me but this ain't jinga
Yeah, and she someone I would work with, 
That's what I could tell from what she's showing on the surface.
I ain't saying that I'm requesting anyone 
That's perfect but I just need a woman that'll make it all worth it

[Chorus: x2]

Knock, knock , knock, knock, knock,
Knock, knock , knock, knock, knock,
This that knock, knock , knock, knock, knock
This that knock, knock , knock, knock, knock

I'm the one, one, one, one, one, one,
I'm the one, one, one, one, one, one,
I'm the one, one, one, one, one, one,
I'm the one, one, one, one, one, one

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: MARY J BLIGE, ESTHER DEAN, AUBREY GRAHAM, RODNEY JERKINS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Album Information
"The One" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige from her ninth studio album, "Stronger with Each Tear”.
Release Date
The song was released as the album's lead single on June 24, 2009.
Song Duration
The studio version of "The One" clocks in at a length of 3 minutes and 13 seconds.
Music Genre
"The One" is primarily an R&B and hip hop song, which contains elements of pop music.
Collaborations
The song features Canadian rapper Drake, marking their first of several collaborations.
Chart Performance
"The One" reached number 63 on the 'US Billboard Hot 100' chart and peaked at number 22 on the 'Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs' chart.
Producers
The song was produced by Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, who is known for his work with numerous top-tier artists in the music industry.
Positive Reception
Despite mixed reviews from music critics, the song achieved commercial success and became a fan favorite over time.
Music Video
The music video for "The One" was directed by Anthony Mandler and features Blige and Drake at a photo shoot.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The song's lyrics speak towards self-confidence and independence, with Blige declaring herself as 'the one' a man needs.
Cultural Impact
"The One" further helped solidify Mary J. Blige's position as one of the pioneering figures in the blend of hip hop and R&B, a genre dubbed 'hip hop soul'.
Live Performances
Mary J. Blige has included "The One" in the set list for her concert tours, often receiving a strong response from audiences.

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