One

Mary J. Blige, Drake

About 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

Release Details
"One" by Mary J. Blige was released in 2006 as a part of her 7th studio album entitled "The Breakthrough."
Original Creators
The song is originally by the Irish rock band U2, and was re-recorded by Mary J. Blige.
Collaborations
Bono, the lead vocalist of U2, is featured in Mary J. Blige's version of the song.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals at the 49th Annual Grammy Awards in 2007.
Music Video
A music video for the song was filmed in Mexico City and was directed by Paul Hunter.
Chart Performance
"One" peaked at number two on the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart and at number 86 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Opening Performance
Mary J. Blige and U2 performed "One" as the opening act of the 2006 Grammy Awards.
Critical Acclaim
The song generally received positive reviews from music critics, many of whom praised Blige's strong vocal performance.
Album Success
The song contributed to the commercial success of Blige's album "The Breakthrough", which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sold over three million copies in the United States.
Behind the Scenes
In a 2006 interview, Blige mentioned that the recording of "One" was a challenging process due to the high expectations and pressure to do justice to the original version. Yet, it became one of her most famous covers, demonstrating her ability to inject her signature soulful style into a widely popular rock song.
The Song's Message
The lyrics of "One" emphasize unity, tolerance, and love. Blige's powerful rendition emphasizes the song's universal themes and its message of togetherness.
Live Performances
The song is often included in Blige's live sets and has been performed at many important events, including her One Night Only concerts and fundraisers such as "Idol Gives Back".

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