The One
Tamar Braxton
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Yeah, yeah On the track Go You know very well who you are You're the only one, you've got my heart And you've had a few, boy one too many But I'm the only one to wake you up (It was all a dream) I reminisced the way we kissed It felt so personal You took the chance to get my love and now you know (It was all a dream) That I don't need no one baby With out you I'm incomplete My love is just like the bar Put it all on me I don't want nobody else Baby all I need is you (You're the one I want) And I don't want nobody else Baby all I need is you (You're the one I want) You know very well, you're a star Cause I don't go that far, look where we are And ain't none like you, one in a million But I'm the only one to count you ooh (It was all a dream) I reminisced the way we kissed It felt so personal You took the chance to get my love and now you know (It was all a dream) That I don't need no one baby (I don't need no one) With out you I'm incomplete (incomplete) My love is just like the bar Put it all on me (put it all on me yeah) I don't want nobody else Baby all I need is you (You're the one I want) And I don't want nobody else Baby all I need is you (You're the one I want) I reminisced the way we kissed It felt so personal You took the chance to get my love and now you know That I don't need no one baby (no baby) With out you I'm incomplete (incomplete) My love is just like the bar (like a bar) Put it all on me (put it all on me yeah, yeah) Put it all on me All on me Whoooo!
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Written by: Christian Ward, Kevin Erondu, James Mtume, Shanice Genae Jones, Tamar Braxton, Lashawn Ameen Daniels
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"The One" is a single released by American recording artist Tamar Braxton. It was released on May 7, 2013, as the second single from her second studio album, "Love and War".
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Genre ClassificationThe song is categorized as R&B and Soul, featuring club and hip-hop beats arrayed in a mid-tempo arrangement. It showcases Braxton's vocal range as well as her signature swoops and rasps.
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics of "The One" focus on a traditional theme in the realm of love and relationships, with Tamar Braxton expressing her feelings about a lover she believes is “the one” for her.
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Notable Sampling"The One" features a significant musical sample from the classic "Juicy Fruit" by Mtume, which was notably also sampled in Notorious B.I.G.'s iconic hip-hop track "Juicy".
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Music VideoThe music video for "The One" was released on June 6, 2013. It features Braxton showcasing several retro-style outfits and backgrounds, giving further charm and distinction to the song.
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Song Producers"The One" was produced by DJ Camper, who has also worked with notable artists like John Legend and Brandy.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics. Some praised Braxton's vocal performance and the song's catchy nature, whilst others appreciated the nostalgic feel resulting from the "Juicy Fruit" sample.
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Billboard Performance"The One" achieved some commercial success and peaked at number 34 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Billboard chart.
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Grammy NominationAlthough "The One" did not receive a Grammy nomination, its parent album "Love and War" was nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, demonstrating the impact of the album's overall sound and message.
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Radio AirplayUpon release, "The One" received heavy rotation on Urban Adult Contemporary radio stations, increasing Braxton's exposure and solidifying her comeback in the music industry.
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