The One
Shakira
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So I find a reason to shave my legs Each single morning So I count on someone on Friday nights To take me dancing And then to church on Sundays To plan my dreams And someday think of kids Or maybe just to save a little money [Chorus] You're the one I need The way back home is always long But if you're close to me I'm holding on You're the one I need My real life has just begun Cause there's nothing like your smile made of sun In the world full of strangers You're the one I know So I learned to cook and finally lose My kitchen phobia And so I got the arms to cuddle in When there's a ghost or a muse That brings insomnia To buy more thongs To write more happy songs It always takes a little help from someone [Chorus:Repeat x2] You're the one I need You're the one I need You're my (??) real life has just begun You're the one I need You're the one I need Nothing like your smile made of sun Nothing like your love Nothing like your love Nothing like your love
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Written by: Glen Ballard, Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"The One" by Shakira falls under the category of Latin Pop. This reflects Shakira's Colombian heritage and her contribution to the Latin music scene.
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Album InclusionThe track "The One" is from Shakira's fifth studio album, "Laundry Service," which was released in 2001. This album marked her transition to the English-language market.
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ContributionsShakira co-wrote "The One" with Glen Ballard, who has worked with other popular artists like Alanis Morissette and Michael Jackson.
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Chart PerformanceThough "The One" was not officially released as a single, it managed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, reflecting its popularity.
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Music StyleIn keeping with Shakira's diverse musical influences, "The One" features a mix of acoustic guitar, pop elements, and subtle influences of Andean music with the pan flute.
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Theme InterpretationThe song has lyrics that suggest strong feelings of love. Shakira wrote “The One" as a heartfelt love song, expressing deep emotions and regard for a partner whom she considers 'the one'.
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Award RecognitionDespite not being an official single, "The One" received a Billboard Latin Music Award nomination for Best Pop Song in 2002.
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Vocal Performance"The One" is considered one of Shakira's vocally impressive songs, showcasing her wide vocal range and unique raspy voice.
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Recurring Element"The One" is one of the several tracks where Shakira presents herself as a woman utterly in love. This theme is consistent in several of her songs.
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Music VideoWhile there's no official music video for "The One", an unofficial video made by fans features clips from various Shakira's performances and life events.
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International AppealThe track has gained global recognition and was translated into several languages, proving Shakira's international appeal and reach.
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