One Bad Apple
The Osmonds
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I can tell you've been hurt By that look on your face, girl. Some guy brought sad into your happy world. You need love, but you're afraid that if you give in, Someone else will come along And sock it to ya again. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl. Oh, give it one more try before you give up on love. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch girl. Oh, I don't care what they say, I don't care what you heard. I could make you happy, baby, Satisfy you, too. But how can I if you won't give me a chance To prove my love to you? Won't you just give me one chance? I'll give you my guarantee that you won't be hurt again. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl. Oh, give it one more try Before you give up on love. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl. Oh, I don't care what they say, I don't care what you heard now. I've been noticing you, baby, For a long, long time. And I'm not ashamed to tell the world That you really messed up my mind. Girl, to me you're like a dream come true. I'd rather hurt myself than to ever hurt you. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl. Oh, give it one more try Before you give up on love, girl. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl. Oh, I don't care what they say, I don't care what you heard now. One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch, girl....
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Written by: GEORGE HENRY JACKSON
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15 facts about this song
Band Creation"One Bad Apple" was released by the band "The Osmonds," which included Donny Osmond. The band was formed by brothers Alan, Wayne, Merrill, and Jay Osmond. Donny joined the band later.
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Song ReleaseThe song "One Bad Apple" was released in 1970 on November 14.
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Chart Performance"One Bad Apple" was a commercial success. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in February 1971, and it held that position for five weeks.
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Song GenreThe song is categorized under the Bubblegum Pop and the Soul genres.
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Song Origin"One Bad Apple" was written and composed by George Jackson, who initially had The Jackson 5 in mind when he penned the song.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the saying "One Bad Apple Don't Spoil The Whole Bunch," which is used to convey that one negative person or event does not necessarily ruin the entire group or situation.
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Record Label"One Bad Apple" was released under the MGM Records label.
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Album InclusionThe song is part of The Osmonds' second studio album, which is also titled "One Bad Apple."
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Music VideoThe music video of the song "One Bad Apple" features all the band members, and it was one of the earliest forms of music videos which boosted the song’s popularity further.
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Song Recognition"One Bad Apple" is often recognized as the song that turned The Osmonds from a relatively unknown band to a commercial success.
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Song InfluenceThe song's success also marked a change in the band's musical direction towards more R&B and Pop music.
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Cover Versions"One Bad Apple" has been covered by various artists since its release, demonstrating its lasting influence and popularity.
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Grammy NominationAlthough "One Bad Apple" was a commercial success, it did not receive any Grammy nominations.
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ControversyWhen the song was released, it was often compared to the music style of The Jackson 5, which led to some controversy and comparisons between the two bands.
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LegacyAs of today, "One Bad Apple" remains one of The Osmonds' most well-known and popular hits.
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