"The One" was originally performed by dance music group Laid and Emma Holmgren, but decided to give it to Minogue. For "The One", there is two official composition mixes. The album edit is a midtempo synthpop song, while the single remix is a more upbeat dance-pop song. Freemason decided to remix the original for the single. Lyrically, the song tells a lover that she is the one and wanting him to love her. "The One" was generally acclaimed received from music critics, with many praising the musical composition, lyrical content and, though it was complimented with its remix, the album version was vastly acclaimed more.
Commercially, the song wasn't successful in the music charts, due to very limited promotion. The song did not chart in her native Australia, becoming a failure in the Oceanic region, however it did peak at number ten on the Dance Charts in Australia. However, the song managed to chart inside the top ten in Belgium (Flanders), New Zealand and Slovakia. The song only peaked at thirty-six in the United Kingdom. The song has been performed in every concert since its release, and was only recently played at her 2011 Aphrodite World Tour.
Although the song was released in her native Australia, it failed to make an impact on the Australian Singles Chart. However, the song did peak at ten on the ARIA Dance Charts. In the United Kingdom, the song debuted at thirty-six. However, it later fell out after three weeks in the chart. This is basically due to the cancellation of the physical release of the song, as it was only served as a digital download. However, after its failure in the UK, it was released in Europe. Although the song was released in New Zealand, it failed to make an impact on the New Zealand Singles Chart. However, it did chart on the New Zealand Airplay Charts, where it debuted at number two. The song then rose to number one, becoming Minogue's first number one on the radio chart, and her second overall in New Zealand. However, it fell out the next week.
In Belgium, the song was a success. In Flanders, the song debuted at number thirty. The song eventually rose to seven, where it peaked. In Wallonia, the song debuted a twenty-six and peaked at fifteen. In Czech Republic, the song debuted and peaked at thirty-eight for two consecutive weeks. In Hungary, the song peaked at twenty-six on the charts. In Slovakia, the song debuted at number ninety-four. In its tenth week, it rose into the top twenty until peaking at six, becoming a huge success and stayed in the charts for twenty-five weeks.
The One
Kylie Minogue Lyrics
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There's a certain something in the air
Can you feel what I feel in me?
It's in the air, electricity oh, oh
Glimmering under neon lights
I can see the look, that's in your eyes
Like a shooting star in a galaxy
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
My pulse is racing and I'm feeling high
Never-ending starts tonight
When you do what you do to me
Come on and let yourself feel the need in me, oh, oh
Circling and we're getting close
Can you imagine, just suppose
It's a feeling that I need to know
Close to touch like Michelangelo
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
I'm the one
Love me, love me, love me, love me
Can you hear me?
I'm connecting with you
Can you feel me?
I'll do anything to have you near me
I was wondering, will you reach me?
Can you hear me?
I'm connecting with you
Can you feel me?
I'll do anything to have you near me
I was wondering, will you reach me?
I'm the one
Can you hear me?
I'm connecting with you
Can you feel me?
I'll do anything to have you near me
I was wondering, will you reach me?
I'm the one
Can you hear me?
I'm connecting with you
Can you feel me?
I'll do anything to have you near me
I was wondering, will you reach me?
The song "The One" by Kylie Minogue has a very upbeat and high-energy feel to it, and the lyrics definitely reflect this. The song is essentially about trying to connect with someone on a deeper level, and the electricity and energy that comes with that. The chorus repeats the line "I'm the one, love me, love me, love me, love me," which seems to imply that the singer is the one that the listener should be focusing their attention on. The verses talk about the "starlight shimmering everywhere" and "glimmering under neon lights," which gives the sense that the singer and the person they are addressing are in some sort of party or dance setting. The cadence of the lyrics and the repetition of certain phrases also adds to the overall energy of the song, and makes it a great track to dance to.
The lyrics of "The One" were written by Minogue herself, along with Richard Stannard, who has also worked with artists like the Spice Girls and Ellie Goulding. The song was produced by Stannard and his frequent collaborator, Julian Gallagher. "The One" was released in 2008 as a single from Minogue's album "X," which was her tenth studio album. The song received some critical acclaim upon its release, and it has remained a popular track in Minogue's repertoire to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
Starlight shimmers everywhere
The night sky is bright and filled with twinkling stars.
There's a certain something in the air
There's an indescribable feeling or atmosphere that sets the mood.
Can you feel what I feel in me?
Do you feel the same way that I do?
It's in the air, electricity oh, oh
It's an electrifying feeling that can be felt all around.
Glimmering under neon lights
The surroundings are illuminated with colorful neon lights.
I can see the look, that's in your eyes
I can see the desire and interest reflected in your eyes.
Like a shooting star in a galaxy
The feeling is like a rare and beautiful phenomenon in a vast universe.
Making its way to the heart of me
The feeling is strong and is deeply affecting me emotionally.
My pulse is racing and I'm feeling high
My heartbeat is faster than usual and I feel exhilarated.
Never-ending starts tonight
This is the beginning of something that will last forever.
When you do what you do to me
When you act upon your desires towards me.
Come on and let yourself feel the need in me, oh, oh
Allow yourself to experience the strong desire I have for you.
Circling and we're getting close
We are getting physically closer to each other.
Can you imagine, just suppose
Imagine the possibilities, let's take a chance.
It's a feeling that I need to know
I have to know what it feels like to be with you in this moment.
Close to touch like Michelangelo
As Michelangelo's artwork is intricate yet close to life, we are close to each other.
Can you hear me?
Do you hear my voice, my thoughts and my feelings?
I'm connecting with you
I'm emotionally and mentally bonding with you.
Can you feel me?
Do you feel the same way about me as I do about you?
I'll do anything to have you near me
I am willing to do anything to have you close to me.
I was wondering, will you reach me?
I am hoping that you will reciprocate my feelings and come closer to me.
I'm the one
I am the person you desire and want to be with.
Love me, love me, love me, love me
Express your affection and love for me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN HENRY ANDERSSON, JOHAN CARL SEBASTIAN EMMOTH, EMMA NILSDOTTER HJERLING, KYLIE ANN MINOGUE, RUSSELL SMALL, RICHARD FREDERICK STANNARD, JAMES DAVID WILTSHIRE
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@patrickjamesnolan
It’s a CRIME that this isn’t a global anthem. Most under-appreciated pop song of all time.
@audacity1970
Gets better and better each time I listen to it
@silto9119
Patrick! Totally agreeing, but this is common with a number of KM songs!
@yianniathanasopoulos
Agree! What a song :)
@cheloruizguillen7235
Ño9op
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@Mind_Up_Now
Who’s still listening to this track in 2024?
@boygee2038
Absolutely ‼️‼️❤️❤️
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Me
@a.kazakov
never enough 💛💚💙