You're the One That I Want
Olivia Newton-John (with John Travolta) Lyrics


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I got chills, they're multiplyin', and I'm losin' control
'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'

You better shape up, 'cause I need a man, and my heart is set on you
You better shape up, you better understand, to my heart I must be true

Nothing left, nothing left for me to do
You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh
The one I need (the one I need), oh yes indeed (yes indeed)

If you're filled with affection, 'n you're too shy to convey
Meditate my direction, feel your way

I better shape up, 'cause you need a man
I need a man, who can keep me satisfied
I better shape up, if I'm gonna prove
You better prove, that my fate is justified
Are you sure?
Yes I'm sure down deep inside

You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh
The one I need (the one I need), oh yes indeed (yes indeed)

You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh
The one I need (the one I need), oh yes indeed (yes indeed)

You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh
The one I need (the one I need), oh yes indeed (yes indeed)





You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh

Overall Meaning

The song "You're the one that I want" by Olivia Newton-John featuring John Travolta is a classic love song that tells a story of two people who are attracted to each other and want to be together. The opening lyrics, "I got chills, they're multiplyin', and I'm losin' control, 'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'" describe the excitement and feeling of being attracted to someone and the overwhelming emotions that come along with it.


The chorus, "You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey" repeats the idea that the person they are singing about is the one they desire and want to be with. The lines "You better shape up, 'cause I need a man, and my heart is set on you, You better shape up, you better understand, to my heart I must be true" express the idea that both parties want to be together, but they must also work on themselves to make the relationship work.


The lyrics also suggest that communication is key in any relationship, as seen in the lines "If you're filled with affection, 'n you're too shy to convey, Meditate my direction, feel your way." Overall, the song is a classic love story about two people who want to be together and are willing to work on themselves to make it happen.


Line by Line Meaning

I got chills, they're multiplyin', and I'm losin' control
I'm feeling a rush of excitement and my emotions are intensifying, causing me to lose my composure.


'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'
The energy and influence you are providing is invigorating and stimulating.


You better shape up, 'cause I need a man, and my heart is set on you
You need to improve yourself, because I require a strong partner in my life, and I have chosen you as that partner.


You better shape up, you better understand, to my heart I must be true
You need to improve and comprehend the importance of being loyal to me and respecting my heart's desires.


Nothing left, nothing left for me to do
I have done all that I can and there is nothing left for me to do.


You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
You are the person that I desire and have been seeking, my dear.


The one that I need (the one I need), oh yes indeed (yes indeed)
You are the one that fills the void and satisfies my heart's needs, absolutely.


If you're filled with affection, 'n you're too shy to convey
If you have strong feelings for me, but are too afraid to express them outright...


Meditate my direction, feel your way
...then focus your energy and feelings towards me and trust your instincts to guide you.


I better shape up, 'cause you need a man
I need to improve myself, because you require a strong and capable partner.


I need a man, who can keep me satisfied
I require a partner who is able to consistently fulfill my needs and make me happy.


I better shape up, if I'm gonna prove
I need to improve myself, or else I will not be able to demonstrate my worth to you.


You better prove, that my fate is justified
You need to prove to me that our relationship is worth pursuing further and has a justifiable future.


Are you sure?
Are you completely confident and convinced of your intentions towards me?


Yes I'm sure down deep inside
Yes, I am absolutely certain and resolute in my feelings towards you.




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Written by: John Farrar

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