The One
Backstreet Boys · Millennium
I guess you were lost when I met you
Still there were tears in your eyes
So out of trust and I knew
No more than mysteries and lies
There you were, wild and free
Reachin' out like you needed me
A helping hand to make it right
I am holding you all through the night
CHORUS
I'll be the one (I'll be the one)
Who will make all your sorrows undone
I'll be the light (I'll be the light)
When you feel like there's nowhere to run
I'll be the one...
To hold you and make sure that you'll be alright
'Cause my fear is gone
And I want to take you from darkness to light
There you were, wild and free
Reachin' out like you needed me
A helping hand to make it right
I am holding you all through the night
CHORUS - repeat
To hold you, and make sure that you'll be alright...
You need me like I need you
We can share our dreams comin' true
I can show you what true love means
Just take my hand, baby please
I'll be the one
I'll be the light
Where you can run
To make it alright
I'll be the one
I'll be the light
Where you can run
CHORUS - repeat
I'll be the one
I'll be the light
Where you can run
To make it alright
I'll be the one
I'll be the light
Where you can run
To make it all right
I'll be the one
To hold you
And make sure that you'll be alright
I'll be the one
The One - Backstreet Boys
Released in 1997 on the group's debut album, 'Millennium,' 'The One' stands as a defining track in the boy band genre. The song features a distinctive blend of R&B and pop, characterized by its smooth vocal harmonies and a memorable chorus that became an anthem for the era. As a lead single, it showcased the group's ability to deliver polished, radio-friendly productions while establishing their signature sound. The recording remains a staple of their discography, celebrated for its infectious energy and the seamless integration of individual voices into a cohesive group performance. Its enduring popularity highlights the group's impact on late 90s pop culture and their ability to create timeless musical moments.