One Thing

One Direction · Now That's What I Call Music!

I've tried playing it cool

But when I'm looking at you

I can't ever be brave

'Cause you make my heart race

Shot me out of the sky

You're my kryptonite

You keep making me weak

Yeah, frozen and can't breathe

Some things gotta give now

'Cause I'm dying just to make you see

That I need you here with me now

'Cause you've got that one thing

So get out, get out, get out of my head

And fall into my arms instead

I don't, I don't, don't know what it is

But I need that one thing

And you've got that one thing

Now I'm climbing the walls

But you don't notice at all

That I'm going out of my mind

All day and all night

Some things gotta give now

'Cause I'm dying just to know your name

And I need you here with me now

'Cause you've got that one thing

So get out, get out, get out of my head

And fall into my arms instead

I don't, I don't, don't know what it is

But I need that one thing

So Get out, get out, get out of my mind

And come on, come into my life

I don't, I don't, don't know what it is

But I need that one thing

And you've got that one thing

oh whoa, oh whoa, oh whoa

You've got that one thing

Get out, get out, get out of my head

And fall into my arms instead

So get out, get out, get out of my head

And fall into my arms instead

I don't, I don't, don't know what it is

But I need that one thing

So Get out, get out, get out of my mind

And come on, come into my life

I don't, I don't, don't know what it is

But I need that one thing

And you've got that one thing

About One Thing

"One Thing" is a standout track from One Direction's 2011 album *Up All Night*, serving as a pivotal moment in their transition from boy band to mature pop artists. The song blends energetic dance-pop rhythms with introspective lyrics, marking a departure from their earlier, more upbeat sound. Released alongside the album, it became a significant commercial success, reinforcing the group's status in the global pop landscape during the early 2010s. Musically, the recording features polished production characteristic of the era, with harmonies that highlight the vocal talents of the band members. The track resonated with audiences seeking a blend of youthful energy and emotional depth, contributing to the album's chart performance. Its inclusion in various compilations and its enduring popularity underscore its role as a defining piece of One Direction's discography, capturing the essence of their evolution as a musical act.