"The One" is a song written by Karen Manno and Billy Lee and recorded by American

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chart. It also entered the Top 40 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, making this Allan's first Top 40 hit on that chart.

Content

The song is a ballad, in which the narrator offers to wait patiently for the woman he loves to return his affection.

Music video

The accompanying music video for this song was directed by Morgan Lawley and premiered in April 2002. It was filmed on location in on a set in Los Angeles. It features Allan driving in a truck, and with his lover in various places, including a house, flea market, and street corner.

Critical reception

Rick Cohoon of

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gave the song a positive review. He called it "one of llan'smost romantic love ballads." He also stated that "without the vocals, the words seem a bit sappy and over-dramatic."

Chart performance

"The One" debuted at number 56 on the U.S. ''

for the week of January 19, 2002.

Year-end charts

References

2002 singles 2001 songs Gary Allan songs Song recordings produced by Tony Brown (record producer) MCA Nashville Records singles Song recordings produced by Mark Wright (record producer) {{2000s-country-song-stub MCA Records singles