: Written by Rami Yacoub, Carl Falk, and Savan Kotecha, the track was originally two separate songs —one with a strong verse and another with a strong chorus—that were merged together.
: A high-energy power pop number set in the key of D major with a fast-paced tempo of 128 beats per minute. One Direction - One Thing (Audio)
: Critics often noted its musical similarity to the Backstreet Boys' " I Want It That Way " and the band’s own debut, "What Makes You Beautiful". Chart Performance & Certification : Written by Rami Yacoub, Carl Falk, and
: The lyrics describe an intense infatuation with someone who possesses an indefinable "one thing" that makes the narrator feel weak and nervous. Chart Performance & Certification : The lyrics describe
: It was first released in the UK on February 13, 2012, and later sent to US contemporary hit radio on May 22, 2012.