: 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

"One Thing" is an upbeat pop rock track by the British-Irish boy band One Direction, serving as the third single from their debut album, Up All Night (2011) .

: Predominantly features Harry Styles and Liam Payne, with the full group joining for its anthemic chorus. Lyric Meaning & Reception

One Direction - One Thing (audio) May 2026

: 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

"One Thing" is an upbeat pop rock track by the British-Irish boy band One Direction, serving as the third single from their debut album, Up All Night (2011) . One Direction - One Thing (Audio)

: Predominantly features Harry Styles and Liam Payne, with the full group joining for its anthemic chorus. Lyric Meaning & Reception : Critics often noted its musical similarity to