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"One Day" is a song performed by American reggae singer Matisyahu, first released in 2008, his first single since "Jerusalem (Out of the Darkness Comes Light)". The song was also included as a last-minute addition to Matisyahu's album Light. The song expresses a hope for an end to violence, and a prayer for a new era of peace and understanding. It appeared on the Modern Rock Chart at number 21 and at number 38 on the US Rock Chart; also in March 2010 it debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 90 and reached number 85.[1]
"One Day" | ||||
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Single by Matisyahu | ||||
from the album Light | ||||
Released | April 29, 2008 | |||
Recorded | September–October 2007 | |||
Genre | Reggae fusion, hip hop | |||
Length | 3:27 (Album Version) 3:40 (Pop Edit feat. Akon) 3:28 (World Cup Edit feat. Nameless) | |||
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Songwriter(s) | ||||
Producer(s) | The Smeezingtons | |||
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In an interview with Spinner, Matisyahu told them: "'One Day' is the song I've been wanting to make since I started my career. It is an anthem of hope with a big beat, the kind of song that makes you bob your head and open your heart at the same time."[2]
The official remix for the song features Akon and was released to radio stations in May 2008. A second remix featuring Infected Mushroom was released in July 2008.
There is a version of the song featured on Listen Up! The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Album, featuring Nameless.
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The music video shows a number of people hanging posters of Matisyahu on the street. On the posters, live action are seen, performing the song.
Chart (2008–10) | Peak position |
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Israel (Media Forest)[8] | 1 |
US Billboard Hot 100[9] | 85 |
US Billboard Alternative Songs | 21 |
US Billboard Pop Songs | 35 |
US Billboard Rock Songs | 38 |
Japan Hot 100 | 37 |
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