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One Love
Studio album by
Released24 August 2009
Recorded2008–2009
GenreEDM
Length55:18
Label
Producer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
David Guetta chronology
Pop Life
(2007)
One Love
(2009)
Nothing but the Beat
(2011)
Alternative cover
One More Love cover
One More Love cover
Singles from One Love
  1. "When Love Takes Over"
    Released: 21 April 2009
  2. "Sexy Bitch"
    Released: 24 July 2009
  3. "One Love"
    Released: 23 November 2009
  4. "Memories"
    Released: 8 February 2010
Singles from One More Love
  1. "Gettin' Over You"
    Released: 12 April 2010
  2. "Who's that Chick?"
    Released: 22 November 2010

One Love is the fourth studio album by French DJ David Guetta, first released in the United Kingdom on 24 August 2009 through Virgin Records. Guetta's first major international release, the album received generally favourable reviews from music critics,[1] and was a commercial success, selling over 3 million copies globally.[2] It spawned a total of six worldwide hit singles throughout 2009 and 2010, most notably "When Love Takes Over", featuring American recording artist Kelly Rowland, "Sexy Bitch", featuring Senegalese-American R&B singer Akon, and "Who's That Chick?", featuring Barbadian recording artist Rihanna and "One Love", featuring British recording artist Estelle. One Love is also Guetta's last studio album to feature his long-time collaborator, Chris Willis, on vocals. Since the album's initial release, it has since been reissued several times to include previously unreleased tracks and other bonus material.

The album received a nomination for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 52nd Grammy Awards. The album's lead single, "When Love Takes Over" was nominated in the categories of Best Dance Recording and Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical, and won the latter.[3]

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic66/100[1]
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicStarStarStarHalf star[4]
Digital SpyStarStarStarStar[5]
Entertainment WeeklyB[6]
The GuardianStarStarStar[7]
Los Angeles TimesStarStarStar[8]
musicOMHStarStarStar[9]
NowStarStarStar[10]
PopMatters6/10[11]
QStarStarStar[12]
The TimesStarStarStar[13]

One Love received generally favourable reviews from most music critics. According to Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 66, based on ten reviews, which indicates "generally favorable reviews".[1] Entertainment website Digital Spy gave the album a very positive review and awarded it four out of five stars.[5] The Los Angeles Times gave the album 3/4, saying "Guetta is at his best (and his most commercial) when he's equipped with a melody as chewy as his beats."[8] Ginger Clemens of Billboard called it an effortless integration of catchy dance beats with expressive vocals, turning out Top 40-friendly songs while remaining true to dance club culture.[14] David Jeffries of AllMusic wrote that "even if everything seems built for the 12" format and then landed on an album anyway, Guetta's fans get all the well-done house music they desire, and then some."[4] Michael Hubbard of musicOMH felt that Guetta "can doubtless get a party started every bit as effectively as either of those two [Paul van Dyk and Diplo] but, on this record at least, in dance terms he finds himself rather falling between two stools as he enlarges the walls of his big tent."[9] Caroline Sullivan of The Guardian gave One Love 3 out of 5 stars, calling many of the songs enjoyable while favouring "Estelle's tender performance of the title track" and mentioning that "It feels like a series of tracks rather than a fully realised long-player."[7] Now called One Love "surprisingly deep".[10] Observer Music Monthly called it "the sound of the summer! If summer for you means a fake tan and drinking WKD for a week in the Med with the likes of Kelly Rowland and Will.i.am popping up as guests with your fave."

Singles

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"When Love Takes Over" was released as the first single and featured Kelly Rowland. The song was a worldwide hit and peaked at number one in the UK and won the Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical Grammy Award, selling over 5.5 million copies worldwide.[15][16] "Sexy Bitch" was the second single from the album and featured Akon. The song has become a worldwide hit, reaching the top spot on thirteen different charts. It peaked at number one in the UK as well as many other countries. "I Wanna Go Crazy" was the album's only promotional single, released on 24 August 2009. "One Love" was released as the third worldwide single from the album and featured Estelle. It topped the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. "Memories" was released as the fourth single on 15 March 2010 and features Kid Cudi. The song peaked at number one in Belgium, Czech Republic and Netherlands.

The extended version of the song "How Soon Is Now" (with Sebastian Ingrosso and Dirty South, featuring Julie McKnight) was a single released exclusively on Beatport on 12 August 2009 through Guetta's own label, F*** Me I'm Famous Records (a subdivision of Gum Productions).[17][18] The song has reached number 52 on the Swedish charts.[19]

"Gettin' Over You", is the lead single from One More Love with vocals of Chris Willis, Fergie and LMFAO. It topped the charts in the United Kingdom and France.

"Who's That Chick?" is the second single from One More Love. It features Rihanna.[20] The song's music video was used as part of a promotional ad campaign for Doritos. Two music videos were created, a day and a night one. They were released on 22 November 2010.

Track listing

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  • All songs written and produced by David Guetta. Additional producers and lyricists listed.

One Love

[edit]
No.TitleLyricsProducer(s)Length
1."When Love Takes Over" (featuring Kelly Rowland)Frédéric Riesterer3:11
2."Gettin' Over" (featuring Chris Willis)
  • Sandy Vee
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Chris Willis
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Riesterer
3:01
3."Sexy Bitch" (featuring Akon)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:16
4."Memories" (featuring Kid Cudi)Riesterer3:30
5."On the Dancefloor" (featuring will.i.am & apl.de.ap)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:45
6."It's the Way You Love Me" (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
  • Riesterer
  • Rowland
Riesterer4:13
7."Missing You" (featuring Novel)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:05
8."Choose" (featuring Ne-Yo & Kelly Rowland)
Riesterer3:57
9."How Soon Is Now" (with Sebastian Ingrosso & Dirty South featuring Julie McKnight)
  • Dirty South
  • Ingrosso
  • Riesterer
4:10
10."I Gotta Feeling" (FMIF Remix Edit) (by The Black Eyed Peas)Riesterer3:52
11."One Love" (featuring Estelle)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
4:01
12."I Wanna Go Crazy" (featuring will.i.am)Adams
  • Sindres
  • Vee
3:24
13."Sound of Letting Go" (with Tocadisco featuring Chris Willis)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
Tocadisco3:45
14."Toyfriend" (with Afrojack featuring Wynter Gordon)3:17
15."If We Ever" (featuring Makeba)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Riesterer
4:40
UK bonus track
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
16."Sexy Chick" (featuring Akon)
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:15
New version bonus track
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
16."Gettin' Over You" (with Chris Willis featuring Fergie and LMFAO)
  • Sandy Vee
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Chris Willis
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Riesterer
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Riesterer
3:08
European iTunes bonus tracks
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
16."I Need You Now" (with Laidback Luke featuring Samantha Jade)Samantha JadeLaidback LukeLaidback Luke3:36
17."It's Your Life" (featuring Chris Willis)
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:44
American iTunes bonus tracks
No.TitleMusicProducer(s)Length
16."Montenegro"
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • Sindres
  • Vee
5:58
17."Grrrr"
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • Sindres
  • Vee
7:29
Japan bonus tracks[21]
No.TitleLength
16."When Love Takes Over" (Laidback Luke Remix)6:06
17."Sexy Bitch" (Chuckie & Lil Jon Remix)5:58
Deluxe Edition bonus disc: One Love mix
No.TitleLength
1."When Love Takes Over" (Electro Extended Version) (featuring Kelly Rowland)4:24
2."Sexy Bitch" (Club Version) (featuring Akon)3:43
3."Memories" (One Love Mix) (featuring Kid Cudi)4:42
4."I Wanna Go Crazy" (Extended Version) (featuring will.i.am)4:55
5."I Gotta Feeling" (One Love Mix) (by The Black Eyed Peas)4:19
6."Choose" (One Love Mix) (featuring Ne-Yo & Kelly Rowland)3:17
7."On the Dancefloor" (Extended Version) (featuring will.i.am & apl.de.ap)4:16
8."Missing You" (Club Version) (featuring Novel)4:59
9."Gettin' Over" (Club Version) (featuring Chris Willis)3:31
10."It's the Way You Love Me" (Final Mix) (featuring Kelly Rowland)4:12
11."One Love" (Extended Version) (featuring Estelle)4:42
12."It's Your Life" (One Love Mix) (featuring Chris Willis)3:53
13."Sound of Letting Go" (One Love Mix) (with Tocadisco featuring Chris Willis)3:13
14."I Need You Now" (One Love Mix) (with Laidback Luke featuring Samantha Jade)3:14
15."How Soon Is Now" (One Love Mix) (with Sebastian Ingrosso & Dirty South featuring Julie McKnight)5:59
16."Toyfriend" (One Love Mix) (with Afrojack featuring Wynter Gordon)2:52
XXL Edition disc two: Extended / Australian Tour Edition bonus disc[22]
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
1."When Love Takes Over" (Extended Version) (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
7:48
2."Gettin' Over" (Extended Version) (featuring Chris Willis)Chris Willis
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Sandy Vee
5:56
3."Sexy Bitch" (Extended Version) (featuring Akon)
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
5:13
4."Memories" (Extended Version) (featuring Kid Cudi)Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
5:20
5."On the Dancefloor" (Extended Version) (featuring will.i.am and apl.de.ap)
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
5:12
6."It's the Way You Love Me" (Extended Version) (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
6:55
7."Missing You" (Extended Version) (featuring Novel)Alonzo Novel Stephenson
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
6:18
8."How Soon Is Now" (Extended Version) (with Sebastian Ingrosso and Dirty South featuring Julie McKnight)Jayson Séalee
  • David Guetta
  • Dirty South
  • Sebastian Ingrosso
  • Frédéric Riesterer
7:05
9."One Love" (Extended Version) (featuring Estelle)Estelle Swaray
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
6:48
10."I Wanna Go Crazy" (Extended Version) (featuring will.i.am)William Adams
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
6:40
11."Sound of Letting Go" (Extended Version) (with Tocadisco featuring Chris Willis)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
5:24
12."Toyfriend" (Instrumental) (with Afrojack featuring Wynter Gordon)3:17
13."I Need You Now" (Extended Version) (with Laidback Luke featuring Samantha Jade)Samantha Jade
6:26
XXL Edition disc three: B-sides and remixes
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
1."Montenegro" 
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
5:58
2."Grrrr" 
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
7:29
3."It's Your Life" (featuring Chris Willis)
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:44
4."When Love Takes Over" (Laidback Luke Remix)   6:06
5."When Love Takes Over" (Norman Doray & Arno Cost Remix) (Edit)   7:12
6."When Love Takes Over" (Albin Myers Remix)   8:27
7."When Love Takes Over" (Abel Ramos Paris With Love Mix)   8:12
8."Sexy Bitch" (Chuckie & Lil Jon Remix)   5:58
9."Sexy Bitch" (Abel Ramos Atlanta With Love Mix)   7:15
10."Sexy Bitch" (Koen Groeneveld Remix)   7:16
11."Sexy Bitch" (DJ Footloose Remix)   5:44
12."Sexy Bitch" (Afrojack Remix)   4:34
XXL Edition disc four: bonus DVD
No.TitleLength
1."One Love: The Documentary"14:09
2."When Love Takes Over" (Video)3:12
3."When Love Takes Over" (Behind The Scenes)6:24
4."Sexy Chick" (Video)3:18
5."Sexy Chick" (Alternate Clip 1)3:18
6."Sexy Chick" (Alternate Clip 2)3:18
7."Sexy Chick" (Alternate Clip 3)3:18
8."Sexy Chick" (Alternate Clip 4)3:18
9."Sexy Chick" (Alternate Clip 5)3:18
10."Sexy Chick" (Behind The Scenes)7:12
2010 version
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
1."Sexy Bitch" (featuring Akon)
 
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:15
2."Gettin' Over You" (with Chris Willis featuring Fergie and LMFAO)
 
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Riesterer
3:08
3."Memories" (featuring Kid Cudi) Riesterer3:30
4."On the Dancefloor" (featuring will.i.am & apl.de.ap) 
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:45
5."When Love Takes Over" (featuring Kelly Rowland) Frédéric Riesterer3:12
6."Choose" (featuring Ne-Yo & Kelly Rowland)
 Riesterer3:57
7."Revolver" (One Love Remix) (vs. Madonna featuring Lil Wayne) Riesterer4:24
8."Missing You" (featuring Novel) 
  • Vee
  • Sindres
3:07
9."One Love" (featuring Estelle)
 
  • Vee
  • Sindres
4:01
10."It's the Way You Love Me" (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
  • Riesterer
 Riesterer4:10
11."Love Is Gone" (Fred Riesterer & Joachim Garraud Remix Radio Edit)Chris Willis 
  • Riesterer
  • Garraud
4:09
12."Acapella" (by Kelis)
  • Kelis
  • Riesterer
 Riesterer5:11
13."I Gotta Feeling" (FMIF Remix Edit) (by The Black Eyed Peas)
 Riesterer3:54
14."Sound of Letting Go" (with Tocadisco featuring Chris Willis)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
 Tocadisco3:46
15."I Wanna Go Crazy" (featuring will.i.am)Adams
  • Sindres
  • Vee
  • Sindres
  • Vee
3:24

One More Love

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Deluxe edition: disc one
No.TitleLyricsMusicProducer(s)Length
1."When Love Takes Over" (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
3:11
2."Gettin' Over" (featuring Chris Willis)Chris Willis
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Sandy Vee
3:02
3."Sexy Bitch" (featuring Akon)
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:16
4."Memories" (featuring Kid Cudi)Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
3:30
5."On the Dancefloor" (featuring will.i.am & apl.de.ap)
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:46
6."It's the Way You Love Me" (featuring Kelly Rowland)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
4:13
7."Missing You" (featuring Novel)Alonzo Novel Stephenson
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:08
8."Choose" (featuring Ne-Yo & Kelly Rowland)Shaffer Smith
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
3:58
9."How Soon Is Now" (with Sebastian Ingrosso & Dirty South featuring Julie McKnight)Jayson Séalee
  • David Guetta
  • Dirty South
  • Sebastian Ingrosso
  • Frédéric Riesterer
4:10
10."I Gotta Feeling" (FMIF Remix Edit) (by The Black Eyed Peas)
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
3:53
11."One Love" (featuring Estelle)Estelle Swaray
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
4:00
12."I Wanna Go Crazy" (featuring will.i.am)William Adams
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
3:24
13."Sound of Letting Go" (with Tocadisco featuring Chris Willis)
  • Miriam Nervo
  • Olivia Nervo
3:46
14."Toyfriend" (with Afrojack featuring Wynter Gordon)3:17
15."If We Ever" (featuring Makeba)Makeba Riddick
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
  • David Guetta
  • Frédéric Riesterer
  • Jean-Claude Sindres
  • Sandy Vee
4:43
Deluxe edition: disc two
No.TitleLength
16."Who's That Chick?" (featuring Rihanna)3:19
17."Gettin' Over You" (with Chris Willis featuring Fergie & LMFAO)3:08
18."Revolver" (One Love Remix) (vs. Madonna featuring Lil Wayne)3:19
19."Commander" (Kelly Rowland featuring David Guetta)3:41
20."Acapella" (by Kelis)5:11
21."Missing You" (New Version) (featuring Novel)3:05
22."Louder than Words" (with Afrojack featuring Niles Mason)3:06
23."Freak" (by Estelle featuring Kardinal Offishall)3:45
24."Sexy Bitch" (featuring Akon) (Chuckie & Lil Jon Remix)3:32
25."Grrrr"7:30
26."Love Don't Let Me Go (Walking Away)" (UK Radio Edit) (vs. The Egg)3:11
27."The World Is Mine" (featuring JD Davis)3:40
28."Love Is Gone" (Original Mix) (with Chris Willis)3:06

Charts

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Certifications and sales

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Certifications and sales for One Love
Region Certification Certified units/sales
Australia (ARIA)[88] 2× Platinum 140,000^
Austria (IFPI Austria)[89] 2× Platinum 40,000*
Belgium (BRMA)[90] 2× Platinum 60,000*
Canada (Music Canada)[91] 2× Platinum 160,000^
Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[92]
reissue - One More Love
Platinum 20,000
France (SNEP)[93] Diamond 500,000*
GCC (IFPI Middle East)[94] Platinum 6,000*
Germany (BVMI)[95] 5× Gold 500,000^
Hungary (MAHASZ)[96] Platinum 6,000^
Ireland (IRMA)[97] Gold 7,500^
Italy (FIMI)[98] Platinum 70,000*
Mexico (AMPROFON)[99] Platinum 60,000^
Netherlands (NVPI)[100] Platinum 50,000^
New Zealand (RMNZ)[101] Gold 7,500^
Portugal (AFP)[102] Platinum 7,000
Spain (PROMUSICAE)[103] Platinum 80,000^
Switzerland (IFPI Switzerland)[104] 2× Platinum 60,000^
United Kingdom (BPI)[105] 3× Platinum 900,000
Summaries
Europe (IFPI)[106] Platinum 1,000,000*

* Sales figures based on certification alone.
^ Shipments figures based on certification alone.
Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Release history

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Standard edition

Release history and formats for One Love
Region Date Label Format
United Kingdom[107] 24 August 2009 Positiva
Japan[108] EMI/SoundTown
United States[109] 25 August 2009 Astralwerks
Various 5 April 2019 Parlophone LP

One More Love

Release history and formats for One More Love
Region Date Label Format
Germany[110] 26 November 2010 EMI
  • CD
  • digital download
United Kingdom[111] 29 November 2010 Positiva
United States[112] 25 January 2011 Astralwerks
Japan[113] 26 January 2011 EMI/SoundTown

References

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from Grokipedia
One Love is the fourth studio album by French DJ and record producer , released on 24 August 2009 by in the . The album features collaborations with artists such as , , Estelle, , , , and Fergie, blending and elements across 15 tracks in its standard edition. It marked Guetta's breakthrough into mainstream success, topping the European Top 100 Albums chart and peaking at number two on the . In the United States, it debuted at number 70 on the and number three on the Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album spawned six major singles, including "When Love Takes Over" featuring , which became a global hit and reached number one in several countries, and "Sexy Bitch" featuring , which topped charts in , , and other territories. "One Love" with Estelle, "Memories" with , "Gettin' Over You" with , Fergie, and , and "Baby When the Light" with Cozi also contributed to its commercial impact. One Love received a nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album at the . Commercially, the album has sold over 3.5 million copies worldwide and earned multiple certifications, including triple platinum in the for 900,000 units (as of 2024) and platinum in for one million shipments. Its success solidified Guetta's position as a leading figure in , influencing the genre's crossover into pop and hip-hop.

Background and Production

Development

Following the commercial success of his third studio album Pop Life in 2007, released One Love in 2009 through . The album blends elements with R&B and pop vocals. Songwriting efforts centered on motifs of love and unity, involving collaborative demo creation in Paris-based studios to establish the album's optimistic, anthemic tone. A deluxe reissue titled One More Love was released in 2010, incorporating additional tracks and remixes.

Recording and Production Team

The recording sessions for David Guetta's album One Love took place primarily between 2008 and 2009, with the majority of work occurring in Paris at studios associated with Guetta's production company, Gum Productions (Gum Prod), including Square Prod. Additional sessions were held in Los Angeles to accommodate collaborations, while some mixing occurred at Metropolis Studios in London and Super Sonic Scale Studio in Paris. These locations facilitated a collaborative environment that blended European and American influences during the album's creation. David Guetta served as the lead producer on all tracks, overseeing the project's direction and instrumental arrangements. Key co-producers included Frédéric Riesterer, who contributed to multiple tracks such as "," "Baby When the Light," and "," often handling co-writing and programming duties alongside Guetta. Jean-Claude Sindres and formed another core duo, co-producing songs like "One Love," "On the Dancefloor," and "Gettin' Over," where they focused on beat construction and additional instrumentation. Engineers like Véronique Ferraro handled mixing for select tracks at Super Sonic Scale Studio, with mastering completed at facilities such as Elektra Mastering. This team structure allowed for efficient division of labor, with Guetta's vision integrated through iterative sessions across the international sites. Technical production emphasized electronic elements suited to the genre, utilizing synthesizers like the for bass lines. Drum machines and programming, often executed within software, provided the rhythmic foundation, with beats built from layered samples and synthesized percussion to drive the high-energy tracks. Vocal processing involved clean recordings followed by effects such as reverb and compression to integrate guest performances seamlessly into the electronic mixes, though specifics varied by track— for instance, Kelly Rowland's vocals on "" were captured post-instrumental development and enhanced for club-ready clarity. These choices contributed to the album's polished, anthemic sound. One notable challenge was coordinating international vocalists remotely or across time zones, as seen with , who approached Guetta after a performance in , leading to her recording parts remotely for the Paris team. Production was further complicated by Frédéric Riesterer's diagnosis with during the sessions. Sessions in included work on tracks like "Memories" with . These hurdles underscored the album's collaborative resilience.

Musical Style and Content

Composition

One Love is characterized by a blend of , electro, and genres, incorporating influences from R&B and hip-hop to create energetic, club-oriented tracks. The album's sound emphasizes a synthesis of with urban elements, resulting in radio-friendly compositions that maintain a strong connection to dancefloor culture. This stylistic approach positions the record as a pivotal work in and , with rhythmic, party-driven descriptors highlighting its upbeat and repetitive nature. The tracks generally follow a conventional EDM structure, featuring four-on-the-floor beats that drive the momentum, alongside synth hooks and progressive build-ups leading to explosive drops. Most songs average 3 to in length, allowing for concise yet impactful arrangements that prioritize hooks and transitions suitable for both radio play and DJ sets. Variations in and intensity occur across the album, with some cuts adopting euphoric, melodic progressions while others lean into darker, up- pulses, all unified by insistent rhythms. Instrumentation centers on prominent basslines and electronic effects that define Guetta's production signature, including swirling synth stabs, siren-like sounds, and sparse electronics layered over hooks and occasional strings. piano elements and interstellar bleeps add textural depth, often supporting vocal-forward arrangements without overpowering them. Different editions of the album introduce variations, particularly in the 2010 One More Love release, which appends club mixes and extended versions of select tracks alongside new material, enhancing its appeal for DJ use with longer builds and remixed drops. The standard edition focuses on the core 14 tracks, while deluxe and XXL versions expand with full-length edits, providing more instrumental flexibility for club environments.

Collaborations

The album One Love prominently features a diverse array of guest artists who provided vocals, rap verses, and lyrical contributions across its tracks, drawing on Guetta's expanding international network to blend with pop, R&B, and hip-hop influences. Key collaborators include , who delivers lead vocals on the opening track "," infusing the song with soulful R&B tones that helped establish the album's emotional core. The partnership originated when Rowland attended one of Guetta's high-energy performances at a show during the summer of 2008, where she was captivated by his energy and approached him about collaborating. Similarly, Estelle contributes her distinctive, emotive vocals to the title track "One Love," adding a layer of that complements the album's uplifting theme. Akon provides rap verses on "Sexy Chick," bringing hip-hop swagger and rhythmic drive to the track. appears on "Memories," offering introspective rap lines that introduce a more reflective, alternative hip-hop vibe amid the album's high-energy beats. collaborates on "I Wanna Go Crazy," building on their prior successful partnership from Guetta's earlier work, which facilitated a seamless integration of Black Eyed Peas-style pop-rap dynamics. These pairings were often secured through Guetta's established connections from previous hits and serendipitous encounters at industry events, allowing for efficient creative exchanges. Chris Willis, a longtime collaborator and vocalist from Guetta's previous albums, serves as a recurring presence, handling lead vocals on tracks like "Gettin' Over" and "Gettin' Over You," the latter of which also includes contributions from Fergie and LMFAO for added pop and party-rap energy. The production team played a key role in coordinating these sessions, often arranging studio time in Paris or Los Angeles to accommodate the artists' schedules. Overall, these features significantly diversified the album's sound, incorporating hip-hop elements from Akon and Kid Cudi alongside R&B infusions from Rowland and Estelle, which broadened its accessibility and contributed to its global crossover success.

Release and Promotion

Album Release

One Love, the fourth studio album by French DJ and producer , was initially released on August 24, 2009, in the United Kingdom and Europe through , an imprint of , with the U.S. release following on August 25, 2009, also via . The album's global rollout was facilitated by 's extensive distribution network, building on Guetta's production deal with the label through his imprint Gum Productions, which ensured coordinated international availability across physical and digital platforms. The album was made available in multiple formats, including standard , digital download, and double vinyl. A limited-edition pink colored vinyl reissue was later released on April 5, 2019, by Records. A vinyl edition was also released in in 2024 by Warner Music. Regional variations included bonus content, such as the Japanese edition, which featured exclusive remixes like " (Laidback Luke Remix)" and " (Chuckie & Remix)" as tracks 16 and 17. In 2010, the album received a titled One More Love, launched on in and select European markets through and France, incorporating additional tracks such as "Gettin' Over You" featuring Fergie, , and to capitalize on the momentum from subsequent singles. This edition maintained the core tracklist while expanding the collection with new material, available in CD and digital formats.

Promotional Efforts

The promotional campaign for One Love centered on building global anticipation through key singles and live performances. The lead single, "" featuring , was released on April 21, 2009, to generate early buzz for the album, reaching number one in several countries including the and . Its accompanying , directed by and premiered on June 8, 2009, depicted a romantic narrative set against beach and urban scenes, further amplifying visibility via and online platforms. A major component of the promotion was the One Love Tour, which launched in late 2009 following the album's August release, showcasing live renditions of tracks like "When Love Takes Over" and "Sexy Bitch." The tour spanned with stops in cities such as and , and extended to , including a performance at Mansion Nightclub in on November 28, 2009. Guetta performed over 70 concerts that year, emphasizing high-energy DJ sets to engage club and festival audiences. Digital outreach targeted younger demographics through platforms popular at the time, including , where Guetta maintained an official page for sharing previews and updates. Early streaming snippets of album tracks were made available on select sites to encourage fan interaction ahead of the full release. EMI's marketing strategy in highlighted the album's pop-dance collaborations to broaden Guetta's appeal beyond club scenes. Brand tie-ins added to the campaign's reach, though specific partnerships for One Love were limited compared to later efforts; the album's themes of unity aligned with broader cultural events, but no official anthem roles materialized.

Singles

Lead Singles

The lead singles from David Guetta's album One Love were released in 2009 to promote the record, marking a pivotal shift toward mainstream crossover success for the French DJ and producer. These tracks featured high-profile vocal collaborations and emphasized uplifting house and electro-pop elements, with club-oriented remixes that amplified their dancefloor appeal. The singles' production involved Guetta's signature blend of electronic beats and pop hooks, often with extended mixes tailored for DJ sets and radio play. "" featuring served as the album's lead single, released on April 21, 2009, by . The track, co-written and produced by Guetta alongside Rowland and others, debuted to strong international reception, peaking at number one on the UK Singles Chart for one week in June 2009. In the United States, it topped the Dance Club Songs chart on June 27, 2009, becoming Guetta's first number-one hit there and signaling dance music's growing pop influence. The song's club mixes, including the Electro Extended Remix by Guetta himself, were instrumental in its success; that remix won the Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical at the in 2010. "Sexy Bitch" (censored as "Sexy Chick" in some markets due to its provocative title) featuring followed as the second single, released on July 24, 2009. Co-produced by Guetta and , the track's edgy lyrics and pulsating electro-house production led to over its language, prompting edited versions for radio and retail. It achieved number one on the UK Singles Chart in August 2009 and peaked at number five on the in November 2009, while also topping the chart. Guetta's club remixes, such as the extended version, emphasized thumping basslines and were widely played in nightclubs, contributing to over two million sales by early 2010. "One Love" featuring Estelle was issued as the third single on November 23, 2009, serving as the album's title track. Produced by Guetta with contributions from Estelle on vocals and , the song adopted a more anthemic, feel-good vibe with piano-driven builds and euphoric drops. It reached number one on the US Billboard chart in April 2010, driven by remixes optimized for club environments, including extended mixes that extended the track's runtime for seamless DJ transitions. In the UK, it peaked at number 46 on the Official Singles Chart in November 2009 but fared better on the Official Dance Singles Chart at number four. The music video, directed and filmed in , depicted themes of unity and featured diverse crowds dancing together.

Follow-up Singles

Following the initial success of the lead singles from One Love, released several follow-up singles to sustain momentum leading into the 2010 reissue titled One More Love. These tracks, drawn from or added to the expanded edition, featured new collaborations and remixes that broadened the album's appeal in dance and pop markets. "Memories" featuring was released as a single on February 8, 2010, blending nostalgic lyrics about past nights out with a hip-hop-infused verse from Cudi over Guetta's signature electro-house production. The track's reflective theme, emphasizing letting go through as , resonated in club settings and earned praise for its genre fusion. It peaked at number 46 on the US and number 18 on the Canadian Hot 100. Remixes included an extended version and a 2021 rework by Guetta himself, prompted by renewed popularity. The official , directed by Keith Schofield and released on February 8, 2010, depicts a surreal party scene with actors portraying exaggerated memories.) "Gettin' Over You" featuring , Fergie, and followed in May 2010 as a high-energy centered on post-breakup resilience, with pounding beats and layered vocals creating an anthemic vibe. The song's collaborative energy, combining Willis's soulful delivery with Fergie's pop flair and LMFAO's party rap, made it a staple in European clubs. It reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and number 31 on the US Hot 100. Notable remixes included Avicii's Vocal Mix at Night, enhancing its crossover potential. The music video, released on May 19, 2010, shows Guetta and the featured artists in a lively studio , emphasizing the track's communal spirit. "Who's That Chick?" with Rihanna, released on November 22, 2010, to coincide with the One More Love reissue and the Despicable Me soundtrack, delivered an empowering electro-pop track with Rihanna's commanding vocals over futuristic synths, tying into the film's theme of hidden identities. The song topped charts in several European countries, including Austria and Switzerland, and reached number 51 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Remix versions featured prominently, such as the Adam F Remix for drum and bass audiences and the Afrojack Tipsy Dub Remix for deeper club play. Two official videos were produced: a daytime version directed by Anthony Mandler showing apocalyptic urban scenes, and a nighttime edition with animated Despicable Me characters integrated into the narrative, both released in early 2011.

Critical Reception and Legacy

Reviews

One Love received generally favorable reviews from critics, earning a aggregate score of 66 out of 100 based on 10 reviews. Critics praised the album's energetic tracks and effective use of vocal features from high-profile collaborators, which contributed to its crossover appeal. highlighted how the record produced top 40-friendly songs that stayed true to club culture, blending with hip-hop elements in a manifesto-like synthesis. commended specific tracks like featuring for their triumphant, anthemic quality and Rowland's powerhouse vocals, as well as Estelle's rich delivery on the title track, noting the overall relentless energy in fusions like "I Wanna Go Crazy" with . However, several reviewers criticized the album's formulaic production and simplistic lyrics, viewing it as overly commercial and repetitive. Q magazine described it as repeating the same structure 12 times—pairing hip-hop/R&B vocals over pumping house grooves—without much variation. The Guardian gave it 3 out of 5 stars, sarcastically dubbing it "the sound of the summer" only if one's ideal vacation involved fake tans and cheap drinks, implying its upbeat electropop and electro-rap were too catchily superficial. PopMatters echoed this by pointing out weaker moments, such as the trite and annoying "On the Dancefloor" and juvenile lyrics in "Sexy Bitch" despite its fun beats. In later reassessments, the album has been recognized for its pivotal role in mainstreaming EDM, particularly through its fusion of and pop that broadened the genre's reach beyond clubs. A 2024 retrospective celebrated One Love as a landmark release that sold over 3 million copies worldwide and paved the way for the EDM boom by featuring accessible collaborations with artists like and . later noted its successful crossover appeal in blending EDM with mainstream pop for wider accessibility.

Awards and Impact

The album One Love earned a nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album at the in 2010. Additionally, its lead single's remix, " (Electro Extended Remix)" featuring , won the Grammy for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical, marking Guetta's first Grammy victory. At the 2010 NRJ Music Awards, One Love received the award for International Album of the Year, highlighting its strong reception in Europe. One Love solidified Guetta's breakthrough to global stardom, blending (EDM) with pop sensibilities to achieve widespread commercial appeal. The album sold over 3.5 million copies worldwide, contributing to Guetta's transition from underground DJ to international superstar. Its success played a key role in popularizing EDM on mainstream pop charts during the late , influencing subsequent producers who adopted similar crossover strategies. As a staple of dance music, One Love remains influential, with tracks like "" and "" continuing to receive club play and inspiring samples in contemporary productions. The album's fusion of high-energy beats and vocal collaborations helped bridge club culture with radio-friendly hits, shaping the trajectory of EDM's integration into global pop.

Commercial Performance

Chart Performance

"One Love" achieved strong chart performance upon its release, topping the albums charts in , (Wallonia), , , and . The album reached number two on the , where it spent a total of 92 weeks, as well as number two in , , and . In the United States, "One Love" peaked at number 70 on the , reflecting a slower initial climb compared to its European success, but it attained number three on the Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album's performance highlighted regional variations, with dominant results in driven by hit singles and broader appeal in dance markets. On year-end charts for 2009, "One Love" ranked number 14 in the UK and placed within the top 20 in . The 2010 reissue as "One More Love," incorporating additional tracks and remixes, contributed to its sustained chart presence, extending its run into the following year across multiple territories.

Certifications and Sales

One Love achieved substantial commercial success, with global sales over 3.5 million copies worldwide. The album earned multiple certifications worldwide, reflecting its strong performance in key markets. It was certified Platinum in Europe by the IFPI for 1,000,000 shipments. In France, it was certified Diamond by SNEP for 500,000 units. In the United Kingdom, the BPI awarded 3× Platinum certification for 900,000 units in July 2024. In Australia, it attained 2× Platinum status from ARIA, while Canada awarded 2× Platinum certification, Germany 5× Gold, and Italy Platinum, alongside Gold awards in several other regions.
RegionCertificationCertified Units
Europe (IFPI)Platinum1,000,000
France (SNEP)Diamond500,000+
United Kingdom (BPI)3× Platinum900,000
Australia (ARIA)2× Platinum140,000
Canada (Music Canada)2× Platinum160,000
Germany (BVMI)5× Gold500,000
Italy (FIMI)Platinum60,000
The original One Love edition accounted for the bulk of initial sales, while the 2010 reissue, One More Love, contributed an additional 500,000+ units to the overall total. Post-2009, the album's revenue continued to grow through the expansion of digital downloads and streaming platforms, which amplified its long-term accessibility and earnings.

Track Listing and Editions

One Love Track Listing

The standard edition of David Guetta's One Love, released in 2009, features 15 tracks with a total runtime of approximately 55 minutes. All tracks were primarily written and produced by Guetta, with additional co-writers (including featured artists) and co-producers credited on select songs.
No.TitleFeatured artist(s)LengthSelected writers/producers
1"When Love Takes Over"3:12Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
2"Gettin' Over"3:00Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
3"Sexy Bitch"3:16Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
4"Memories"3:28Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
5"On the Dancefloor", 3:45Writers: Guetta, , , et al.; Producer: Guetta
6"It's the Way You Love Me"4:10Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
7"Missing You"Novel3:07Writers: Guetta, Novel, et al.; Producer: Guetta
8"Choose", 3:57Writers: Guetta, , , et al.; Producer: Guetta
9"How Soon Is Now"Julie McKnight4:09Writers: Guetta, McKnight, et al.; Producers: Guetta, , Dirty South
10"I Gotta Feeling (FMIF Remix Edit)"3:54Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
11"One Love"Estelle4:01Writers: Guetta, Estelle, et al.; Producers: Guetta, Jean-Claude Sindres,
12"I Wanna Go Crazy"3:24Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
13"Sound of Letting Go"3:45Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producers: Guetta, Tocadisco
14"Toyfriend"Wynter Gordon3:17Writers: Guetta, Gordon, et al.; Producers: Guetta,
15"If We Ever"4:40Writers: Guetta, , et al.; Producer: Guetta
Regional versions of the standard edition included bonus tracks, such as extended mixes available exclusively on the iTunes release.

One More Love Track Listing

The 2010 reissue edition, titled One More Love, integrates the core tracks from the original One Love album with five new productions and a rearranged sequence, expanding the total to 20 tracks in its standard configuration. Key additions include (featuring , Fergie, and ), emphasizing high-energy house elements; (featuring ), co-produced by alongside David Guetta; (Madonna vs. David Guetta featuring ); (featuring ); and "Acapella" (Kelis). These new tracks were crafted to refresh the album's sound, incorporating contemporary vocal features and remix influences. The full track listing for the standard edition is presented below, with durations and featured artists noted (order may vary slightly by region; this follows a common international CD edition):
No.TitleFeatured artist(s)Length
1""3:11
2"Gettin' Over"3:00
3""3:15
4"Memories"3:30
5"On the Dancefloor", 3:45
6"It's the Way You Love Me"4:11
7"Missing You"3:06
8"Choose", 3:55
9"How Soon Is Now?"Julie McKnight4:07
10""3:52
11"One Love"Estelle4:00
12"I Wanna Go Crazy"3:23
13"Toyfriend"Wynter Gordon3:16
14"If We Ever"4:35
15"Sound of Letting Go"3:47
16"Gettin' Over You", Fergie, 3:07
17"Who's That Chick?"3:22
18"Revolver", 3:26
19""3:39
20"Acapella"4:09
Regional variations exist; for instance, the Japanese edition appends a bonus track, "Gettin' Over You (Mitomi Tokoto Cyber Remix)" (featuring , Fergie, and ), extending the runtime with a localized electronic .

Release History

Initial Release

One Love was initially released on August 21, 2009, in by . The album saw a worldwide release on August 24, 2009, through and , followed by its launch on August 25, 2009. Produced by David Guetta's own label Gum Productions under exclusive license to , a division of Music , the album marked Guetta's first major international effort. It was made available in multiple formats, including a standard with 14 tracks, digital download, and a limited edition double vinyl LP. The U.S. CD edition carried the B002CZQ67M.

Reissues

The reissue of One Love titled One More Love was released on November 26, 2010, in by and , expanding the original album with additional tracks including "" featuring Fergie and , and a remix of the ' "." In the United States, the One More Love edition followed on January 25, 2011, through , maintaining the expanded tracklist for broader accessibility. A limited-edition vinyl reissue of the original One Love album was released on April 5, 2019, by Records to commemorate the tenth anniversary, featuring the standard 14-track lineup pressed on double LP in standard black vinyl. This physical format catered to collectors and vinyl enthusiasts, marking one of the few analog re-releases of the project. Digital deluxe editions of both One Love and One More Love have been available on streaming platforms such as and since the early 2010s, incorporating bonus remixes like the extended club versions of "" featuring and "" with [Kelly Rowland](/page/Kelly Rowland) to enhance playback options for listeners. These versions ensure ongoing digital availability without altering core content. No major reissues occurred between and , though streaming platforms periodically update metadata and artwork to maintain high-quality access to the 's catalog.

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