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Celebrate the Legendary Song: Swedish House Mafia’s “One”

On July 22, 2024, the music world celebrates a significant anniversary: the release of Swedish House Mafia‘s track ‘One’. When the track released in 2010, it marked a turning point in the dance music landscape, putting Axwell, Steve Angello, and Sebastian Ingrosso – the trio that heads up Swedish House Mafia – propelling them to even more fame and intriguing fans all over the world.

The impact of ‘One’ was both instantaneous and profound. It overtook dance floors and festivals alike, becoming an indispensable component of any EDM set. The song’s pulsating energy and distinctive melody didn’t just make it popular; they defined the sound of the early 2010s. The vocal version, ‘One (Your Name)’, starring Pharrell Williams, broadened its appeal by smoothly merging the realms of electronic sounds with mainstream popularity.

The song’s influence was palpable at Tomorrowland 2024, where Swedish House Mafia delivered a powerful set on the first weekend. On Friday night, as the familiar notes of ‘One’ resonated around the festival grounds, the crowd roared. This event demonstrated the track’s enduring power and capacity to unify fans from all generations. It demonstrated how ‘One’ remains a fixture in the EDM scene, still capable of generating remarkable experiences.

Check out the video below from their recent set at Tomorrowland, it was pure magic and gave me goosebumps when watching it on the livestream. Swedish House Mafia cemented ‘One’ fact and that is this song is ‘One’ to really make you feel alive.

If you’re interested in piqued and want to take a look at how this song was made, check out the video below. It’s really amazing to see the inspiration, the thought process and overall culmination of three brilliant DJs working together to produce this classic.

Aside from its commercial success, ‘One’ has a particular place in the hearts of fans and DJs alike. Anecdotes from the music community emphasize its importance as a unifying force. ‘One’ continuously brought people together, whether it was playing at large events like the Ultra Music Festival or intimate club nights. The lyrics of ‘One (Your Name)’ include a personal touch, with Pharrell Williams‘ plea to ‘I wanna know your name’ highlighting the connection between the song and its audience.

The epic journey of ”One’ demonstrates its lasting effect and everlasting appeal. This anniversary commemorates not only the song, but also its influence on the EDM genre and those who love it. Whether replayed or discovered for the first time, ‘One’ illustrates music’s unifying power and continues to inspire thanks to Swedish House Mafia‘s powerful sound.

Here’s to many more years of enjoying this iconic song.

Preetika Narula

Having been in the EDM scene for 12 years now, Preetika is a die hard fan of festivals, clubbing and generally electronic dance music. Over the course of 12 years, she's met countless of djs like DJ Snake, Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, Blasterjaxx and Kshmr to name a few. She's attended festivals like Tomorrowland, Ultra Japan, Creamfields Hong Kong and more. Preetika is your go to girl for all things EDM related, especially in Thailand as she calls Bangkok home.

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