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John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John
About You're The One That I Want
"You're the One That I Want" is a song performed by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John for the 1978 film version of the musical Grease. It was written and produced by John Farrar. "You're the One That I Want" is one of the best-selling singles in history, having sold over 6 million copies in the United States, the United Kingdom, and France alone, with estimates of more than 15 million copies sold overall.
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Olivia Newton-John
Olivia Newton-John, AO, OBE (born 26 September 1948) is an English-born Australian singer and actress. She is a four-time Grammy award winner who has amassed five No. 1 and ten other Top Ten Billboard Hot 100 singles and two No. 1 Billboard 200 solo albums. Eleven of her singles (including two platinum) and 14 of her albums (including two platinum and four double platinum) have been certified gold by the RIAA. Her music has been successful in multiple formats including pop, country and adult contemporary and has sold an estimated over 100 million albums worldwide. She co-starred with John Travolta in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Grease, which featured one of the most successful film soundtracks in Hollywood history. more »
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Written by: John Farrar
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Creation & Release"You're the One That I Want" is a song written by John Farrar for the 1978 film version of the musical "Grease". The song was released as a single to coincide with the movie's debut. |
Chart SuccessIt became one of the biggest hit singles of the year, reaching the Top 10 in countries around the world, including the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. - In the UK, the song made it to Number 1 on the singles chart and stayed there for nine weeks, eventually becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time in the UK. |
Vocal PerformersThe song was performed by Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta, who played the lead characters, Sandy and Danny, in the film. - This is notable as it was unusual at the time for actors in a movie to also perform on the soundtrack. |
Pop Culture ImpactSince its release, "You're the One That I Want" has become one of the most recognizable and best-loved songs from the film. It remains a staple at parties and karaoke events. - The song was even parodied by popular cartoon show "Family Guy" in one of their episodes. |
Awards & NominationsDespite its commercial success, "You're the One That I Want" did not receive any major music awards. However, it has been recognized by numerous music organizations and lists as a pop culture classic. |
Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Craig McLachlan and Debbie Gibson, less than Jake, and the cast of TV show "Glee". |
Song Composition"You're the One That I want" is a duet with a call-and-response structure. The song features energetic, upbeat music and lyrics that express the passionate desire between the two characters in the film. |
In Film's ContextWithin the context of "Grease", the song is performed near the end of the movie, when Sandy undergoes a transformation to win back Danny's affections. It is seen as a key moment in the film, reflecting a turning point in their relationship. |
Popularity ContinuesDespite being over 40 years old, "You're The One That I Want" continues to be popular and is frequently played on radio stations that feature classic hits from the '70s and '80s. |
Usage in Other MediaThe song has been used in various other forms of media, including in commercials, other movies, and TV shows. It was also featured in the video game "Just Dance 2016". |
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