You’re the One That I Want” was released in 1978 as part of the iconic soundtrack for the film Grease, starring John Travolta as Danny and Olivia Newton-John as Sandy. The upbeat, catchy duet quickly became a global sensation, reaching number one on the charts in several countries and selling over 6 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling singles of all time.

The song was written by John Farrar specifically for the film and marks a key moment in the movie as it represents the transformation and romantic tension between Danny and Sandy. The electrifying chemistry between Travolta and Newton-John, both in the film and during their performance of the song, made it an unforgettable classic.

You’re the One That I Want remains one of the defining songs of the Grease

soundtrack, a film that continues to be beloved by audiences around the world.

Lyrics

I got chills, they’re multiplyin’

And I’m losin’ control

‘Cause the power you’re supplyin’

It’s electrifyin’!

You better shape up, ’cause I need a man

And my heart is set on you

You better shape up, you better understand

To my heart I must be true

Nothing left, nothing left for me to do

You’re the one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh

The one I need (The one I need)

Oh, yes, indeed (Yes, indeed)

If you’re filled with affection

You’re too shy to convey

Meditate in my direction

Feel your way

I better shape up, ’cause you need a man

I need a man who can keep me satisfied

I better shape up if I’m gonna prove

You better prove that my faith is justified

Are you sure?

‘Cause (yes) I’m sure down deep inside

You’re the one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh

The one I need (The one I need)

Oh, yes, indeed (Yes, indeed)

You’re the one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh

The one I need (The one I need)

Oh, yes, indeed (Yes, indeed)

You’re the one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh, honey

The one that I want (You are the one I want)

Ooh ooh ooh

The one I need (The one I need)

Oh, yes, indeed (Yes, indeed)