"One" is the Bee Gees' 18th studio album, released in April 1989. The album marked the band's return to the music scene following a hiatus after their brother and bandmate, Andy Gibb, passed away. A seminal pop music artifact, it is known notably for its title track, "One," which reached number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The Bee Gees started recording "One" in mid-1988, collaborating in this album with producers Brian Tench and Brian Malouf. The album, which followed their previous studio album E.S.P. in 1987, marked a change in direction from the earlier sound to a more adult contemporary feel.
Unique to this collection is the fact it was recorded entirely digitally, contributing to its sleek, polished sound. The album was also the first to be recorded following the death of their younger brother Andy Gibb, and the title track is a poignant tribute to him.
The album spawned three singles: "One" - which was a Top 10 hit in the U.S., "Tokyo Nights", and "Bodyguard". Though it received a lukewarm reception from critics, it re-established the Bee Gees as contemporary pop artists, paving the way for their continued contribution to the pop music landscape in the ensuing years.
