“One Thing” is out on A Day One / Island Records

South London artist Lola Young returns with “One Thing,” a track that effortlessly mixes fluttery guitar melodies with a sultry, dub-inspired rhythm. Clever, playful, and provocative, the track finds Young exploring the nuances of intimacy, inviting listeners to look beyond surface-level interpretations.

On its deeper meaning, Young shares: “It’s a song that on first listen sounds like I’m talking about one thing—sex. Which I am, of course. However, sex in itself is never about one thing.” Her layered lyricism underscores the track’s smart approach, unpacking complicated feelings about vulnerability and connection through a deceptively catchy tune.

Acclaimed director Dave Meyers complements Young’s bold songwriting with a playful visual that humorously flips traditional gender roles. Watch below. The satirical video enhances the track’s commentary, effortlessly blending fun with thoughtful subversion.

Boasting over one billion global streams following her runaway hit, “Messy,” and collabs with Tyler, the Creator, and Lil Yacthy, the Brits and Ivor Novello-nominated star continues her well-deserved rise. Praised by The New York Times for her “acrobatically tortured, increasingly raspy voice,” her artistry defies genre easily.

With major festival sets and a coveted support slot for Billie Eilish in Paris ahead, Lola Young is carving out a distinct place in the pop landscape. Sharply executed and playful, “One Thing” reinforces that Young’s moment is just starting.