"You and I" is a song by English singer Will Young. It was written by Ed Johnson, Henry Johnson and Mike Peden and recorded by Young for his on his debut studio album, From Now On (2002). Produced by Peden, the song was released as Young's fourth single and 2002's official Children in Need single on 18 November 2002 along with the non-album track "Don't Let Me Down". It reached number two on the UK Singles Chart, number three in the Netherlands, and the top 30 in Ireland and Italy.

Background "You and I," written by Ed Johnson, Henry Johnson and Mike Peden and produced latter, is a ballad that talks about "being completely mad in love with someone." With "You and I" selected as Young's first single of original material, he cited the song as a turning point in his career.

Music video A music video for "You and I" was directed by Tim Royes and filmed while Young was on the Pop Idol Tour with his fellow Pop Idol contestants. The video marked Royes second collaboration with Young, following their work on the video for "The Long and Winding Road" (2002). The visuals portray Young wandering around the streets. English model and actress Agyness Deyn appears in the clip.

Track listings

Credits and personnel Credits are lifted from the From Now On album booklet.

Studio Mastered at Transfermation (London, England)

Personnel

Mike Peden – writing, production Ed Johnson – writing Henry Johnson – writing London Community Gospel Choir – gospel choir Tee Green – backing vocals Ed Johnson – backing vocals Lucie Silvas – backing vocals Graham Kearns – guitar Jack Daley – bass Peter Gordeno – keyboards Charlie Russell – programming Nick Ingman – string arrangement, conducting Gavyn Wright – orchestra leader Isobel Griffiths Ltd. – orchestra contracting Martin Hayles – recording engineer Steve Fitzmaurice – mixing Richard Dowling – mastering

Charts

Weekly charts + Chart (2002–2003) Peakposition

Year-end charts + Chart (2002) Position UK Singles (OCC) 106 Chart (2003) Position Netherlands (Dutch Top 40) 39 Netherlands (Single Top 100) 29

Certifications

Release history + Region Date Format(s) Label(s) United Kingdom 18 November 2002 CD

References

External links "You and I" lyrics