[4] In May 2016, Laoye released a reggae infused remix to the song, featuring Nigerian pop singer Seyi Shay.

I was shattered beyond a million pieces and no one could totally understand the pain i was going through as I quietly slipped away into my own world of anger and depression, refusing to be consoled.

But there He was…the ONE, who held on tightly to my mind, who refused to let me go even when I turned away in grief & despair; the ONE who kept whispering words of love, joy and peace to my heart every second over the past 1 year.

"[1] "Only You" is a soulful alternative rock ballad marked by very strong vocal delivery,[6] enchanting harmonies and emotive guitar strums.

I know this song has been a great inspiration and solace to many since its release and I simply want anyone hurting out there to find comfort and rest in the soothing love of the one true Abba Father"[8] Nikki Laoye's first major live performance of "Only You" was at the Mary J. Blige headlined Soul Sisters Concert in October 2013 at Eko Hotels in Lagos, Nigeria.