The song was first recorded by American singer and released in June 1959. It served as the B-side to his major domestic hit "Oh! Carol" .
This version became a definitive disco anthem, reaching the top 10 across much of Europe and hitting number one in Austria and Switzerland. One Way Ticket (To The Blues)
Released a version on her 2006 album My Passion . The song was first recorded by American singer
In 1979, British disco band reimagined the track for their second album, Leave a Light . This version became a definitive disco anthem, reaching
The lyrics are unique for their clever allusions to other popular hits of the era, including: "Lonesome Town" (Ricky Nelson) "Heartbreak Hotel" (Elvis Presley) "Bye Bye Love" (The Everly Brothers) "Lonely Teardrops" (Jackie Wilson) The Eruption Disco Cover
It is distinct from other songs with similar titles, such as LeAnn Rimes' "One Way Ticket (Because I Can)" from 1996 and The Darkness' "One Way Ticket" from 2005.