There are songs that speak loudly, and there are songs that speak with quiet certainty. “One Like Mine” belongs to the latter. Performed by Josh Turner, the track appears on the album “Deep South” (2017), a record that leans heavily into gratitude, simplicity, and the emotional weight of everyday life. Rather than dramatic gestures or sweeping declarations, this song centers on a single realization: recognizing the rare value of someone before taking them for granted.
Written by Ben Hayslip and David Lee Murphy, “One Like Mine” is built around appreciation. The narrator understands that finding the right person is not something to assume will happen twice. There is no doubt or hesitation in the message. Instead, the song reflects a calm awareness that some people are irreplaceable, and that love, once found, deserves care and intention.
Musically, the arrangement remains understated and grounded in traditional country structure. Acoustic guitar, steady rhythm, and subtle instrumental layers allow the focus to remain on the vocal delivery. Josh Turner’s deep baritone does not overpower the song. It settles into it. His voice carries a natural sense of sincerity that reinforces the idea that this is not a fleeting emotion, but a considered truth spoken out loud.
What stands out most in “One Like Mine” is its perspective. The song is not about pursuit or uncertainty. It is about recognition. The narrator has already found what matters and now speaks from a place of responsibility and thankfulness. This approach gives the song emotional maturity, aligning it closely with the broader themes of “Deep South”, where love is tied to values, faith, and consistency rather than impulse.
Listeners often connect with the song because it reflects real relationships rather than idealized ones. The lyrics suggest commitment without pressure, affection without excess, and confidence without arrogance. It is a reminder that love does not always announce itself loudly. Sometimes it is simply the decision to hold on to what is already good.
Within Josh Turner’s catalog, “One Like Mine” functions as a quiet affirmation. It reinforces his long standing artistic identity as a storyteller rooted in tradition, humility, and emotional clarity. The song does not aim to impress. It aims to be honest. And in doing so, it leaves a lasting impression.
In the end, “One Like Mine” is about knowing what you have while you have it. It is about choosing gratitude over assumption, and care over complacency. A steady song. A sincere voice. A reminder that some love does not need embellishment to feel true.
