“Love Plus One” gave Haircut One Hundred its only US Billboard Hot 100 hit.
The song was released in 1982 as the band’s second single and appeared on its debut album, Pelican West. Haircut One Hundred came from London and combined pop songwriting with elements of funk, jazz, and brass-heavy arrangements.
“Love Plus One” reached number 37 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It performed better in the United Kingdom, where it reached the top 10. The song is known for its bright horns, layered percussion, and playful vocal arrangement.
Singer Nick Heyward left the group after its first album, beginning a solo career. Haircut One Hundred continued with a different lineup, but its US chart presence remained limited. The band is therefore commonly listed as a one-hit wonder in the United States, even though it had additional UK success.