One's on the Way is the sixteenth studio album by Loretta Lynn, released in 1972 on Decca Records. It was produced by Owen Bradley and recorded at Bradley's Barn in Mount Juliet, Tennessee. The album reached number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
The title track, 'One's on the Way,' was written by Shel Silverstein and became a number 1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1972. The album also includes covers of songs by other artists, such as 'The Morning After' by Maureen McGovern and 'I'd Rather Be Sorry' by Kris Kristofferson.
The album reflects Lynn's traditional country style, with themes addressing pregnancy, domestic life, and relationships. It was well received by critics and further solidified her status as a leading figure in country music at the time.