Born to a large impoverished family, Dion emerged as a teen star in the French-speaking world after her manager and future husband René Angélil mortgaged his home to finance her first record. In 1990, she released the anglophone album Unison, establishing herself as a viable pop artist in North America and other English-speaking areas of the world.
Dion had first gained international recognition in the 1980s by winning both the 1982 Yamaha World Popular Song Festival and the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest.Following a series of French albums in the early 1980s, she signed on to CBS Records Canada in 1986. During the 1990s, with the help of Angélil, she achieved worldwide fame after signing with Epic Records and releasing several English albums along with additional French albums, becoming one of the most successful artists in pop music history. However, in 1999 at the height of her success, Dion announced a temporary retirement from entertainment in order to start a family and spend time with her husband, who had been diagnosed with cancer.She returned to the top of pop music in 2002 and signed a three-year (later extended to almost five years) contract to perform nightly in a five-star theatrical show at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas.
After performing in 25 countries during the Taking Chances World Tour which ended in February 2009 (one year after it began) she took another 2 year hiatus, focusing on expanding her family. After 6 in-vitro tries she gave birth to twin boys Nelson and Eddy in October 2010. In the meantime she announced her return to Vegas, her new show simply named "Céline" premièred on March 15th 2011 to spectacular reviews by media and audience.
Dion's music has been influenced by genres ranging from rock and R&B to gospel and classical. While her releases have often received mixed critical reception, she is renowned for her technically skilled and powerful vocals. Dion is the best selling Canadian artist of all time; and her album D'eux is the best selling francophone album of all time. Dion is regarded as one of pop music's most influential voices. Linda Lister describes Dion as a reigning Queen of Pop for her influence over the record industry during the 1990s. On a cultural level, Dion is credited for introducing francophone music to many non-francophone countries around the globe. Dion is also credited for both revitalizing and revolutionizing the entertainment scene in Las Vegas with the gargantuan successes of her residencies there. She managed to re-popularize the Las Vegas "residency" as a desirable way for top artists to essentially tour in place, letting their fans come to them. Over the years, fellow established icons such as Britney Spears, Elton John, Bette Midler, Rod Stewart, Cher and Shania Twain followed suit.
Another Year Has Gone By
Céline Dion Lyrics
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Just as many 4th of July's
And we're still holding it together
It only comes down to you and I
I know that you can still remember
Things we said right from the start
When we said that this could be special
I'm keeping those words deep down in my heart
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything that's gone by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
I never been much for occasions
But you never let a birthday go by, mm
Without announcing how much you love me
But the truth was always there, right there in your eyes
And we're still holding hands when we're walking
Acting like we've only just met
But how could that be when there's so much history
I guess that's how true lovers can get
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything that's gone by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything that's gone by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
Celine Dion’s “Another Year Has Gone By” is a reflection of a relationship that has endured the test of time for yet another year. It speaks of the joys and challenges of being with someone for a long period, the memories they have shared and the hope that this new year will bring more happiness. The opening lines of the song juxtapose December 25th and July 4th, two significant dates that are celebrated annually with the reality that the year is ending, and they are still holding the relationship together. The only thing that keeps the bond between the two individuals going is just the two of them.
The song is a reminder of the start of the relationship, where the two individuals said their declarations of love, and it still feels like only yesterday. The singer remembers those words and keeps them buried deep within their heart, believing that the sentiment behind the declaration is still valid. The chorus of the song reiterates the commitment to the relationship, where the singer indicates that another year has gone by, yet they are still together through thick and thin. The song speaks of the unbreakable bond between them, even though they’ve been through everything, and yet there is no one saying goodbye.
“Another Year Has Gone By” is a love song about the joy and challenges that come with being in a long-standing relationship. It speaks of the memories shared, the commitment to one another, and the hope for more happiness. The song is relatable and serves as an inspiration to those that have experienced love and wish to keep that feeling going.
Line by Line Meaning
So many twenty fifths of December
We have experienced numerous Christmases
Just as many fourth of July's
We have celebrated countless Independence Days
And we're still holdin' it together
We have managed to keep our relationship going
It only comes down to you and I
The success of our relationship is due to us, no one else
I know that you can still remember
I am aware that you still recall
Things we said right from the start
The promises we made when our relationship began
When we said that this could be special
When we believed that our relationship could be unique
I'm keepin' those words deep down in my heart
I still remember and cherish those words
Another year has gone by
A whole year has passed
And I'm still the one by your side
I am still here with you
After everything that's gone by
Despite everything that has happened
There's still no one saying goodbye
None of us are considering ending our relationship
I never been much for occasions
I have never been someone who paid much attention to special events
But you never let another birthday go by
You never forgot to celebrate my birthday
Without announcing how much you love me
And you always expressed your love for me on those occasions
But the truth was always there, right there in your eyes
But the sincerity of your feelings was always visible in your eyes
And were still holding hands when were walkin'
We are still affectionate towards each other
Actin' like we've only just met
Even after all these years, we still act like a new couple
But how could that be when there's so much history
It's strange that we still act that way despite knowing each other for so long
I guess that's how true lovers can get
I suppose that is a testament to how deep our love for each other is
Another year has gone by
Another year of our lives has passed
And I'm still the one by your side
I am still here with you, despite the passing of time
After everything that's gone by
Despite the ups and downs we have experienced
There's still no one saying goodbye
Neither of us are considering ending our relationship
Though another year has gone by
Despite the passing of another year in our lives
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bryan Adams, Eliot Kennedy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@munchkinland7297
So many twenty-fifths of December
Just as many fourth of July's
And we're still holdin' it together
It only comes down to you and I
I know that you can still remember
Things we said right from the start
When we said that this could be special
I'm keepin' those words deep down in my heart
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything must go by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
I never been much for occasions
But you never let another birthday go by
Without announcing how much you love me
But the truth was always there, right there in your eyes
And were still holding hands when were walkin'
Actin' like we've only just met
But how could that be when there's so much history
I guess that's how true lovers can get
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything must go by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
Another year has gone by
And I'm still the one by your side
After everything must go by
There's still no one saying goodbye
Though another year has gone by
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@motsuviet
I Love Celine Dion! She has the voice of a thousand angels!!!
@bayagniwarrene.98
i totally super agree
@hggtg
"TRULY BLESSED 🙌
@123LetsGoEntertainment
This is one of Celine's best songs.
@danielwallen8234
Oh GOD another years has gone by, Let's hope this one will be a better one.
@torihall1791
RIGHT
@hopebentley9906
Mom played this every year on Christmas when the whole family was all together ❤️🎄 “Still no ones saying goodbye ... though another year has gone by...” sweetest part !
@davidebettoni7246
... Magnificient Touching Song!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I love you Céline!!! From Italy 🇮🇹
@roseagaatsz8403
Sending prayers to you Celine,get well ,my wish for you 🙏❤️
@davidebettoni7246
Céline Dion... you're the best Singer in the WORLD!!! LIVING LEGEND, ICON of World Music in History!!!... You have an Amazing INCREDIBLE Angel Voice!!!...