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.
Halfway to Heaven
Céline Dion Lyrics
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Wherever I am I want you to be
Walking with your hand in mine
Feel so fine
When I'm close to you
I know what it means to wanna be true
Never felt this way before
Are you feeling the same as me? Honestly
Don't you think it's unreal?
I'm not dealing in fairy tales
If this fails
I don't know what on earth I will do 'cause I'm
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love
When we reach that place
I'm dying to see the smile on your face
I'm so sure you'll want to stay
That's okay
I have so many dreams to share
Please be there
Let me share them with you
If you're looking for happiness nothing less
Come with me, baby I'm looking too and I'm
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling now
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love (ooh no)
I don't want to give my life in moderation (baby no)
I'm prepared to give myself up to temptation, it's time
I could use a little love and inspiration (baby now)
Come and share the joy and join the celebration
It's time
Hoping and praying that soon you'll be saying, "be mine"
I don't wanna give it up
I don't wanna give it up
Falling in love
I don't wanna give it up
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm falling in love
You're making all my fantasies come alive, oh
Na na na na baby love, ooh, no no
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love
I don't wanna give it up, oh, oh
In Celine Dion's song "Halfway to Heaven," the singer expresses her desire for a significant other to come along with her on her journey in life. She wants someone to walk through life with her holding hands and feeling fine. Her feelings for this person have grown stronger than for anyone else she's ever been with, and she wants to know if the other person feels the same. She's not interested in fairy tales, she wants a real relationship. Celine pleads with the hypothetical significant other not to give up on the love that they have as they are halfway to heaven, and she wants to go all the way. Celine is hopeful that they can build a life together where both can share their dreams and live in happiness.
The lyrics of this song describe Celine Dion's deep commitment to a significant other, which is a popular theme in love songs. The song embodies her optimism and hope that the other person shares the same feelings for her as she does for him. It is also evident that Celine is confident that the other person would want to be with her for a long time, which is what she desires, as well. The song emphasizes the importance of communication and honesty, which are the foundations of any successful relationship. Both parties need to be open and clear about their feelings to build something that lasts.
Line by Line Meaning
Come and go with me
Join me in this journey
Wherever I am I want you to be
I want you to be by my side through thick and thin
Walking with your hand in mine
Feeling the warmth of your touch as we walk together
Feel so fine
I feel happy and content with you
When I'm close to you
Being near you brings out certain feelings in me
I know what it means to wanna be true
Being with you makes me want to be truthful and genuine
Never felt this way before
This is a new and special feeling for me
Is there more?
Is there potential for our relationship to be even more fulfilling?
Are you feeling the same as me? Honestly
Are you reciprocating these feelings in an honest and genuine way?
Don't you think it's unreal?
These feelings seem almost too good to be true
I'm not dealing in fairy tales
I'm not being unrealistic, this is really happening
If this fails
If things don't work out
I don't know what on earth I will do 'cause I'm
I'm in such a vulnerable place emotionally
Halfway to heaven
I feel like I'm on a path to happiness
Let's go all the way
Let's see where this relationship can take us
I don't wanna give it up
I don't want to lose this feeling and connection with you
'Cause I'm already falling in love
I'm already in the middle of falling for you
When we reach that place
When we finally reach that point of ultimate happiness
I'm dying to see the smile on your face
I can't wait to see the joy that our love brings you
I'm so sure you'll want to stay
I'm confident that you'll want to continue with me
That's okay
Even if things don't work out perfectly, it will be okay
I have so many dreams to share
I have so many plans for us and our future
Please be there
I hope that you will be a part of my journey
Let me share them with you
I want to share all of my aspirations with you
If you're looking for happiness nothing less
If you're searching for true happiness, then this journey is worth it
Come with me, baby I'm looking too and I'm
Join me in searching for true joy and love, because I'm doing the same
I don't want to give my life in moderation (baby no)
I don't want to live my life with just a little bit of happiness
I'm prepared to give myself up to temptation, it's time
I'm ready to take the risk for the possibility of true love
I could use a little love and inspiration (baby now)
I need love and a spark of passion in my life right now
Come and share the joy and join the celebration
Let's celebrate and share in the happiness of true love
Hoping and praying that soon you'll be saying, "be mine"
Hoping that you'll soon want to commit to this relationship and be with me
Falling in love
Experiencing the wonderful feeling of falling in love
You're making all my fantasies come alive, oh
You make all my dreams and hopes for us become reality
Na na na na baby love, ooh, no no
Expressing adoration and affection for you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Franne Golde, Hal David, Nicky Holland
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LYRICS
Come and go with me
Wherever I am I want you to be
Walking with your hand in mine
Feel so fine
When I'm close to you
I know what it means to wanna be true
Never felt this way before
Is there more?
Are you feeling the same as me? Honestly
Don't you think it's unreal?
I'm not dealing in fairy tales
If this fails
I don't know what on earth I will do 'cause I'm
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love
When we reach that place
I'm dying to see the smile on your face
I'm so sure you'll want to stay
That's okay
I have so many dreams to share
Please be there
Let me share them with you
If you're looking for happiness nothing less
Come with me, baby I'm looking too and I'm
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling now
Halfway to heaven
Let's go all the way
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love (ooh no)
I don't want to give my life in moderation (baby no)
I'm prepared to give myself up to temptation, it's time
I could use a little love and inspiration (baby now)
Come and share the joy and join the celebration
It's time
Hoping and praying that soon you'll be saying, "be mine"
I don't wanna give it up
I don't wanna give it up
Falling in love
I don't wanna give it up
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm falling in love
You're making all my fantasies come alive, oh
Na na na na baby love, ooh, no no
I don't wanna give it up
'Cause I'm already falling in love
I don't wanna give it up, oh, oh
@rodwellsimon4279
Who's listening to this masterpiece on her birthday eve in 2024?
@pholohompiti7256
South Africa approves
@SonicRadius
I'm wondering why this song didn't get more attention and play. It's one of my favourites and fits very nicely in the Smooth Jazz genre. Definitely on my playlist.
@ciannjohnson4248
I have listened to this song since 1997 and I still ❤ love it..
@gordonguillot341
@@ciannjohnson4248 I heard it all the time on the smooth jazz station I listened to back then. It was a respectable time for both Celine and Kenny G, a time before their music became mainstream and annoying.
@maxsdad538
It received incredible air play on 94.7 KTWV (The Wave), the premier smooth jazz station in Los Angeles. That was where I first discovered her.
@250sig
They use to play this song on the smooth jazz station in Philadelphia,pa. Always loved this song so soothing and smooth.
@TommyChris9001
Because it's too hip.
@pardeepkumar1979
Kenny G and Celine …. Two of my favourite artists…. The combination is simply amazing …
@marcusward6200
My absolute favorite Celine Dion song. I used to listen to this on the back of the ship after The Gulf War back in 1991. So serene and beautiful.