"The Power of Love" is the second (if counting "When I Fall in Love" as first) single from Céline Dion's 1993 album, The Colour of My Love. It was released on November 1, 1993 in North America, in December in Japan, and the next year in the rest of the world.
"The Power of Love" is the second Jennifer Rush song Dion has covered. Earlier the same year she recorded a French adaptation of "Higher Ground," called "Plus haut que moi."
The music video made for the radio edit was directed by Randee St. Nicholas and released in November 1993. It appeared on Dion's 2001 DVD video collection All the Way… A Decade of Song & Video.
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and an American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Single in 1995.
"The Power of Love" was included on Céline Dion's greatest hits compilations: All the Way… A Decade of Song in 1999 and My Love: Essential Collection in 2008. Live versions of this song can be found on À l'Olympia and Live à Paris albums. It's one of the most often performed songs by Céline Dion. She sang it also five nights a week in her show A New Day... at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, and later during her 2008-09 Taking Chances Tour.
"The Power of Love" became an international smash hit. The song rose to the top of the charts in the United States, Australia and Canada. In the U.S. it topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 4 weeks, the first Céline Dion single to do so. It also went to number 1 for 5 weeks on the Hot 100 Singles Sales and to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay. It was also number 1 for 4 weeks on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks.
The song spent 12 weeks at the top in Canada and 70 weeks on the chart in total. "The Power of Love" was a top 10 hit in the rest of the world (number 3 in France, number 4 in the United Kingdom and Belgium, number 6 in Sweden, number 7 in New Zealand). It was certified platinum in the U.S. (1,120,000 copies sold) and Australia (70,000), gold in New Zealand (5,000) and silver in France (225,000 copies sold).
The Power Of Love
Céline Dion Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Of lovers sleeping tight
Are rolling by like thunder now
As I look in your eyes
I hold on to your body
And feel each move you make
Your voice is warm and tender
'Cause I'm your lady
And you are my man
Whenever you reach for me
I'll do all that I can
Lost is how I'm feeling lying in your arms
When the world outside's too much to take
That all ends when I'm with you
Even though there may be times
It seems I'm far away
Never wonder where I am
'Cause I am always by your side
'Cause I'm your lady
And you are my man
Whenever you reach for me
I'll do all that I can
We're heading for something
Somewhere I've never been
Sometimes I am frightened
But I'm ready to learn
Of the power of love
The sound of your heart beating
Made it clear, suddenly
The feeling that I can't go on
Is light years away
'Cause I'm your lady
And you are my man
Whenever you reach for me
I'm gonna do all that I can
We're heading for something
Somewhere I've never been
Sometimes I am frightened
But I'm ready to learn
Of the power of love
The power of love
The power of love
Sometimes I am frightened but I'm ready to learn
Of the power of love
The power of love, ooh-ooh ooh
(As I look into your eyes)
The power of love (the power of love)
The lyrics of Céline Dion's song The Power of Love are a declaration of unconditional love. The song describes the feeling of being lost and overwhelmed in the world and the sense of security and comfort that comes from being with someone you love. It opens with a description of the intimacy between two lovers, with the soft whispers of an early morning and the feeling of holding on tight to someone's body. This is followed by a reaffirmation of the strength of their relationship and a commitment to always be there for each other, no matter what. The song then becomes more expansive, suggesting that this love can be the gateway to a new and exciting journey, one that may be scary but ultimately worth it. Finally, the repeated refrain of "the power of love" encapsulates the idea that in a world that can be so uncertain and scary, love is the one constant that can always be relied upon to provide comfort and strength.
In terms of musical facts, The Power of Love was originally written and recorded by Jennifer Rush in 1984, before Dion's version was released in 1993. The song has been covered by numerous other artists, including Laura Branigan and Air Supply. The music video for The Power of Love features Dion singing in front of a blue background while various images of love and passion are projected behind her. The song was a massive hit, reaching number one in the United States and several other countries. It won an ASCAP Pop Award for most-performed song in the United States in 1994. Finally, the chords for The Power of Love are G, C, D, Em, Am, Bm, and F#m.
Line by Line Meaning
The whispers in the morning
The soft sounds of the morning carry the intimacy of two lovers sleeping closely.
Of lovers sleeping tight
This pair of individuals are sleeping with a degree of closeness and contentment.
Are rolling by like thunder now
These same sounds are now amplified and overwhelming, enough to upset routine and normality.
As I look in your eyes
The eyes reveal the emotions and affection that words may fail to express.
I hold on to your body
Holding and embracing another person's body helps establish an enduring bond of support and caring.
And feel each move you make
The movements of a partner can bring comfort, care, and much-needed reassurance.
Your voice is warm and tender
The tone of the lover’s voice complements the special bond between the two individuals - a voice that speaks of warmth and tenderness.
A love that I could not forsake
It is a love that is true, not to be abandoned and one that inspires loyalty and devotion.
'Cause I'm your lady
To her partner, she is a beloved one to cherish, to care for and protect.
And you are my man
The one she is with has become her protector, and she is willing to trust him as her man.
Whenever you reach for me
When her partner approaches and offers his love, she is ready to receive and respond with her heart open.
I'll do all that I can
She is prepared to go above and beyond, using all the strengths and resources available to offer irrevocable devotion and care.
Lost is how I'm feeling lying in your arms
She experiences a kind of losing herself and arriving at a new level of intimacy when cuddled by her partner.
When the world outside's too much to take
She finds comfort and refuge in the embrace of her partner, especially when the reality of life becomes too much to bear.
That all ends when I'm with you
The struggles cease when she is in the lover's embrace, and the warming feeling of his presence takes over.
Even though there may be times
In some moments of the relationship, there might be a sense of doubt and confusion.
It seems I'm far away
The distance between the partner and her can seem far apart or even disconnected in certain periods.
Never wonder where I am
Unwavering commitment, faithfulness and love. There is never a question of where she is or what she's doing.
'Cause I am always by your side
She is there for her partner, offering the gift of her presence, counsel, and support whenever he needs her.
We're heading for something
The couple is moving towards a better life together, one that is filled with promise, purpose, and happiness.
Somewhere I've never been
Their journey is to an unknown destination or a new beginning of happiness, faith, and exploration.
Sometimes I am frightened
There are moments of fear and uncertainty, but she remains courageous and optimistic.
But I'm ready to learn
She welcomes the chance to grow, to learn more about herself, her partner and their relationship, even when it might require effort and hardship.
Of the power of love
The enduring quality of their relationship, built on the strong foundation of love, the core element of their unbreakable bonds.
The sound of your heart beating
The reverberating thud of the lover's heart is a fulfilling sound that confirms safety and reassurance when cuddled.
Made it clear, suddenly
The continuous beat of the lover’s heart makes her understand the fit and harmony of their love in that moment.
The feeling that I can't go on
It implies a hopeless feeling, an immovable obstacle, some inconvenience and adversity that brings immense despair and unease.
Is light years away
All the obstacles that impede the relationship seems far away and non-existent under the gaze of love.
The power of love
The genuinely loving and authentic connection established between two individuals.
Sometimes I am frightened but I'm ready to learn
Her eagerness to learn and grow in love is more significant than fear or concern.
The power of love, ooh-ooh ooh
The song concludes by echoing and chanting the song’s title, emphasizing that love is a powerful force.
(As I look into your eyes)
The first stanza gets repeated, signifying the power of eye contact, which they both share to understand the depth of their emotions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Wolfgang Detmann, Jennifer Rush, Mary Susan Applegate, Gunther Mende
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kconrad5893
No fucking way—the Holy Trinity of female singers is:
1. Barbra Streisand
2. Celine Dion
3. Karen Carpenter
Whitney Houston would be 4th, but although her voice is spectacular, to me she doesn’t have that once-in-a-lifetime, out of this world voice like the three ladies I mentioned.
Mariah Carey is very talented, but her voice doesn’t have that crystal clear tonality that the others do. She has a very very slight rasp to her voice and it’s more breathy.
Just my opinion of course.
@Periwinkle110
Who is listening in 2024?
@annaurorapalmer9555
🙋♀️
@ssemafumuchrispus9078
Me am still listening in 2025
@VedawatiAlbert-mi1tb
Meeee❤
@mamipachuau72
🙋🏻♀️
@souadkhina1200
Me!
This masterpiece reminds me of my beloved one .
Time has gone but he never has .
@92Grego
2024: I'm here, again
@Unknown-hz8in
Me here🙈
@cynthiavasquez5068
Q1webyn66un
@analuciaalvesbatista5400
Me too 😍😍😍
Celine is the best version ❤❤❤🔥