It was a radical change in image and style for Madonna, who had received some negative critical and commercial feedback over the prior two years due to the release of her book ”Sex”, the studio album ”Erotica” and the film ”Body of Evidence”.
Warner Bros. had Madonna sing the song after noting most of her previous soundtrack singles had achieved commercial success. It utilizes a synthesized keyboard arrangement to bring about a continuously reverberating heartbeat sound. Madonna’s voice is supported by backing vocals.
“I’ll Remember” did not appear on any Madonna album but was included in the ballads collection ”Something to Remember”. Regarding her feelings for the song, Madonna commented:
Madonna commented on the song:
”I think most of the time when my records come out, people are so much distracted by so much fanfare and controversy that nobody pays attention to the music. […] I can’t tell you how painful the idea of singing ‘Like a Virgin’ or ‘Material Girl’ is to me now. I didn’t write either of those songs and wasn’t digging very deep then. I also feel more connected emotionally to the music I’m writing now, so it’s more of a pleasure to do it.”
This statement is supported by the ”Something to Remember” liner notes:
”So much controversy has swirled around my career this past decade that very little attention ever gets paid to my music. The songs are all but forgotten. While I have no regrets regarding the choices I’ve made artistically, I’ve learned to appreciate the idea of doing things in a simpler way. So without a lot of fanfare, without any distractions, I present to you this collection of ballads. Some are old, some are new. All of them are from my heart.”
I'll Remember
Madonna Lyrics
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Say goodbye
Not knowing when
The truth in my whole life began
Say goodbye
Not knowing how to cry
You taught me that
The strength that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you saved me
I'll remember
Inside I was a child
That could not mend a broken wing
Outside I looked for a way
To teach my heart to sing
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember
I learned
To let go
Of the illusion
That we can possess
I learned to let go
I travel in stillness
And I'll remember happiness
I'll remember, hmm
I'll remember, hmm
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember (I'll rememeber)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
Remember
Madonna's song "I'll Remember" is a tribute to a past lover for teaching her valuable life lessons. The singer recalls how the person helped her develop her strength, taught her how to let go and move on, and encouraged her to find happiness in life. Madonna reflects on the past and acknowledges the role of the person in shaping her into the woman she is today, saying goodbye to the pain and regret and welcoming new beginnings. The recurrent line "I'll remember" highlights the importance of the memories and the impact they have had on the singer's present.
The lyrics delve into the concept of personal growth and strength, emphasizing the importance of resilience when facing difficult situations. The lines "Inside I was a child/ That could not mend a broken wing/ Outside I looked for a way/ To teach my heart to sing" depict the pain and struggle the singer went through, searching for a way to heal the scars of the past. Madonna goes on to say that now she has learned to let go of the illusion that we can possess and that traveling in stillness has taught her how to find happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Say goodbye
Not knowing when
The truth in my whole life began
Say goodbye
Not knowing how to cry
You taught me that
The singer is saying goodbye without knowing when their true understanding of life began or how to deal with emotions. They credit the person they're saying goodbye to for teaching them how to cry.
And I'll remember
The strength that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you saved me
I'll remember
The singer will remember the inner strength the person they're saying goodbye to gave them, which helps them stand on their own. They remember how this person helped them when they were in need.
Inside I was a child
That could not mend a broken wing
Outside I looked for a way
To teach my heart to sing
The singer felt like a child on the inside who couldn't fix their emotional issues, while on the outside they were looking for something to help them be happy.
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember
The artist will remember the love that was given to them and how it helped them stand on their own. They will also remember how this person changed them.
I learned
To let go
Of the illusion
That we can possess
I learned to let go
I travel in stillness
And I'll remember happiness
I'll remember, hmm
The artist learned to accept that nothing can be fully possessed and how to let go. They also learned how to find peace within stillness and will remember the feeling of happiness.
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember (I'll rememeber)
The singer reiterates that they will remember the love and support they received from the person they're saying goodbye to. They also remember how this person changed them.
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
The singer is no longer afraid to cry and has found a reason to do so. They will continue to remember the person who helped them.
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
The artist reiterates that they are no longer scared to cry and have found a reason to do so. They will always remember the person who helped them.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PATRICK LEONARD, MADONNA CICCONE, RICHARD PAGE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alvesmarcela1
Lirycs / Letra
Hmm, hmm
Say goodbye
Not knowing when
The truth in my whole life began
Say goodbye
Not knowing how to cry
You taught me that
And I'll remember
The strength that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you saved me
I'll remember
Inside I was a child
That could not mend a broken wing
Outside I looked for a way
To teach my heart to sing
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember
I learned
To let go
Of the illusion
That we can possess
I learned to let go
I travel in stillness
And I'll remember happiness
I'll remember, hmm
I'll remember, hmm
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember (I'll rememeber)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
Remember
@DF-jz6ri
Hmm, hmm
Say goodbye
Not knowing when
The truth in my whole life began
Say goodbye
Not knowing how to cry
You taught me that
And I'll remember
The strength that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you saved me
I'll remember
Inside I was a child
That could not mend a broken wing
Outside I looked for a way
To teach my heart to sing
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember
I learned
To let go
Of the illusion
That we can possess
I learned to let go
I travel in stillness
And I'll remember happiness
I'll remember, hmm
I'll remember, hmm
And I'll remember
The love that you gave me
Now that I'm standing on my own
I'll remember
The way that you changed me
I'll remember (I'll rememeber)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
Now I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
I'll remember (I'll remember)
Now I'll never be afraid to cry
And I finally have a reason why
@alextoweh4068
We had a civil war in Liberia, West Africa, in 1990. I lost three of my brothers and my dad. This song kept me going, and it's one of my favorite songs of all times. Thanks for all your inspiration.
@djwalkerfemaledj
Sorry for your loss
@virginmaterial4175
Rip 🙏🏻
@paulhaney8326
Keep going 🙏🏻
@fatimamonteiro9878
I´m sorry for you loss Alex. Wishing you all the best.
@katr8711
I love you. You are strong! ♥️♾
@CPUMaster500
Absolute masterpiece!!!! ✌⚡
@AaronSparvier
This song really touches my heart I'll listen to this song for one day and Merry Christmas
@rodneyclarke9231
❤❤❤
@starlitmakeupchick
Another great Brendan Fraiser movie! Great soundtrack