Celine Dion has a unique ability to take a cover song and make it completely her own, as she did with I Drove All Night in 2003. Dion’s powerful voice, combined with high-energy pop-rock production, turns the song into an unforgettable hit.
Dion delivers a surge of emotion from start to finish. The opening beat brings a sense of urgency, and encapsulates the song’s theme of an unstoppable desire to be with the one you love. Her voice is commanding, and the lyrics all feel deeply personal.
Céline Dion – I Drove All Night (Official Video)
Written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly, recorded in 1987 by Roy Orbinson, then brought to the mainstream by Cyndi Lauper in 1989, this song has a tradition of being handed down. Lauper brought a dreamy feel, but Dion aimed for something far more deeply cinematic.
In terms of the lyrics, I Drove All Night speaks of reckless love, where one will drive through the night just to be with someone they love beyond reasonability. Dion amplifies this intensity, and makes the feeling appear intensely personal and heart-rendering. Dion was known for these cinematic songs, making her the perfect candidate for My Heart Will Go On.
Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On (Lyrics)
The music video is stunning, making I Drove All Night hit even harder. The song was a big success, and topped the dance charts. To this day, the song is a standout, still included in her live performances.
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