Imagine being the fourteenth child in a tiny house where there is simply no room for a crib. This is the story of Celine Dion growing up in rural Canada. She was so poor that she actually slept in a kitchen cabinet drawer as a baby.
This Her family did not have money. But they had a house full of music and a mother who believed in miracles. When Celine was only twelve years old her mother helped her write a song. They sent a tape to a man named René. He was so moved by her voice that he risked his house to pay for her first record.
The young girl from the kitchen drawer grew up to have a voice that could fill an entire stadium. Despite the fame and fancy houses, life has not been easy for her.
I Am: Celine Dion (Official Trailer)
She is currently facing a very scary health battle that makes her body stiff and hard to move. It is a long way from the small town girl who just wanted to sing for her neighbors.
People who watch her journey today are often moved to tears by her strength. One viewer said that seeing her struggle makes them feel like they can get through their own hard days too. Another person mentioned that she is the last of the true legends who gives everything to her fans.
That same fire was what carried her through the most successful years of her life. Before the health struggles began she was a force of nature that no one could stop. She spent years on the road and in Las Vegas proving that a girl from a poor family could become a queen.
Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (Taking Chances World Tour)
After showing us her most vulnerable moments at home we should look back at her at the very top. It is important to remember the power she holds when she steps onto a stage with a microphone.
In this performance, her voice stays steady and strong even when she hits the highest notes in the world. She sings about a heart that will go on and you can tell she means every syllable of that promise.
Celine Dion has a way of making every person in the room feel like she is singing just for them. She shows us that you can start with nothing and still reach the stars if you have enough love and grit. Follow Celine Dion on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to stay updated on her inspiring journey.