Introduction
“Take My Breath Away” is a power ballad written by Giorgio Moroder and Tom Whitlock for the 1986 film Top Gun. It was performed by American new wave band Berlin and released as the film’s lead single in June 1986. The song became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song.
Background and Inspiration
The song was originally written for the film Beverly Hills Cop, but it was ultimately rejected by the filmmakers. Moroder and Whitlock then submitted the song to the producers of Top Gun, who were immediately drawn to its soaring melody and powerful lyrics.
Recording and Release
Berlin recorded the song in 1985 at AIR Studios in London. The song was produced by Giorgio Moroder and Neil Diamond. The song’s iconic saxophone solo was played by Michael Brecker.
Impact and Legacy
“Take My Breath Away” was a major hit for Berlin and helped to solidify their reputation as one of the most popular bands of the 1980s. The song was also a critical success, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song. The song has since been covered by many artists, including Celine Dion, Bonnie Tyler, and Kelly Clarkson. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including The Karate Kid and Miami Vice.
Did you know?
- The song was originally written for a different singer, but the filmmakers ultimately decided that Berlin’s vocals were a better fit for the song.
- The song’s iconic music video features scenes from the film Top Gun, including the climactic dogfight scene.
- The song was used in a popular commercial for Levi’s jeans in the 1980s.
- The song is considered one of the greatest power ballads of all time.
- In 2004, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Conclusion
“Take My Breath Away” is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. It is a beautiful and moving song about the power of love and the importance of chasing your dreams. Berlin’s version of the song is definitive, and it is a joy to listen to. If you are looking for a song that will make you feel all the feels, then “Take My Breath Away” is the perfect song for you.
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Lyrics: Take My Breath Away
Watching every motion
In my foolish lover’s game
On this endless ocean
Finally lovers know no shameTurning and returning
To some secret place inside
Watching in slow motion
As you turn around and sayTake my breath away
Take my breath awayWatching I keep waiting
Still anticipating love
Never hesitating
To become the fated ones
Turning and returningTo some secret place to find
Watching in slow motion
As you turn to me and say
My loveTake my breath away
Through the hourglass I saw you
In time you slipped away
When the mirror crashed I called you
And turned to hear you say
If only for today
I am unafraidTake my breath away
Take my breath awayWatching every motion
In this foolish lover’s game
Haunted by the notion
Somewhere there’s a love in flamesTurning and returning
To some secret place inside
Watching in slow motion
As you turn my way and sayTake my breath away
My love
Take my breath away
My love
Take my breath away
My love
Take my breath away
My love
