Bee Gees – How Deep Is Your Love
About the song
One of the most iconic songs of the 1970s, How Deep Is Your Love by the Bee Gees, is a timeless classic that has been covered by many artists and featured in several movies. In this blog post, we will explore the history and meaning of this song, as well as some of the interesting facts behind its creation and reception.
How Deep Is Your Love was written by Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb, the three brothers who formed the Bee Gees, in 1977. They originally intended it for Yvonne Elliman, a singer who had worked with them on the soundtrack of Saturday Night Fever. However, they changed their mind and decided to keep it for themselves, as they felt it was too good to give away.
The song was recorded in Criteria Studios in Miami, Florida, with the help of producer Albhy Galuten and engineer Karl Richardson. The recording process was smooth and fast, as the Bee Gees had already rehearsed the song extensively before entering the studio. The only challenge was to find the right key for Barry Gibb’s falsetto vocals, which he had developed as a signature style in their previous hits.
The song was released as the first single from the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack album in October 1977. It was an instant success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in December and staying there for three weeks. It also topped the charts in several other countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It became one of the best-selling singles of all time, with over 16 million copies sold worldwide.
The song was praised by critics and fans alike for its catchy melody, romantic lyrics and smooth production. It was nominated for five Grammy Awards, winning one for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group. It also won a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song and an American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Single.
The song has been covered by many artists over the years, such as Take That, Luther Vandross, Michael Bublé and Kelly Clarkson. It has also been featured in several movies, such as Ready Player One, Bridget Jones’s Diary and The Other Guys. The song is widely considered to be one of the greatest love songs of all time, and a testament to the Bee Gees’ musical genius and versatility.
