About the song
“I Will Always Love You” is a timeless ballad performed by the iconic Linda Ronstadt. This emotional song was written and originally recorded by Dolly Parton in 1973. Ronstadt included her rendition of the song on her album “Heart Like a Wheel,” released in 1974.
Although Linda Ronstadt’s version of “I Will Always Love You” did not receive significant chart success, it became one of her signature songs and a fan favorite. Ronstadt’s emotive vocals and heartfelt delivery added a new dimension to the song, resonating deeply with listeners.
The song’s popularity surged in 1992 when Whitney Houston recorded a cover version for the soundtrack of the film “The Bodyguard.” Houston’s rendition topped charts worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. Despite this, Ronstadt’s interpretation remains beloved by her fans for its sincerity and emotional depth.
“I Will Always Love You” is a poignant declaration of enduring love and the bittersweetness of parting ways. Ronstadt’s interpretation captures the essence of the song’s message, making it a timeless classic in her repertoire.
As we listen to “I Will Always Love You” by Linda Ronstadt, we’re reminded of the power of music to evoke deep emotions and resonate with our own experiences of love and loss. Ronstadt’s heartfelt rendition continues to touch the hearts of listeners, ensuring the song’s enduring legacy for generations to come.
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Lyrics
If I should stay
Well, I would only be in your way
And so I’ll go, but yet I know
That I’ll think of you each step of my way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bitter-sweet memories
That’s all I have, and all I’m taking with me
Good-bye, oh, please don’t cry
Cause we both know that I’m not
What you need
I will always love you
I will always love you
And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
Oh, I do wish you joy
And I wish you happiness
But above all this
I wish you love
I love you, I will always love
I, I will always, always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you