You're the inspiration

You're the inspiration — Chicago

This timeless power ballad by Chicago showcases heartfelt lyrics and lush instrumentation, celebrating love's transformative power. Written by Peter Cetera and David Foster, it stands as a signature '80s romantic anthem with universal appeal.

General description

A classic track by Chicago which masterfully combines rich harmonies, smooth orchestration, and an emotional vocal performance. Released in 1984, it became a hallmark of '80s ballads, praised for its timeless lyrics about love and its meticulous production by David Foster.

Technical details

Vocal span:
A3 — B4 (14 semitones)
Notes: perfect song choice for female singers. Some male singers will struggle to carry the tune in the original octave — sing an octave lower, to begin with, and then build from there.

Lyrics

Verse 1
You know our love was meant to be
The kind of love that lasts forever
And I want you here with me
From tonight until the end of time
You should know, everywhere I go
Always on my mind, in my heart
In my soul, baby

Chorus
You're the meaning in my life
You're the inspiration
You bring feeling to my life
You're the inspiration
Wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
"No one needs you more than I need you"

Verse 2
And I know, yes, I know that it's plain to see
So in love when we're together
Now I know (Now I know)
That I need you here with me
From tonight until the end of time
You should know (Yes, you need to know)
Everywhere I go
You're always on my mind, you're in my heart
In my soul

Bridge
Wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
"No one needs you more than I need you"
(No one needs you more)

Chorus
You're the meaning in my life (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
You're the inspiration (Oh)
You bring feeling to my life (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
You're the inspiration

Outro
When you love somebody (Oh) 'til the end of time
When you love somebody
Always on my mind
No one needs you more than I
When you love somebody 'til the end of time
When you love somebody
Always on my mind

Producer: David Foster
Writers: Peter Cetera, David Foster

Original track

Karaoke

Acoustic pop

Classical Crossover

Christian Pop

Acoustic (guitar)

Acoustic (piano)

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