Celine Dion's ballad 'It's All Coming Back to Me Now' turns 30: Happy anniversary to a timeless classic
Mumbai, Aug 1
As her iconic ballad 'It's All Coming Back to Me Now' turned 30, award-winning singer Celine Dion marked the anniversary of the Jim Steinman-penned song and paid tribute to the timeless classic.
The official Instagram handle of Dion posted a glimpse of the making of the 1996 number, which was once hailed by Andrew Lloyd Webber as "the greatest love song ever written."
The caption read: "Turning 30 on the 30th...Released on this day in 1996, Andrew Lloyd Webber once described Celine's Jim Steinman penned ballad, 'It's All Coming Back To Me Now' as THE greatest love song ever written.'"
"Happy anniversary to a timeless classic that continues to move generations of fans around the world."
According to Steinman, the song was inspired by Wuthering Heights and was intended as "the most passionate, romantic song" he could create. Meat Loaf, who had collaborated with Steinman on many of his hit songs, had wanted to record the track for years, but Steinman refused, saying he viewed it as a "woman's song".
Steinman won a court case that prevented Meat Loaf from recording it, Girl group Pandora's Box recorded the first released version, and the song later became widely known through a cover by Celine Dion.
Celine Dion had recorded the number for her album Falling into You, and her version became a commercial hit, reaching number one on the Canadian Singles Chart, It won two on the US Billboard Hot 100, and number three on the UK Singles Chart in late 1996.
Celine Dion, who is tagged as the "Queen of Power Ballads", is known for her powerful, technically skilled vocals and commercially successful works, which have had a significant impact on popular music.
Apart from her many award-winning numbers, Dion's track My Heart Will Go On for the 1997 blockbuster Titanic became one of the best-selling singles and is even hummed today in 2026.
— IANS
Reader Comments
My mother used to play this song while cooking dinner on Sunday evenings. Now I find myself humming it while doing chores 😄 Some songs just become part of your family's soul. The power in her voice is unmatched - they don't make music like this anymore.
Interesting trivia about Meat Loaf wanting to record it and Steinman refusing! The song really has a history. While I appreciate the ballad, I do feel the modern generation might find it a bit over-the-top. But you can't deny Celine's incredible vocal range - she truly is the queen of power ballads.
This song was the soundtrack of my college days in Mumbai! The music video was so dramatic and beautiful. Even now, when I hear those opening notes, I'm transported back to simpler times. Celine Dion's music has this magical way of connecting generations. Happy 30 years! 🎉
Though I grew up in the 2000s in Bengaluru, this song was always playing at family gatherings and weddings. It's amazing how Western pop music became such a big part of Indian culture. There's no denying the emotional depth of Steinman's lyrics combined with Celine's powerful delivery.
Being a classical singer trained in Carnatic music, I've always appreciated the technical brilliance in Celine's voice. The way she controls those powerful notes while maintaining emotional restraint is exceptional. This song, along with 'My Heart Will Go On', will remain timeless treasures in the world of music.
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