About The Song
“You’re the Inspiration” is a ballad by the American rock band Chicago. Released in 1984, the song became one of Chicago’s biggest hits and is known for its romantic lyrics and melodic arrangement.
Here are some key details about “You’re the Inspiration”:
Title: You’re the Inspiration
Artist: Chicago
Release Date: September 1984
Album: Chicago 17
Genre: Soft rock, Adult Contemporary
Background: “You’re the Inspiration” was written by Peter Cetera, the band’s bassist and lead vocalist at the time. The song is a love ballad that expresses deep affection and admiration for a romantic partner. With its heartfelt lyrics and Cetera’s emotive vocals, the song became a wedding and love song classic.
Musical Style: The song features a soft rock and adult contemporary sound, characterized by its smooth melody and polished production. The use of keyboards and Cetera’s signature tenor vocals contribute to the song’s romantic and sentimental atmosphere.
Commercial Success: “You’re the Inspiration” was a commercial success for Chicago, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also performed well internationally, solidifying Chicago’s reputation for producing chart-topping ballads.
Legacy: The song has endured as one of Chicago’s most beloved and enduring hits. Its timeless quality has led to its inclusion in various compilations and retrospectives of 1980s music. “You’re the Inspiration” remains a popular choice for romantic occasions and continues to be appreciated by fans of soft rock and adult contemporary music.
Chicago 17: The song is part of the band’s album “Chicago 17,” which was released in 1984. The album marked a successful period for Chicago and produced several hit singles, including “Hard Habit to Break” and “Stay the Night.”
“You’re the Inspiration” showcases Chicago’s ability to create emotionally resonant ballads and contributed to their legacy as one of the prominent bands in the soft rock and adult contemporary genres. The song’s enduring popularity has made it a staple in the band’s live performances and a classic in the realm of love songs.
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“You’re The Inspiration”
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
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
And I know, yes I know that it’s plain to see
So in love when we’re together
Now I know that I need 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
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
Wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin’
No one needs you more than I need you
You’re the meaning in my life
You’re the inspiration
You bring feeling to my life
You’re the inspiration
When you love somebody ’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
I need you