Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)
Celine Dion
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I would walk to the edge of the universe for you Paint you a crimson sunset over sheltering skies I could learn all the world dialects for you Whisper sonnets in your ear discovering truth I could never worship pagan gods around me I will only follow the path that leads me To you, baby, always Every step I take for you I will always defend, never pretend That every breath I take for love I could never be wrong The journey is long With miles to go before I sleep Niles to go before I sleep I would carry the rock of Gibraltar just for you Lifted like a pebble from the beach to the skies I could build you a bridge that spans the ocean wide But the greatest gift I give you would be to stand by your side Some can criticize and sit in judgment of us But they can't take away the love that lives inside us always Every step I take for you I will always defend, never pretend That every breath I take for love I could never be wrong The journey is long With miles to go before I sleep Niles to go before I sleep I won't run from the changing signs along The highway Let the rivers flow to the highest ground Created
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Written by: Corey Hart
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9 facts about this song
Release Date & Album Information"Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)" was released as a single in Canada by Celine Dion in 1998. It is also part of her sixth English-language studio album, "Let's Talk About Love".
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Album Success"Let's Talk About Love" was enormously successful internationally, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries and eventually selling more than 31 million copies globally.
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Songwriting CreditsThis song was written by prolific songwriter Will Jennings who collaborated with the song production trio known by their stage name “Triplets”. The Triplets are all Canadian and consist of Corey Hart, Julie Masse, and Erik Benzi.
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Song ContentAn inspiring song about persevering through difficult times, "Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)" underscores the theme of resilience and determination. Inspired by a line in Robert Frost's poem, “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”, the title suggests a long journey that is far from over.
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Music VideoA promotional music video was made for the song. It features Dion performing and includes scenes of children and young people working hard to achieve their dreams in various fields, reinforcing the song's message.
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Audience ReceptionDespite not achieving the global recognition some of Dion's other songs garnered, "Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)" was well-received by critics and fans, particularly for its uplifting message and Dion's passionate vocal performance.
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Live PerformancesCeline Dion performed the song during her "Let's Talk About Love World Tour". This demonstrates the importance of the song in her repertoire at that time.
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HonoursThe album "Let's Talk About Love" which includes "Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)" won a Juno Award for Album of the Year in 1999, which is one of the highest recognitions in Canadian music.
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Soundtrack Appearance"Miles to Go (Before I Sleep)" was also included on the soundtrack for the Canadian film "Regeneration/Behind the Lines", underlining the song's cultural influence and enduring popularity.
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