I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)

Stevie Wonder

About I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)

"I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" is a soul song co-written and performed by American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder and Yvonne Wright, for Wonder's fifteenth studio album Talking Book (1972). The song is featured in the 2000 comedy-drama High Fidelity starring John Cusack and Jack Black, and is included on its soundtrack.


Year:
1999
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Shattered dreams, worthless years
Here am I encased inside a hollow shell
Life began, then was done
Now I stare into a cold and empty well

The many sounds that meet our ears
The sights our eyes behold
Will open up our merging hearts
And feed our empty souls

I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever
I believe when I fall in love this time it will be forever

Without despair we will share
And the joys of caring will not be replaced
What has been must never end
And with the strength we have won't be erased
When the truths of love are planted firm
They won't be hard to find
And the words of love I speak to you
Will echo in my mind

I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever
I believe when I fall in love this time it will be forever

I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever
I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever

I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever
I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever

God surely answered my prayer
God surely answered by prayer
You know God surely answered my prayer
You know God surely answered my prayer
God always will answer your prayers
Believe in one who will answer my prayer
Thank you God (I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever)

Come on, let's fall in love
You're the woman I've been waiting for
Come on, let's fall in love
You're the girl that I really adore
Come on, let's fall in love (don't you wanna, don't you wanna, don't you wanna fall in love with me)
Come on baby, let's fall in love
Come on let's fall in love

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Stevie Wonder

Stevland Hardaway Morris (born May 13, 1950 as Stevland Hardaway Judkins), known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative musical figures of the late 20th century. Blind since shortly after birth, Wonder signed with Motown's Tamla label at the age of eleven, and continues to perform and record for Motown to this day. more »

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Written by: STEVIE WONDER, YVONNE WRIGHT

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11 facts about this song

Release Information
"I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" is a hit song by the widely acclaimed musician Stevie Wonder. It is a part of his fifteenth studio album, "Talking Book," released in 1972.
Co-creation
While Stevie Wonder is perhaps most recognized for the song, it was actually co-written with Yvonne Wright, who collaborated on several other compositions with Wonder.
Genre and Signature Style
The song features an eclectic blend of genres, including pop and R&B. It showcases Wonder's signature style of combining soulful lyrics with high-energy music.
Movie Participation
The song gained extra recognition when it was featured in several films, notably the 2003 romantic comedy-drama movie, "High Fidelity", and the 2004 romantic film "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason".
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists over the years, including famous names such as Art Garfunkel, Josh Groban, Michael McDonald and George Michael confirming its enduring popularity.
Critical Acclaim
The track has been praised for its uplifting lyrics and Wonder's emotive performance, with many critics considering it one of his best songs.
Use in Commercials
This song has also been used in several advertisements, marking its cultural significance and widespread appeal.
Musical Arrangement
Characterised by powerful vocals and stirring harmonies, "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" also features an orchestral arrangement that adds depth and drama to the number.
Notable Lyrics
The Hopeful and optimistic lyrics that express the belief in the enduring power of love is one of the key highlights of this song.
Lengthy Outro
Unlike typical radio-friendly songs of its era, "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" features a lengthy outro. This allows for the building of substantial emotional resonance, a key characteristic of Stevie Wonder's style.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity and critical acclaim, the song did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, possibly due its lengthy outro making it less suitable for radio play.

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