[Athena E.]

Sunday Classics 14.09.2025​

Hey members!

This week’s Sunday Classic is the ultimate slow-burn ballad—Whitney Houston’s soaring rendition of 'I Will Always Love You.' Originally written and recorded by Dolly Parton in 1973, the song found a whole new life (and octave!) when Whitney reimagined it for the 1992 film The Bodyguard. Her version opens with that haunting a cappella intro and gradually builds into a showstopping vocal performance that cemented her as one of the greatest voices of all time.

Fun fact: Whitney's take became one of the best-selling singles ever, topping charts in over 20 countries and holding the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-breaking 14 weeks. It's more than just a love song—it's a farewell, a promise, and a vocal masterclass all wrapped into one.

So go on—give it a listen, belt it out (we won't judge), and let us know which classic we should spotlight next! Share your favourite songs in the comments!

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Lyrics:

[Verse 1]
If I should stay
I would only be in your way
So I'll go, but I know
I'll think of you every step of the way

[Chorus]
And I
Will always love you
I will always love you

[Post-Chorus]
You
My darling, you
Mm, mm

[Verse 2]
Bittersweet memories
That is all I'm taking with me
So goodbye, please, don't cry
We both know I'm not what you, you need

[Chorus]
And I
Will always love you
I will always love you
You

[Saxophone Solo]

[Verse 3]
I hope life treats you kind
And I hope you have all you've dreamed of
And I wish to you joy and happiness
But above all this, I wish you love

[Chorus]
And I
Will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you, I
I will always love you, you

[Outro]
Darling, I love you
Ooh, I'll always
I'll always love you

 

[UruauP]

Thank you so much for sharing. Historical and memorial.