The song became a hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100, Hot Black Singles and adult contemporary charts in 1986. It was originally recorded in 1977 by George Benson, who made the song a substantial hit, peaking at number two on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart that year, the first R&B chart top-ten hit for Arista Records. Then Masser had George Benson perform the song for the soundtrack. The original recording by Benson was released in 1977 in the United States, Japan, France, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, Italy, Brazil, Netherlands, the United Kingdom and Thailand, on an extended play (EP). You own a Whitney Houston CD? 1 by Ludwig van Beethoven Paperback $13.92. [27] To raise money for refugees from Afghanistan under the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees,[27] this concert called "Pavarotti & Friends for Afghanistan"[27] featured guest artists, one of them being his friend George Benson. "[9] Masser also told the Los Angeles Times that the song had another personal meaning for him to give up a legal career to pursue his interest in music, adding, "People thought I was crazy. Whitney is simply never gonna be forgotten such a pitcher…love her. According to Maclean's, Lightfoot commented, "It really rubbed me the wrong way. Did you know that, Christie? There will never be another voice like whitney. "The Greatest Love of All" is a song written by Michael Masser, who composed the music, and Linda Creed, who wrote the lyrics. Originally, Clive Davis didn’t want Whitney to record the song for the album, but eventually gave in after being persuaded by Michael Masser and Whitney. I found the greatest love of all inside of me. [36] The song ranked No. It remains her third biggest US hit, after "I Will Always Love You" and "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)". [27], The song was further popularized by American singer Whitney Houston under the title "Greatest Love of All," without the "The". "Whitney Houston – Pop's New Queen". In the video, she is a successful singer who is about to perform in front of an audience. She reminisces about the time when she was a child performing in a talent competition and receiving encouragement from her mother. Thanks to Jayteear, Specific, James, Barbara Nuffer for correcting these lyrics. [43] Ultimately the case was settled out of court and Masser issued a public apology. The song was originally in 1977 by George Benson for the Muhammad Ali biopic “The Greatest.”. It was originally recorded in 1977 by George Benson, who made the song a substantial hit, peaking at number two on the US Hot Soul Singles chart that year, the first R&B chart top-ten hit for Arista Records. Masser also told the Los Angeles Times his special feelings about Ali: Here was a man who wanted to change his name and religion. It was certified Gold in the U.S. and Canada & certified Silver in the U.K. “Greatest Love of All” won the American Music Award for “Favorite Soul/R&B Video.” It was also nominated for a Grammy Award for “Record of the Year” and a Soul Train Music Award for “Single of the Year.”. "[42] Lightfoot has stated that he dropped the suit when he felt it was having a negative effect on Whitney Houston, as the suit was about Masser and not her. Greatest Love Of All (Official Lyric Video) The Far Side Of The Hill (with Liesbeth List)/Greatest Love Of All (Dutch TV 1985) Greatest Love Of All/Love Will Find A Way/Nobody Loves Me Like You Do (The Summit – Houston, TX – 1985) Greatest Love Of All (Statue of Liberty 1986) Stephen Holden of The New York Times wrote that "Houston sings it with a forceful directness that gives its message of self-worth an astounding resonance and conviction" and called the song a compelling assertion of spiritual devotion, black pride, and family loyalty, all at once. Only because I had heard Whitney singing 'The Greatest Love of All'. The song also topped the charts in Australia and Canada. The song was written and recorded to be the main theme of the 1977 film The Greatest, a biopic of the boxer Muhammad Ali, and is performed during the opening credits. Show them all … The song, eventually released as a single in its own right, on March 18, 1986, was the seventh release from Houston's debut album, and spent three weeks at No. The song became a major hit, topping the charts in Australia, Canada and the US, while reaching the top 20 in most countries, including Italy, Sweden and the UK. The song was recorded in December 1984 for her 1985 self-titled debut studio album. [31], Her live performance in 1990 in the 15th anniversary of Arista Records concert in Radio City Music Hall was included in the 25th anniversary deluxe edition of Whitney Houston and the 2014 CD/DVD release, Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performances. Key and BPM for Greatest Love of All by Whitney Houston. [5] Since 1977, a great number of artists have recorded this song, including Shirley Bassey, Oleta Adams, Alexandra Burke, Deborah Cox, Ferrante & Teicher and Kevin Rowland.[6][7]. That's all. For the Singaporean TV series, see, One of A-side track labels of the U.S. vinyl release. It was originally recorded in 1977 by George Benson, who made the song a substantial hit, peaking at number two on the US Hot Soul Singles chart that year, the first R&B chart top-ten hit for Arista Records. With Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston. I had to starve. Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all. Directed by Peter Israelson. The Greatest Love Of All chords. Pg A18. The song also reached number one on both component charts, the Hot 100 Singles Sales and the Hot 100 Airplay, her second consecutive release to do so, and stayed for 14 weeks inside the top 40. Watch the video for The Greatest Love of All from George Benson's The George Benson Collection for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. This item: The 50 Greatest Love Letters of All Time by David Lowenherz Hardcover $22.86. Had no money. [11] and The Very Best of George Benson: The Greatest Hits of All,[12]. [44], This article is about the popular song. NY Times. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. In other charts, the single was between positions number 22 and number 29 in the U.S., number 27 in the UK, and number 25 and 42 in Canada. [1] Eight years after Benson's original recording, the song became even more well known for a version by Whitney Houston, whose 1985 cover (with the slightly amended title "Greatest Love of All") eventually topped the charts, peaking at number one in the United States, Australia, Canada and on the US R&B chart in early 1986. [36] Houston's version reached number one on the Hot 100 chart for three weeks in 1986. Upon his return from Jerusalem, he contracted with lyricist Creed to work on the song and wrote it right from the heart. The greatest love of all Is easy to achieve Learning to love yourself Is the greatest love of all. "The Greatest Love of All" is a song written by Michael Masser and Linda Creed and originally recorded by George Benson for the 1977 Muhammad Ali biopic The Greatest. More than one? "[9], Houston's music video was filmed at Harlem's Apollo Theater in New York City. The single was the fourth hit (and third number 1) from her debut album. Stanzas 1, It’s an important message, crucial really. [2] He officially recorded the song four times; in addition to the studio single, Benson also recorded three live versions,[3][4] the last time in a duet with Luciano Pavarotti in 2001. Browse our 28 arrangements of "The Greatest Love of All." Patrick: …It’s hard to choose a favorite among so many great tracks, but “The Greatest Love of All” is one of the best, most powerful songs ever written about self-preservation, dignity. inside of me. In Stock. Its universal message crosses all boundaries and instills one with the hope that it’s not too late to better ourselves. Eight years … (A live version by Benson appears on 1978's Weekend in L.A.) The song was later popularized by Whitney Houston. Since, Elizabeth, it’s impossible in this world we live in to empathize with others, we can always empathize with ourselves. [39][40][41], In April 1987, Gordon Lightfoot filed a lawsuit against Michael Masser, alleging that Masser's song "The Greatest Love of All" stole twenty-four bars from Lightfoot's 1970 hit "If You Could Read My Mind." [34] Don Shewey of Rolling Stone wrote that as the song builds, Houston "slowly pours on the soul, slips in some churchy phrasing, holds notes a little longer and shows off her glorious voice. Because the greatest love of all Is happening to me I found the greatest love of all inside of me The greatest love of all Is easy to achieve Learning to love yourself, It is the greatest love of all And if by chance that special place That you've been dreaming of Leads you to a lonely place Find your strength in love. For instance we see many verses that tell of his awesome ” general” love. I don't want the present-day generation to think that I stole my song from him. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in May of that year. The song's music was composed by Michael Masser, and its lyrics were written by Linda Creed, in 1976 for The Greatest, a film based on the life of former heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali. [8] According to the Los Angeles Times, after he had been asked to write the song for the movie, Masser felt drawn to Jerusalem, even though he was not a religious man, "to get the feelings—not just my own." The greatest love of all Is easy to achieve, learning to love yourself It is the greatest love of all I believe the children are our future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they posses inside Give them a sense of pride To make it easier Let … (A live version by Benson appears on 1978's Weekend in L.A.). Facts about “Greatest Love of All” Though the song, “Greatest Love of All”, was first released by George Benson in 1977, it was made popular by Houston when she released her cover in 1986. The video features Houston's mother Cissy Houston playing herself, supporting a young Whitney, as well as hugging present Whitney at the end of the video. [29] All three songs, in order of their former popularity, re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart, after Houston's death in 2012, debuting the same week at numbers 7, 35 and 41, respectively, giving Houston three posthumous chart hits. Her vocal range is second to none of her era, before the drugs for the better of her. It was released as the B-side to the single "You Give Good Love," a previous Top 5 hit by Houston. May she rest wherever she’s at, “Greatest Love of All” was written by Michael Masser & the late Linda Creed, who wrote the song during her struggle with breast cancer. The Greatest Love Of All Chords by George Benson learn how to play chords diagrams. "[35], Benson's 1977 version was an R&B hit, reaching number 2 on the R&B chart. Other people come into and go out of your life and even those you have the strongest bonds with can always die suddenly. referencing Greatest Love Of All, 12", ARIST 12658 Great 12 inch - however I have noticed the sound drops a bit on ‘Thinking about you’, which could … I believe the children are our future, teach them well and let them lead the way. Because the greatest love of all. George Benson. Love Letters Of Great Men - Vol. is easy to achieve. "The Greatest Love of All" is a song written by Michael Masser, who composed the music, and Linda Creed, who wrote the lyrics. Ships from and sold by Incofan. Only 1 left in stock - order soon. He didn't give up what he believed even though he lost his title. Top 20 Greatest Romance Movies of All Time (The Ultimate List) ... To me, accuracy when making a Top 10/Top 100 all time list is extremely important. Sheet music is available for Piano, Voice, Guitar and 14 others with 15 scorings and 5 notations in 16 genres. This complete concert "Pavarotti & Friends for Afghanistan" raised $3.3 million for its cause,[28] and was recorded and released in CD in 2001. I found the greatest love of all. On other Billboard charts, Houston also performed well, reaching number three on the R&B chart. He said, "The record came out and the song became an underground theme for black people. All The saints (the people of God) know the love of Christ in a general way. it is the greatest love of all. My book explores love in all its facets: romantic, platonic, hetero- and homosexual, unrequited, and so much more. I chose her. And if, by chance, that special place That you've been dreaming of Leads you to a lonely place Find your strength in love. Elizabeth [laughing]: You actually listen to Whitney Houston? [30], Clive Davis, founder of Houston's label Arista Records, was initially against Houston recording the song for her debut studio album, Whitney Houston, but he eventually gave in after persuasion from Houston and Masser. Get DJ recommendations for harmonic mixing. Ali hadn't believed in the war in Vietnam and had refused to fight in it. Also see Camelot, duration, release date, label, popularity, energy, danceability, and happiness. He won that battle through the legal system. Houston's music video was filmed at Harlem's Apollo Theater in New York City. The greatest love of all is easy to achieve. In February 2020, the music video was upscaled to 4K. 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