Description
Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” was a massive hit that helped to propel James Cameron’s Titanic to the top of the box office charts. A simple love song that mimics Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” in both cadence and structure, Dion’s mega-hit features vague lyrics, soaring vocals, and a half-assed music video.
The video itself is mostly clips from the film, with Celine Dion posing against some poorly lit backdrops. Clay and Wes discuss this relic of the ’90s and try to determine if it still holds up today, the influence of Titanic, and the Disney-esque nature of Dion’s vocal performance.
Also discussed: how to listen to an entire Dion album, songs triggering your memory, and low effort content!
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