Céline Dion, The Power of Love | COVERS

In the third edition of COVERS (2026), Céline Dion delivers a compelling rendition of “The Power of Love,” originally performed by Jennifer Rush.

Ah, it’s time to get cozy and cover up! In COVERS, we highlight a musician or band covering songs by another musician (likely a popular musician). COVERS focuses solely on the musician who covers.  It is open to established and lesser-known musicians. In the third edition of COVERS (2026), Céline Dion delivers a compelling rendition of “The Power of Love”, originally performed by Jennifer Rush.

Aww, you know what it is? “The Power of Love”! Céline Dion (b. 1968) struck gold with this high-flying, powerful love ballad.  Although it sounds original in her hands, “The Power of Love” was originally performed by Jennifer Rush (b. 1960) in 1984. Dion’s cover arrived in 1993, nine years later.  It is the opener from her album, The Colour Of My Love, released the same year. Jennifer Rush penned this beloved ballad with Gunther Mende, Candy DeRouge, and Mary Susan Applegate. Producer extraordinaire David Foster (b. 1949) produced Dion’s ultra-successful rendition. How successful is ultra-successful? Well, “The Power of Love” spent four weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.  It was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. Furthermore, it was nominated for the Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

Oh, the amour! And so begins “The Power of Love,” abruptly, with cool, calm, collected, and sophisticated vocals by Céline Dion. Dion is supported by gorgeous production. I love the colorful keys and rhythmic programming.  After wowing with the first verse, she delivers the crème de la crème, the chorus.  Initially, we only hear the main chorus (it expands later).

“‘Cause I’m your lady

And you are my man

Whenever you reach for me

I’ll do all that I can.”

During the first chorus, Céline Dion digs in more, showing off the pureness of her prodigious instrument. Her tone is angelic.  Also upping the ante during the chorus are bombastic, hard-hitting drums.  During the second verse, Dion brings it back down, supported with a fuller accompaniment.  As the second verse progresses, she lets loose more, leading into that inescapable powerhouse chorus, which expands, including the second chorus (post-chorus):

“We’re heading for something

Somewhere I’ve never been

Sometimes I am frightened

But I’m ready to learn

Of the power of love.”

Following the power showcased during the chorus, the bridge continues the excellence of the song, where “The sound of your heart beating / Made it clear suddenly / The feeling that I can’t go on / Is light years away.” Ooh-wee! The end of the bridge leads into another high-flying chorus. During the third iteration of the chorus, there are selective harmonized background vocals, providing contrast and elevating “The Power of Love” to even higher heights. The extended post-chorus that follows is powerful, too.  All told, Céline Dion put her foot into “The Power of Love”. This is one of the best covers that feels like it should be an original! Epic vocals, dedicated, love-driven songwriting, tuneful melodies, and superb production make this record truly unforgettable. This one is timeless!

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Céline Dion » The Colour Of My Love » Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc. » 1993

Céline Dion, The Power of Love: Covers No. 3 (2026) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc.; Alan Cordero, Flávia Vicentini from Pexels; Gordon Johnson, OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]

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