A Moment Like This

Kelly Clarkson

About A Moment Like This

"A Moment Like This" is the debut single by American singer Kelly Clarkson. The song was written by Jörgen Elofsson and John Reid (from Nightcrawlers) and produced by Stephen Ferrera and Steve Mac. It was released as a double A-side with "Before Your Love" as her coronation single after winning the first season of American Idol. The song was later included on her debut studio album, Thankful (2003). "A Moment Like This" was a huge hit in North America, topping the US Billboard Hot 100 and Canadian Singles Chart. It eventually became the best-selling single of 2002 in the United States. In 2006, the song was recorded and released by British singer Leona Lewis, the winner of the third series of The X Factor. Her version was the Christmas number one for 2006, outselling the rest of the top 40 combined. Lewis' version has sold 914,000 copies as of 2015. 


Year:
2002
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What if I told you it was all meant to be?
Would you believe me? Would you agree?
It's almost that feeling we've met before
So tell me that you don't think I'm crazy
When I tell you love has come here and now
A moment like this

Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Some people search forever for that one special kiss
Oh, I can't believe its happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Everything changes, but beauty remains
Something so tender I can't explain

Well, I may be dreaming, but still lie awake
Can't we make this dream last forever?
And I'll cherish all the love we share
A moment like this

Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Some people search forever for that one special kiss
Oh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Could this be the greatest love of all?
I want to know that you will catch me when I fall
So let me tell you this

Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Some people search forever for that one special kiss
Oh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Oh, like this
Oh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this
Oh, like this

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Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter and occasional actress. Born in Fort Worth and raised in Burleson, Texas, Clarkson came into prominence after becoming the winner of the inaugural season of the television series American Idol in 2002 and later becoming the runner-up in the television special World Idol in 2003. more »

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Written by: John Reid, Jorgen Elofsson

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release and Artists
"A Moment Like This" was originally performed by Kelly Clarkson, the first winner of American Idol. - Another popular version of this song was performed by Leona Lewis, the winner of the third series of The X Factor in the UK.
Song Meaning
The song is about a moment you've dreamed about your whole life and it finally happening.
Chart Performance
Kelly Clarkson's version topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. - Leona Lewis's version hit number one on the UK Singles Chart and stayed there for four weeks.
Songwriters
The song was written by Jorgen Elofsson and John Reid.
Record Breaking
Leona Lewis's version broke a world record after it was downloaded over 50,000 times in just 30 minutes.
Song Usage
After its initial release, "A Moment Like This" became the victory song for the winner of each season's American Idol until it was replaced in the show's 14th season.
Awards & Nominations
Kelly Clarkson's version won the 2003 Teen Choice Award for Choice Single by a Female Artist.
Music Video
Both Kelly Clarkson and Leona Lewis had music videos for the song, featuring highlights from their respective talent competitions.
Album
Clarkson's version was included on her debut album "Thankful" and on her compilation album "Greatest Hits – Chapter One". - Lewis's version appeared as a bonus track on the re-release of her debut album "Spirit".
Cover Versions
The song was also covered by many other artists worldwide in various languages.

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