Un-Break My Heart
Toni Braxton
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Don't leave me in all this pain Don't leave me out in the rain Come back and bring back my smile Come and take these tears away I need your arms to hold me now The nights are so unkind Bring back those nights when I held you beside me [Chorus] Un-break my heart Say you'll love me again Undo this hurt you caused When you walked out the door And walked out of my life Un-cry these tears I cried so many nights Un-break my heart My heart Take back that sad word goodbye Bring back the joy to my life Don't leave me here with these tears Come and kiss this pain away I can't forget the day you left Time is so unkind And life is so cruel without you here beside me [Chorus] Don't leave me in all this pain Don't leave me out in the rain Bring back the nights when I held you beside me Un-break my heart Say you'll love me again Undo this hurt you caused When you walked out the door And walked out of my life Un-cry these tears I cried so many nights Un-break my Un-break my heart, oh baby Come back and say you love me Un-break my heart, sweet darlin' Without you I just can't go on Can't go on
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23 facts about this song
Songwriters"Un-Break My Heart" was penned by Diane Warren, a prolific American songwriter known for creating several hit songs. She wrote the song, and David Foster, another well-known songwriter and producer, helped shape it into the hit it became.
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PerformerThe song was performed by American R&B singer Toni Braxton. Despite initially having reservations about the song, Braxton's soulful performance helped it to both commercial and critical acclaim.
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Release Date"Un-Break My Heart" was released as part of Toni Braxton's second studio album, 'Secrets,' on 7th November 1996.
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Chart SuccessAfter its release, "Un-Break My Heart" became an instant success. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States for 11 straight weeks. It was Braxton's second number one song on the chart.
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Grammy WinThe song won a Grammy award for 'Best Female Pop Vocal Performance' at the 39th annual Grammy Awards in 1997.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Bille Woodruff, features model Tyson Beckford, and tells a tragic love story. It was rated as one of the top music videos of the era.
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Language VariationsBesides the English version, Toni Braxton also recorded the song in Spanish, under the title "Regresa a Mi."
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Cover Versions"Un-Break My Heart" has been covered by many artists across different genres, showing its universal appeal. Some notable covers were done by American Idol contestant Il Divo and British singer Weezer.
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CertificationsThe song received triple Platinum certification by the RIAA in the United States due to its high sales volume.
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LegacyEven two decades after its release, "Un-Break My Heart" remains one of Braxton's biggest hits and a fan favorite. It continues to enjoy airplay on both mainstream and adult contemporary radio stations.
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Music InfluenceThe song's success solidified Toni Braxton's position as one of R&B's leading ladies in the 1990s. It also helped to cement Diane Warren and David Foster's reputation as hit songwriters and producers.
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Song Conception"Un-Break My Heart" was co-written by Diane Warren and produced by David Foster. Warren is known for her ability to write emotionally resonant ballads, and this song is no exception.
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Artist InterpretationToni Braxton performed the song, bringing her rich, emotive vocals to the deeply emotional lyrics.
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Release Information"Un-Break My Heart" was released in 1996 as the second single from Braxton's second studio album, "Secrets."
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Chart SuccessThe song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States for 11 non-consecutive weeks, making it one of Braxton's biggest hits.
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Grammy Recognition"Un-Break My Heart" won the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1997.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Un-Break My Heart" features model Tyson Beckford and was directed by Bille Woodruff, who had worked with Braxton previously.
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Song ReactionAt first, Toni Braxton did not want to record the song because it was a slow ballad and she wanted to focus more on upbeat songs. However, Foster and Warren convinced her of the song's potential.
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Commercial Success"Un-Break My Heart" has been accredited as triple Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) which means it sold over three million copies.
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International SuccessThe song was also a huge hit internationally. It peaked at number one on the charts in several countries, including Canada, Sweden, and Switzerland.
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Cover Versions"Un-Break My Heart" has been covered by numerous artists, such as Il Divo and Weezer, in different genres demonstrating its wide resonance and timeless appeal.
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Pop CultureThe song has found its place in various popular culture references as well as continued radio play, reaffirming its status as a classic pop ballad.
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Toni Braxton's Signature SongDespite her initial reluctance, the song has become one of Braxton's signature songs, beloved by fans and regularly performed at her concerts.
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