(I've Had) The Time of My Life

Bill Medley, Jennifer Warnes

About (I've Had) The Time of My Life

"(I've Had) The Time of My Life" is a 1987 song composed by Franke Previte, John DeNicola, and Donald Markowitz. It was recorded by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, and used as the theme song for the 1987 film Dirty Dancing. The song has won a number of awards, including an Academy Award for "Best Original Song", a Golden Globe Award for "Best Original Song", and a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.


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2012
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Now I've had the time of my life
No, I never felt like this before
Yes I swear it's the truth
And I owe it all to you

'Cause I've had the time of my life
And I owe it all to you

I've been waiting for so long
Now I've finally found someone to stand by me
We saw the writing on the wall
And we felt this magical fantasy
Now with passion in our eyes
There's no way we could disguise it secretly
So we take each others hand
'Cause we seem to understand the urgency

Just remember
You're the one thing
I can't get enough of
So I'll tell you something
This could be love

Because I've had the time of my life
No, I never felt this way before
Yes I swear it's the truth
And I owe it all to you
Hey baby

With my body and soul
I want you more than you'll ever know
So we'll just let it go
Don't be afraid to lose control, no

Yes, I know what's on your mind when you say
"Stay with me tonight" (stay with me)
And remember
You're the one thing
I can't get enough of
So I'll tell you something
This could be love

Because I've had the time of my life
No, I never felt this way before
Yes I swear it's the truth
And I owe it all to you
'Cause I've had the time of my life
And I've searched through every open door (never felt this way)
Till I found the truth
And I owe it all to you

Now I've had the time of my life
No, I never felt this way before (never felt this way)
Yes I swear it's the truth
And I owe it all to you

I've had the time of my life
No, I never felt this way before (never felt this way)
Yes I swear it's the truth
And I owe it all to you
'Cause I've had the time of my life (I had time of my life)
And I've searched through every open door (you do it to me, baby)
Till I found the truth (you do it to me, baby)
And I owe it all to you

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Jennifer Warnes

Jennifer Jean Warnes (born March 3, 1947) is an American singer, songwriter, arranger, and record producer. She is known for her interpretations of compositions written by herself and many others as well as an extensive playlist as a vocalist on movie soundtracks. She is a close friend of and collaborator with Canadian singer-songwriter and poet, Leonard Cohen. more »

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Written by: John De Nicola, Donald Markowitz, Frank Previte

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11 facts about this song

Track Record
"(I've Had) The Time of My Life" was recorded on July 27, 1987, and was featured in the film "Dirty Dancing."
Chart Performance
The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in November 1987, and stayed in No. 1 spot for a week.
Awards and Recognition
The track won a Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1988. - It also won an Oscar for Best Original Song in the same year. - In 2004, it was ranked as the third most performed song from films in the 20th century by American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers.
Song's Context
The song plays a pivotal role in the movie "Dirty Dancing," during which the main characters, danced to it in the film's climax.
Artist's Background
Jennifer Warnes is known for her Grammy Award-winning collaborations with other artists on movie soundtracks, while Bill Medley, as part of the Righteous Brothers, had previously reached No.1 with "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'".
Covers and Versions
The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Glee Cast, Barry Manilow, and the Black Eyed Peas sampled it in their song "The Time (Dirty Bit)".
Legacy
The song's famous dance scene in "Dirty Dancing" popularized it and made it a cultural icon, often used or referenced in television shows, films, and commercials.
Song Composition
The song was written by Franke Previte, John DeNicola, and Donald Markowitz. It’s notable for its duet style and strong orchestration.
Platinum Status
"(I've Had) The Time of My Life" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America in 1991.
Music Video
Its music video features scenes from "Dirty Dancing" and has garnered over 297 million views on YouTube till date.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song speak of a romantic and unforgettable time spent with a significant other, reflecting the underlying love story of the film "Dirty Dancing".

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