The Best

Bonnie Tyler

About The Best

"The Best" (often called "Simply the Best") is a song originally recorded by Bonnie Tyler on her 1988 album Hide Your Heart (in the US the album was titled Notes from America). It was written by Mike Chapman and Holly Knight, and produced by Desmond Child. The single reached number 10 in Norway and number 95 in the United Kingdom. The single was released on a CD in 1988 along with two rare tracks that Tyler recorded, "The Fire Below" and "Under Suspicion".


Year:
1995
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I call you when I need you
And my heart's on fire
You come to me, come to me
Wild and wired

You come to me, give me everything I need
You bring a lifetime of promises
And a world of dreams
You speak the language of love

Like you know what it means
And it can't be wrong
Take my heart and make it strong
'Cause you're simply the best

Better than all the rest
Better than anyone
Anyone I ever met
I'm stuck on your heart

I hang on every word you said
Tear us apart
Baby I would rather be dead
Deep in your heart

I see the start 
Of every night and every day
And in your eyes I get lost
I get washed away

Just as long as I'm here in your arms
I could be in no better place
'Cause you're simply the best

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Bonnie Tyler

Bonnie Tyler (born Gaynor Hopkins on 8 June 1951) is a Welsh singer. Her first hit single, "Lost In France", reached the UK Top 10 in 1976 and she was nominated for Best British Female Newcomer at the 1977 Brit Awards. Soon after, Tyler underwent an operation to remove nodules from her vocal cords which left her with a distinctively husky voice. However, this did not affect her career and her 1977 single "It's a Heartache" became a hit in both Europe and North America. more »

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Written by: Holly Knight, Mike Chapman

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12 facts about this song

General Information
"The Best" is a song performed by Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler. It was originally written by Mike Chapman and Holly Knight and has been performed by several artists, but Bonnie Tyler's version gained significant popularity.
Release Date
Bonnie Tyler recorded her version of "The Best" for her 1988 album "Hide Your Heart," released by Columbia Records.
Background
The song was not written specifically for Bonnie Tyler, but it ended up being one of her most successful covers.
Lyrics
"The Best" is a song about reassuring love and unwavering belief in the object of affection. This makes it extremely popular as a love song and an anthem for determination.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity today, Bonnie Tyler's version of "The Best" did not achieve significant chart success at its release. However, it's frequently featured in compilations of Tyler's greatest hits.
Used in Popular Culture
"The Best" is very popular in sports events. It was adopted by the football team Rangers F.C. as their club anthem and it's often played at their games.
Shared Success
Interestingly, "The Best" was not originally performed by Bonnie Tyler. The song was first recorded by Bonnie Tyler in 1988, but the most well-known version is probably Tina Turner's 1989 cover.
Music Video
The official music video for "The Best" showcases Bonnie Tyler performing the song intensely reflecting the powerful lyrics, further contributing to the song's popularity.
Live Performances
Bonnie Tyler frequently includes "The Best" in her live performances due to its popularity, even though it wasn't one of her original songs.
Legacy
Despite not being one her original songs, or her most successful in terms of chart performance, "The Best" has become one of Bonnie Tyler's most iconic songs due to its enduring popularity and widespread use.
Awards and Nominations
Although "The Best" did not win any awards, Bonnie Tyler's powerful rendition is often recognized as a highlight of her career.
Cover Versions
After Bonnie Tyler, many artists covered the song, but the most successful version is by Tina Turner, which became a transatlantic hit in 1989.

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