Wind Beneath My Wings
Lou Rawls
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You know. It must have been cold standing there in my shadow You never had the sunlight on your face To know you were content to let me shine Why you walked a few steps behind And I was the one with all the glory While you were the one behind me with all that strength Just a face without a name I never heard you once complain Did you ever know that you are my hero? And everything I would like to be? I can fly higher than an eagle For you are the wind beneath my wings It might have appeared to go unnoticed But I've got right here in my heart I want you to know that I know the truth I would be nothing without you Did you ever know that you are my hero? You're everything that I would like to be I could fly higher, higher than an eagle I said you are the wind beneath my wings Did you ever know that you are my hero? You're everything that I would like to be! I tell ya, I could fly higher, higher than an eagle I said you are the wind beneath my wings, My wings
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Written by: Jeff Silbar, Larry Henley
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10 facts about this song
Artists and VersionsThough associated most with Bette Midler, "Wind Beneath My Wings" was recorded by artists like Gary Morris, Lee Greenwood, Lou Rawls, Roger Whittaker, and Sheena Easton before her.
- Bette Midler's version is the most notable and widely recognized.
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Year ReleasedGary Morris’s version was released in 1983, followed by Roger Whittaker and Sheena Easton in 1982, Lou Rawls in 1983, Lee Greenwood in 1984, and made famously mainstream by Bette Midler in 1988.
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Song’s Recognition and Awards"Wind Beneath My Wings" was named Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the Grammy Awards in 1990 for Bette Midler's version.
- The song has been covered by hundreds of artists around the world, solidifying its universal resonation.
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Soundtrack UseBette Midler's version became popular after it was used as the soundtrack of the movie "Beaches" in 1988.
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Song WriterRegardless of the artist, the song was written by Jeff Silbar and Larry Henley and was first recorded by Kamahl in Australia in 1982.
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Chart RankingsGary Morris’s version of the song hit No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1983.
- Bette Midler’s "Wind Beneath My Wings" hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in June 1989.
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Use in MemorialsAfter the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster in 1986, Lee Greenwood's version of the song was used as a tribute to those who perished.
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Variations in Music VideosThe music videos for the different versions of "Wind Beneath My Wings" often vary widely, reflecting the individual styles and personalities of each artist.
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InterpretationsThe song's meaning has been widely interpreted and discussed, generally being recognized as an homage to those who play unrecognized supportive roles.
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Pop Culture Presence"Wind Beneath My Wings" continues to be performed and recorded by artists in various genres, maintaining its presence within pop culture since its original release.
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