Story Behind The Song
The song was created in response to a request for a power ballad for the opening ceremony for the Olympics. It is in NBC's music catalogue for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Song Description
This song is about realizing that The Power of the Dream is an incredible inspiration that allows us to become more than we thought possible.
| Song Length |
4:06 |
Genre |
Pop - General, Pop - Standards |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Female |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Exultant |
Subject |
Hope, Power |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
THE POWER OF THE DREAM
A journey of a thousand miles
Begins with a single step
When I started down this road
I didn’t know how far I’d get
‘Cause there were a million reasons
To stop and turn around
But I found an inspiration
That never lets me down
CHORUS
The POWER OF THE DREAM
Keeps me going always knowing
All I can be
The POWER OF THE DREAM
Lifts me higher fuels the fire
Burning in me
Oh I believe
In the POWER OF THE DREAM
Many helped to build my hopes
With strength of mind and heart
And I would not be here
If not for each one’s part
Always there to share the vision
I was striving for
Helping me to find the courage
To always reach for more
CHORUS
I know I’ll reach my destiny
‘Cause I will give the best of me
CHORUS