34 Years Ago, Bryan Adams' Song Dominated the Charts
Bryan Adams’ iconic track Everything I Do held the No.1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, marking it as one of the most memorable hits of the 1990s.
Success of the Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves Soundtrack
In 1991, the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner, became a box office hit, earning $390.5 million worldwide on a budget estimated between $48 and $60 million. Despite mixed reviews, especially about Costner’s performance, the movie was widely embraced as a family-friendly adventure appealing to audiences of all ages.
The film's appeal was enhanced not only by its fresh take on English folklore but also by its soundtrack, which contributed significantly to its popularity.
The Impact of "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You"
Adams' power ballad "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" was written for his sixth studio album Waking Up the Neighbours and served as the lead single on the movie's soundtrack. The song became a massive success, selling 15 million copies globally.
"(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" spent seven weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100, despite being written in only 45 minutes.
Adams collaborated with producer Mutt Lange, starting from a tape provided by the film's soundtrack composer Michael Kamen.
Author's Summary
This Bryan Adams hit became a timeless 90s anthem, significantly boosting the success of the Robin Hood soundtrack and enduring as a classic power ballad.