I fell in love with this song the first time I heard it, some 30 years ago. The song describes more than just a song, more than just a singer. In the original version Barry Manilow sang all 40 of the background vocals himself. While that was impressive, but I like the version here better.
Take three and a half minutes to watch this video:
Now for some questions:
- What is this song really about?
- Is this a song about singing? Bragging? Leading?
- What is one voice really capable of achieving?
- What is most frightening about "facing the unknown"?
- Does success depend on more than a voice? What other qualities are necessary?
- What are the most important words you ever heard a voice say?
- How is achievement related to working together in harmony?
- Is it important for others to "hear what's on your mind"?
