Celine Dion Talks About Performing with Aretha Franklin and Her Song 'All By Myself'

TLDRIn this interview, Celine Dion discusses her experience performing with Aretha Franklin and recording the song 'All By Myself'. She shares her nerves, the backstage preparations, and her admiration for Aretha. Celine also talks about the high note in the song and her husband's support during her career.

Key insights

👑Celine Dion was nervous but proud to perform with Aretha Franklin during their divas live performance.

🎤Celine Dion hit the high note in 'All By Myself' despite its challenging modulation.

👗Celine Dion decided to wear pants instead of a gown for the performance, which was unconventional at the time.

📷Celine Dion took a picture with Aretha Franklin and felt grateful for the experience.

🎵Celine Dion's favorite song from her album 'Courage' is 'Courage' itself, which holds significance to her late husband's battle and her return to the stage.

Q&A

What was Celine Dion most nervous about during the performance with Aretha Franklin?

Celine Dion was most nervous about performing with the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, during their divas live performance.

How did Celine Dion hit the high note in 'All By Myself'?

Celine Dion hit the high note in 'All By Myself' by having the courage to sing in a key and a half higher than initially agreed upon.

Why did Celine Dion decide to wear pants instead of a gown for the performance?

Celine Dion decided to wear pants instead of a gown for the performance to do something unconventional and surprise people's expectations.

Did Celine Dion have any interaction with Aretha Franklin before or after the performance?

Celine Dion had a picture taken with Aretha Franklin after the performance and felt grateful for the opportunity to meet her.

What is Celine Dion's favorite song from her album 'Courage'?

Celine Dion's favorite song from her album 'Courage' is the title track itself, which holds deep meaning for her late husband's battle and her comeback to the stage.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Celine Dion discusses her experience performing with Aretha Franklin.

02:01Celine Dion talks about the nerves and preparations before performing with Aretha Franklin.

03:19Celine Dion shares her decision to wear pants instead of a gown for the performance.

04:50Celine Dion describes taking a picture with Aretha Franklin and feeling grateful for the experience.

05:32Celine Dion explains how she hit the high note in 'All By Myself' despite the challenging modulation.

07:47Celine Dion reveals her favorite song from her album 'Courage' and its personal significance.