“When You’re Gone” is an upbeat pop-rock duet by Bryan Adams featuring Melanie C, released in November 1998 as the second single from Adams’ album On a Day Like Today. The song became a major international hit, blending Adams’ signature rock style with Melanie C’s fresh pop vocals, making it one of the standout collaborations of the late 1990s.
Lyrically, the song is about missing a loved one and struggling with loneliness when they are away. The chemistry between Adams’ raspy vocals and Melanie C’s bright, energetic delivery adds a fun, dynamic contrast to the song. When You’re Gone features a catchy guitar riff, a bouncy rhythm, and a singalong-friendly chorus. It’s a mix of pop and soft rock, with an infectious melody that made it a radio favorite. The lighthearted and flirty vocal interplay between the two singers enhances the song’s charm.
The track was a commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the UK Singles Chart and charting in the top 10 across Europe, and Australia. It remains one of Bryan Adams’ most recognizable hits of the late 90s and helped establish Melanie C as a credible solo artist outside of Spice Girls.
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