What I Did For Love
Michael Ball · Other Songs - Michael Ball
The sweetness and the sorrow.
Wish me luck, the same to you.
But I can't regret
What I did for love, what I did for love.
Look my eyes are dry.
The gift was ours to borrow.
It's as if we always knew,
And I won't forget what I did for love,
What I did for love.
Gone,
Love is never gone.
As we travel on,
Love's what we'll remember.
Kiss today goodbye,
And point me t'ward tomorrow.
We did what we had to do.
Won't forget, can't regret what I did for love,
What I did for love.
Love is never gone.
As we travel on,
Love's what we'll remember.
Kiss today goodbye,
And point me t'ward tomorrow.
We did what we had to do.
Won't forget, can't regret what I did for love,
What I did for love.
What I Did For Love
Michael Ball's 1990 hit 'What I Did For Love' stands as a defining moment in his career, blending his signature baritone with a polished pop-rock production. Released during the height of his fame following his role in 'The Phantom of the Opera', the track showcases his ability to deliver emotional vulnerability within a mainstream pop framework. The song became a staple of his live performances and radio rotation, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in the English-language pop scene of the early 1990s. Its enduring appeal lies in its accessible melody and Ball's emotive delivery, which resonated with audiences seeking heartfelt romantic ballads. As a key component of his discography, the recording exemplifies the transition from theatrical opera to commercial pop music that characterized his early work.