Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse of the Heart (1983)

[Behind the Story & Special Notes] 1. A Global Masterpiece: Written and produced by Jim Steinman, this song became Bonnie Tyler's biggest hit, reaching #1 in several countries, including the US and UK. It is often cited as one of the best power ballads of all time. 2. Vampire Origins?: Jim Steinman originally intended for this song to be part of a musical based on Nosferatu (Vampires). This explains the gothic, dark, and highly dramatic atmosphere of the lyrics and melody. 3. The Iconic Voice: Bonnie Tyler’s signature raspy, powerful voice was the result of a surgery to remove vocal nodules in 1977. She ignored the doctor's orders not to speak, which gave her voice its unique "sandpaper" quality that made this track so emotional. 4. Symbolism of the Eclipse: The "Total Eclipse of the Heart" represents the complete darkness and loss of direction that comes with a broken heart, where the "light" of love has been totally blocked out.