“Against All Odds” is a song originally recorded by Phil Collins in 1984. In 1999, Mariah Carey covered the song as a duet with Irish boy band Westlife for her seventh studio album “Rainbow”.
Mariah’s version of the song features a slower tempo and more dramatic production than the original. It starts with an acoustic guitar and Mariah’s vocals before building up to a powerful crescendo with both Mariah and Westlife singing together. The lyrics are about a relationship that has ended, but the singer is still holding on to hope of reconciliation despite the odds being against them.
The duet was a commercial success, reaching the top ten in several countries including the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand. It remains one of Mariah Carey’s most popular cover songs and showcases her impressive vocal range and ability to deliver emotional performances.
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