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The Song

The single, released in 1994, can also be found on Mariah's 11th album, Greatest Hits. The single, produced by Walter Afanasieff, is a cover and was originally performed by Lionel Richie and Diana Ross, and also written by Richie. In this bombastic ballad, Mariah and Luther declare their "endless love" for one another. Alternate meanings: Single In music, a single is a short (usually ten minutes or less) record, usually featuring one or two tracks as A-sides, often accompanied by several B-sides—usually remixes or other songs. ... Walter Afanasieff is a composer who has written music with many famous singers, such as Mariah Carey. ... Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. ... Diana Ross on the cover of her collection Diana Ross: The Ultimate Collection Diana Ross (born Diane Ernestine Earle Ross [1] on March 26, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan) is an African-American soul, R&B and pop singer and actress. ...

Chart Success

The single (which debuted at #31) was a major hit across the world. Although it did not hit #1 like the original version in the USA, it still maintained a very respectable peak at #2 for several weeks. The single also hit #3 in the UK and #2 in Australia. It received wide radio play across the globe and along with the singles from Mariah's 3rd studio album, Music Box, it made Mariah one of the most played artists on radio during the year. Also, the single went on to achieve Gold certification. In the United States, the Recording Industry Association of America awards certification based on the number of sales albums and singles have made. ...

Awards

"Endless Love" was nominated for the 1995 Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals, but it did not win. The Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals has been awarded since 1995. ...

Music Videos

Two music videos were released for this single; one features Mariah and Luther recording the song in a studio, and the other shows the two performing the song live at Royal Albert Hall. Royal Albert Hall The Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences is an arts venue dedicated to Queen Victorias husband and consort, Prince Albert. ...

Remixes

There are no known remixes of this song, although there were versions released of the song, where only Mariah or only Luther would sing the song by themself.

Comprehensive Charts

"Endless Love" Debuted at #40 on The Billboard Hot 100
"Endless Love" Was Ranked #56 on The Billboard Hot 100 Year End Charts (1994)
"Endless Love" Remained in The Billboard Hot 100 for 20 weeks

Official Remixes/Versions List

Endless Love (Album Version)
Endless Love (Mariah Only)
Endless Love (Luther Only)
Endless Love (Instrumental)
Endless Love (Live) (Edited Performance from Royal Albert Hall)