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Taking Chances

Céline Dion · 2007

103 min · 24 tracks · pop rock · EDM · chanson

A bold fusion of soaring ballads and contemporary pop, underscored by powerful vocal performances.

Why this album works

Best for
soaring ballads for emotional release wave-like pacing with varied energy for heartfelt sing-alongs
Context
In 2007, Céline Dion was coming off her successful 'A New Day...' Las Vegas residency, which solidified her status as a pop powerhouse. 'Taking Chances' marked her first studio album since 2004's 'Miracle,' showcasing a shift towards more upbeat and contemporary sounds while affirming her enduring vocal prowess.
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pop rock, EDM, chanson

Taking Chances is an album by Céline Dion, released in 2007. A bold fusion of soaring ballads and contemporary pop, underscored by powerful vocal performances. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum in multiple countries. It featured the hit title track 'Taking Chances,' which became a staple of Dion's live performances and contributed to her continued relevance in the evolving music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Taking Chances sound like?

A bold fusion of soaring ballads and contemporary pop, underscored by powerful vocal performances. Rooted in pop rock and EDM.

What makes Taking Chances by Céline Dion notable?

The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum in multiple countries. It featured the hit title track 'Taking Chances,' which became a staple of Dion's live performances and contributed to her continued relevance in the evolving music landscape. In 2007, Céline Dion was coming off her successful 'A New Day...' Las Vegas residency, which solidified her status as a pop powerhouse. 'Taking Chances' marked her first studio album since 2004's 'Miracle,' showcasing a shift towards more upbeat and contemporary sounds while affirming her enduring vocal prowess.

Who is Taking Chances for?

Taking Chances works well if you're into soaring ballads for emotional release, wave-like pacing with varied energy and for heartfelt sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Taking Chances?

Taking Chances has 24 tracks, running approximately 103 minutes.

Tracklist

24 tracks·103:40

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Taking Chances Standout 4:03
  • 2 Alone Standout 3:24
  • 3 Eyes on Me 3:54
  • 4 My Love Standout 4:09
  • 5 Shadow of Love 4:10
  • 6 Surprise Surprise 5:13
  • 7 This Time 3:47
  • 8 New Dawn 4:45
  • 9 A Song for You 3:26
  • 10 A World to Believe In 4:08
  • 11 Can’t Fight the Feelin’ 3:51
  • 12 I Got Nothin’ Left 4:20
  • 13 Right Next to the Right One 4:10
  • 14 Fade Away 3:17
  • 15 That’s Just the Woman in Me 4:34
  • 16 Skies of L.A. 4:23

Disc 2

  • 1 If You Asked Me To 3:56
  • 2 The Power of Love 5:43
  • 3 Because You Loved Me 4:34
  • 4 It’s All Coming Back to Me Now 5:31
  • 5 All by Myself 5:12
  • 6 My Heart Will Go On (soundtrack version) 5:10
  • 7 That’s the Way It Is 4:02
  • 8 I Drove All Night 3:58

Release Date

November 7, 2007

Genre

chanson, pop rock

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Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

103 min 40 sec