About the song
## All for Love: A Timeless Tribute to Friendship
**A 1993 Classic**
In 1993, three musical giants came together to create a timeless anthem of friendship and camaraderie: Bryan Adams, Rod Stewart, and Sting. Their collaborative effort, “All for Love,” remains a poignant and emotionally resonant track that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
The song, penned by Bryan Adams, Jim Vallance, and Robert John “Mutt” Lange, emerged as the theme song for the 1993 Disney film, “The Three Musketeers.” Its powerful message of unwavering loyalty and self-sacrifice resonated deeply with both filmgoers and music lovers alike.
The song’s introspective lyrics explore the depths of friendship, emphasizing the unwavering support and devotion that true friends offer. The opening lines, “I would give up everything, anything for you,” immediately set the tone for a heartfelt and emotional ballad. Adams’ soulful vocals, combined with Stewart’s raspy baritone and Sting’s distinctive tenor, create a harmonious blend that adds to the song’s emotional impact.
The song’s arrangement is both grand and intimate, with sweeping orchestral elements that complement the heartfelt lyrics. The chorus, with its repeated refrain of “All for love,” serves as a powerful affirmation of the enduring power of friendship. The song’s bridge features a poignant moment of introspection, as the singers contemplate the sacrifices they would make for their friends.
“All for Love” has become a beloved classic, often performed live by the trio and covered by numerous artists. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its timeless message, its powerful melody, and the exceptional vocal performances of its three iconic singers. The song serves as a reminder of the importance of friendship and the enduring power of human connection.
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Lyrics
When it’s love you give
I’ll be a man of good faith
Then in love you’ll live
I’ll make a stand, I won’t break
I’ll be the rock you can build on, yeah
Be there when you’re old
To have and to hold
When there’s love inside
I swear I’ll always be strong
Then there’s a reason why
I’ll prove to you, we belong
I’ll be the wall that protects you, yeah
From the wind and the rain
From the hurt and pain, yeah, hey!
Let’s make it all for one and all for love
Let the one you hold, be the one you want
The one you need
‘Cause when it’s all for one, it’s one for all
When there’s someone that should know
Then just let your feelings show
And make it all for one and all for love
When it’s love you make
I’ll be the fire in your night
Then it’s love you take
I will defend, I will fight
I’ll be there when you need me, yeah
When honor’s at stake
This vow I will make, yeah
That is all for one and all for love (it’s all for love)
Let the one you hold be the one you want
The one you need
‘Cause when it’s all for one, it’s one for all (yeah)
When there’s someone that should know
Then just let your feelings show
And make it all for one and all for love
Don’t lay our love to rest
‘Cause we could stand up to the test
We got everything and more than we had planned
More than the rivers that run the land
We’ve got it all in our hands
Now, it’s all for one and all for love (it’s all for love)
Let the one you hold be the one you want
The one you need
‘Cause, when it’s all for one it’s one for all (it’s one for all)
When there’s someone that should know
Then just let your feelings show
When there’s someone that you want
When there’s someone that you need
Let’s make it all, all for one and all for love