A voice that combines passion and melancholy, capturing an iconic moment in 60s pop.
The orchestral arrangement is layered with a light rhythm, and the melancholic melody resonates vividly. The strings and guitar structure enhance the emotion, and Cher's deep voice leaves a timeless impression.
Cher's deep, lustrous voice gives the melody deep shades, intertwining sadness and passion. Though the composition is simple, the overlapping strings and guitar create a delicate drama. The rhythm is light yet somehow wistful, maintaining the warmth unique to 1960s pop. Side A, one of her signature songs, has continued to be covered in later years, and is highly regarded as a work that embodies the universal emotional expression of pop music.
