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Faith (Celine Dion song)

"Faith" is a song recorded by Canadian singer Celine Dion for her eighth English-language studio album, One Heart (2003). It was released on 27 October 2003 as the third promotional single in Canada and the fifth single overall from the album. Written and produced by Max Martin and Rami Yacoub, the track was also issued to radio in a remixed version by the Original 3, who had previously remixed "One Heart". "Faith" reached number four on the Quebec radio chart and number 37 on the Canadian Adult Contemporary chart.

Background and writing

"Faith" was written by Max Martin and Rami Yacoub, with production handled by both. Martin had previously written Dion's 1999 hit "That's the Way It Is". The song was recorded and mixed by Martin and Rami at Echo Beach Studios in Florida. Lyrically, it describes a relationship in which the narrator feels grateful for unconditional love.

On 4 October 2003, the track was selected for airplay on Canadian Hot AC and CHR radio formats. On 10 October 2003, a remix by the Original 3 was released through TeamCeline.

Critical reception

Elisabeth Vincentelli of Entertainment Weekly gave the song a positive review, writing that "One Hearts best qualities are encapsulated on 'Faith,' a Martin track that matches a hooky chorus with pneumatic arrangements that cushion the star without overwhelming her. Ultimately, this record is about the singing, not the production or the writing". The Barnes & Noble editorial review also praised the track, describing it as "infectious" and noting that it "benefit[s] from Dion's beautifully subtle vocal interpretation".

Track listing and formats

Canadian promotional CD single

  1. "Faith" (Original 3 remix) – 3:42
  2. "Faith" (album version) – 3:42

Charts

Credits and personnel

Recording locations

  • Echo Beach Studios (Florida) – recording

Personnel

  • Max Martin – songwriting, production, recording, mixing, backing vocals
  • Rami Yacoub – songwriting, production, recording, mixing
  • Esbjörn Öhrwall – guitars
  • Thomas Lindberg – bass
  • Anna Nordell – backing vocals

Credits adapted from the liner notes of One Heart.

References