“Kiss today goodbye
And point me toward tomorrow
We did what we had to do
Won’t forget, can’t regret
What I did for
Love”
~Music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Edward Kleban, Chorus Line
I have always loved this timeless song, “What I Did for Love,” sung in 1975 by Priscilla Lopez in the role of Diana Morales in the musical Chorus Line. Bobby Caldwell then released it in 1978 as the lead single from his self-titled debut album. The song has been sung by many artists, including Shirley Bassey, Idina Menzel, Aretha Franklin, and Josh Groban. The lyrics express a sense of acceptance and resilience as the singer reflects on the hardships faced in the pursuit of their dreams, acknowledging the pain and rejection but emphasizing that the sacrifices are worth it.
