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October 11, 2008,
"Taking Chances" possesses dubious rights as Celine Dion's least-successful album from the past 15 years—ever, in fact. Not surprising, given that nearly all of her original Sony proponents have exited the company, leaving few to embrace her command of an everlasting base—i.e., that of labelmate Barbra Streisand—if only properly promoted. Previous single "Alone" was a disaster, failing to even chart at AC. But now, as Dion's two-year worldwide tour reaches North America, "My Love," written and produced by Linda Perry, has struck programmers' fancy—and it is truly an inspired choice from "Chances." Highly emotive and yet graciously understated, "My Love" oozes ache and uncertainty, as Dion pleads, "My love, can you give me strength, somehow I forgot how to ease my pain/I stand tall to get by, no matter how hard I try to hide." This splendid composition and Dion's atypical delivery offer potential to save a career in commercial turmoil. If Sony has any intention of protecting its investment, "My Love" needs a meaningful embrace. —Chuck Taylor


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