Marc Almond & Gene Pitney - Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart

“Something’s Gotten Hold Of My Heart” is a song written by Roger Greenaway and Roger Cook. It was originally recorded by Gene Pitney in 1967, but it did not become a hit until Marc Almond recorded a version with him and released it on January 2, 1989 as the third single from Almond’s fourth studio album, “The Stars We Are”. Almond’s version reached number one on the UK Singles Chart, in Ireland and Germany.

The song is a power ballad about a man who is struggling to control his feelings for a woman. The lyrics are full of metaphors and similes, such as “Something’s gotten hold of my heart / Like a wild, sweet fever / It’s spreading through my mind / Like a forest fire.” The song’s emotional intensity is conveyed through Almond’s impassioned vocals and Pitney’s soaring harmonies.

The music video for “Something’s Gotten Hold Of My Heart” was filmed on-location in Las Vegas. It features Almond and Pitney performing the song in a variety of locations, including the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino, the Fremont Street Experience, and the Las Vegas Strip.

“Something’s Gotten Hold Of My Heart” is a classic power ballad that has been covered by many artists, including Nick Cave and Robson & Jerome. “Something’s Gotten Hold of My Heart” is celebrated for its emotional depth and remains a memorable classic in the realm of love ballads. It’s a song that resonates with listeners due to its universal themes of love’s impact on the heart and soul.