Gloria Gaynor released "I Will Survive" in 1978 as a single from her album Love Tracks. The song became an instant hit and topped the charts in many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. It has since become a disco classic and is still popular today.
"I Will Survive" is a powerful anthem about overcoming heartbreak. The lyrics tell the story of a woman who has been through a difficult breakup but refuses to let it get her down. She sings, "At first I was afraid, I was petrified / Kept thinking I could never live without you by my side / But then I spent so many nights thinking how you did me wrong / And I grew strong / And I learned how to get along."
The song's catchy chorus is what really makes it stand out. The chorus goes, "Hey, hey / I will survive / Hey, hey / I will survive / I will find my way / I will find my way out / Oh-ho, oh-ho, oh-ho, oh-ho / Oh, oh-ho / Oh-ho, oh-ho, oh-ho, oh-ho / I will survive / Hey, hey."
"I Will Survive" has been covered by many artists over the years, including Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, and Destiny's Child. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows. The song has become an international symbol of resilience and empowerment.