1989 Michael Bolton – How Am I Supposed To Live Without You (US:#1 UK:#3)
“How Am I Supposed to Live Without You“ is a song written in 1983 by Doug James and Michael Bolton. The ballad has been recorded by many artists around the world, in several languages, becoming something of a modern pop standard. Instrumental versions of the song have been recorded featuring variously the piano, guitar, saxophone, pan flute, steel drum, and music box.
“How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” was supposed to be recorded by the duo Air Supply. But when Arista President Clive Davis asked for permission to change the lyrics of the chorus, Bolton refused, and Davis released the song. Subsequently Laura Branigan recorded it as written, and it became the first major hit for the two songwriters. The song was also performed by actress Lisa Hartman on the soap opera Knots Landing. Bolton’s own rendition became a worldwide hit in early 1990.
Album
Soul Provider is the sixth studio album by American recording artist Michael Bolton. The album was released on June 19, 1989 by Columbia Records. This was the album that turned Bolton into a superstar. Supported by five top 40 hits (including three that reached the top 10), Soul Provider achieved longevity on the charts. The […]
Musicians
| Bass | Neil Stubenhaus |
| Drums | John M Keane |
| Guitar | Mike Landau |
| Keyboards | Michael Omartian |
Produced By
Michael Omartian
Songwriters
Doug James
Michael Bolton
Charts
US:#1
UK:#3