About the Song
Celine Dion’s performance of “Immortality” at the 2017 Grammy tribute concert, Stayin’ Alive: A Grammy Salute to the Music of the Bee Gees, was a deeply emotional and memorable moment. The song, originally recorded with the Bee Gees in 1997, holds significant personal meaning for Dion, and her rendition at the tribute was a heartfelt tribute to the Gibb brothers.
During the performance, Dion dedicated the song to Barry Gibb and in memory of his brothers Robin and Maurice. As she sang, images of the Bee Gees were projected behind her, and she approached Barry Gibb in the audience, singing directly to him. This intimate gesture brought Barry to tears, highlighting the deep emotional connection between the artists and the profound impact of the song.
The performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and the powerful connection between Dion and the Gibb family. It was a poignant tribute to the Bee Gees’ legacy and their enduring influence on music.
