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The production was led by , who drew sonic inspiration from the "high-pocket trumpets" of the Beatles' "Penny Lane" and the rhythmic drive of the film Chariots of Fire to evoke the feeling of an athlete in motion. The Performance: Vocal Mastery

Tasked by NBC to create a theme for their Olympic coverage, veteran songwriters and John Bettis wrote the track in just an hour. Hammond famously imagined the melody being sung in the "lavish style" of Elvis Presley . Whitney Houston - One Moment In Time

Whitney Houston: The Legacy of "One Moment in Time" "One Moment in Time" is a worldwide anthem of empowerment, perseverance, and self-belief. Originally recorded by for the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea, the song has transcended its sporting origins to become one of the most iconic motivational ballads in music history. The Origin: An Olympic Vision The production was led by , who drew

"One Moment in Time" remains the only Olympic anthem to reach the top five of the , peaking at number five. Whitney Houston: The Legacy of "One Moment in

: It reached #1 in the UK and West Germany, becoming Houston's third UK chart-topper.