Unchained Melody – Emily Linge (Piano Cover)

About: Emily Linge

Emily Linge is a young, talented British-Norwegian singer and songwriter who grew up in Dubai. Born in 2007, she discovered her passion for music at an early age, inspired by her musically gifted family. Her mother, a professional vocalist, played a significant role in nurturing Emily’s love for music. Emily’s musical education includes learning from esteemed musicians such as Ovidio DeFerrari (piano) and Simon Tomkins (guitar).

Emily gained popularity by covering classic hits from bands like The Beatles and artists such as John Lennon, with her cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” becoming a viral success. In addition to covers, she has started releasing original music, with “Songbird” and “Morning Has Broken” being among her well-received tracks.

Beyond music, Emily is also passionate about painting, fitness, and tennis. She runs a successful YouTube channel with over 410,000 subscribers, where she shares both covers and original songs. Despite her young age, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her soulful voice and has amassed millions of views across her videos

About the Song: Unchained Melody

“Unchained Melody” is one of the most iconic love ballads of the 20th century. Written in 1955 by Alex North (music) and Hy Zaret (lyrics), it was originally composed for the little-known prison film Unchained. The song gained widespread recognition when it was recorded by multiple artists in the years that followed. Its most famous version, released by The Righteous Brothers in 1965, became a timeless hit, noted for its haunting melody and emotionally charged vocals delivered by Bobby Hatfield. His powerful tenor performance helped solidify the song’s place in pop culture history.

Lyrically, the song captures the longing and emotional depth of love and separation. The speaker expresses a deep yearning to be reunited with a loved one, marked by iconic lines such as “Oh, my love, my darling, I’ve hungered for your touch.” Its themes of devotion, time, and the pain of distance have resonated with listeners across generations, and the song has become synonymous with romantic nostalgia.

“Unchained Melody” saw a resurgence in popularity when it was featured in the 1990 film Ghost, during the famous pottery scene with Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. The Righteous Brothers‘ version re-entered the charts following the film’s release, further cementing the song’s legacy as a cultural touchstone