34 Years Ago, This Bryan Adams Song Spent Seven Weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100

34 Years Ago: Bryan Adams' Song Dominated the Charts

Bryan Adams’ hit Everything I Do (I Do It for You) topped the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, becoming one of the most iconic ballads of the 1990s.

Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and Its Soundtrack Success

In 1991, the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner, was a box office hit, earning $390.5 million worldwide from a budget of $48–60 million. Though Costner's performance received mixed reviews, the movie became a beloved family-friendly adventure that resonated across generations.

The film’s soundtrack played a significant role in its widespread appeal, surpassing even the movie’s own commercial success in some ways.

The Power of Bryan Adams' Iconic Ballad

Adams’ song, (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, was created specifically for the film and featured on his sixth studio album, Waking Up the Neighbours. The track led the movie’s soundtrack and became a massive success by selling 15 million copies worldwide.

"Surprisingly, for a song that sold 15 million copies and spent seven weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100, '(Everything I Do) I Do It For You' took only 45 minutes to draft up."

Adams collaborated closely with producer Mutt Lange and began the song using a tape provided by the film's soundtrack composer, Michael Kamen.

Legacy of a Timeless Hit

More than three decades later, this ballad remains a defining moment in Bryan Adams' career and a highlight of 90s pop culture.

”(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” is the gem behind the massive success of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

Author's summary: Bryan Adams’ 1991 ballad, created in just 45 minutes, dominated the Billboard charts and became integral to the enduring popularity of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

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Collider Collider — 2025-11-06

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