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: This was notably the final time Michael's mother, Lesley, saw him perform live before her death, adding a layer of historical poignancy to the recording. Releases and Recognition
: Backed by an acoustic band and orchestra, the performance was so technically perfect that the live recording (with crowd applause edited out) was used as the official single release.
: Many music critics and vocal coaches cite this performance as evidence of Michael's transition from a pop idol to a master of soul and jazz-inflected adult contemporary music.
: The song’s theme of unrequited love resonated deeply with Michael during this period, following the loss of his partner, Anselmo Feleppa.
Experience the raw emotion of George Michael's most celebrated live performance: George Michael - I Can't Make You Love Me (Live) 41M views · 10 years ago YouTube · georgemichaelVEVO
: While it did not appear on the original Older album, it was featured on the 1998 compilation Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael and the deluxe reissue of Listen Without Prejudice / MTV Unplugged .
: Released as a double A-side with the track "Older" in January 1997.
: This was notably the final time Michael's mother, Lesley, saw him perform live before her death, adding a layer of historical poignancy to the recording. Releases and Recognition
: Backed by an acoustic band and orchestra, the performance was so technically perfect that the live recording (with crowd applause edited out) was used as the official single release.
: Many music critics and vocal coaches cite this performance as evidence of Michael's transition from a pop idol to a master of soul and jazz-inflected adult contemporary music.
: The song’s theme of unrequited love resonated deeply with Michael during this period, following the loss of his partner, Anselmo Feleppa.
Experience the raw emotion of George Michael's most celebrated live performance: George Michael - I Can't Make You Love Me (Live) 41M views · 10 years ago YouTube · georgemichaelVEVO
: While it did not appear on the original Older album, it was featured on the 1998 compilation Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael and the deluxe reissue of Listen Without Prejudice / MTV Unplugged .
: Released as a double A-side with the track "Older" in January 1997.