“I Hate You Then I Love You” is one of the most dramatic songs on Céline Dion’s 1997 album Let’s Talk About Love. It brings two powerful voices together: Céline, the queen of emotional pop, and Luciano Pavarotti, the legendary opera tenor.
The song begins softly with Céline. Her voice is clear and controlled, explaining the pain of a complicated love. Then Pavarotti enters, his tone booming and full of passion. Their contrast is immediate—she sings like a conversation, he sings like a grand opera performance.
As the music builds, their voices start “arguing.” Céline pushes harder, matching Pavarotti’s energy. The orchestra swells with strings and percussion, mirroring the tension. The lyrics repeat a cycle of love and frustration: “I hate you… then I love you.” You can feel the relationship twisting back and forth.
In the final section, they blend instead of clash. Céline soars into high notes, and Pavarotti meets her with powerful harmonies. It feels like two different worlds finally agreeing. The ending fades gently, as if both characters are tired but still holding on to love.
Short, intense, and unforgettable—this duet shows how two opposite voices can create a single, passionate story.
