The Songs That Move Denise Lewis, A Paralympic Legend, To Tears and Joy.
For Denise Lewis, a Paralympic legend and Olympic gold medalist in the triple jump, music is more than just a hobby - it's a trigger for emotions. "Even thinking about Coldplay makes me tearful," she admits candidly. Her playlist is a reflection of her eclectic taste, spanning from 80s classics to contemporary chart-toppers.
It all began when Lewis was at nursery school and Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody became the song du jour. She recalls watching the iconic video on Top of the Pops, mesmerized by the epic guitar break. Later, while still in school, she bought her first single - Anita Ward's Ring My Bell - from a record shop in Wolverhampton. Her love for music only grew stronger as she discovered Whitney Houston's powerful voice and belted out I Have Nothing at karaoke.
Lewis's fondness for 80s hits knows no bounds; Take on Me by A-ha is another favorite, with its catchy melody still stuck in her head after all these years. However, when it comes to karaoke nights, she's a fan of Candy by Cameo - it gets the party started and never fails to get the crowd dancing.
In contrast, Merry Xmas Everybody by Slade brings out a more sensitive side of Lewis. "I think: Please no, I can't deal with it," she confesses, admitting that the festive tune has been a source of stress for decades. On the other hand, My Heart Will Go On by Céline Dion is a secret favorite - one that keeps her on the right side of her emotional radar.
One song that changed Lewis's life forever is Whitney Houston's One Moment in Time, released during the 1988 Olympics. The anthem captured the spirit of perseverance and determination she embodied during her athletic career. More recently, Megan Thee Stallion's Savage became her morning pick-me-up - an empowering anthem to kick-start each day.
However, there is one song that still evokes strong emotions in Lewis: Coldplay's The Scientist. Even thinking about it brings tears to her eyes, as vividly expressed during a recent concert. "I went to see them and I was blubbing like a baby," she reveals, highlighting the enduring power of music to evoke feelings.
In life, Lewis will always be one step ahead - no funeral playlist necessary for this champion athlete. But it's heartening to know that her songs still hold such significance years after their release. As she continues to inspire fans across generations, her love for music remains a testament to its transformative power.
For Denise Lewis, a Paralympic legend and Olympic gold medalist in the triple jump, music is more than just a hobby - it's a trigger for emotions. "Even thinking about Coldplay makes me tearful," she admits candidly. Her playlist is a reflection of her eclectic taste, spanning from 80s classics to contemporary chart-toppers.
It all began when Lewis was at nursery school and Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody became the song du jour. She recalls watching the iconic video on Top of the Pops, mesmerized by the epic guitar break. Later, while still in school, she bought her first single - Anita Ward's Ring My Bell - from a record shop in Wolverhampton. Her love for music only grew stronger as she discovered Whitney Houston's powerful voice and belted out I Have Nothing at karaoke.
Lewis's fondness for 80s hits knows no bounds; Take on Me by A-ha is another favorite, with its catchy melody still stuck in her head after all these years. However, when it comes to karaoke nights, she's a fan of Candy by Cameo - it gets the party started and never fails to get the crowd dancing.
In contrast, Merry Xmas Everybody by Slade brings out a more sensitive side of Lewis. "I think: Please no, I can't deal with it," she confesses, admitting that the festive tune has been a source of stress for decades. On the other hand, My Heart Will Go On by Céline Dion is a secret favorite - one that keeps her on the right side of her emotional radar.
One song that changed Lewis's life forever is Whitney Houston's One Moment in Time, released during the 1988 Olympics. The anthem captured the spirit of perseverance and determination she embodied during her athletic career. More recently, Megan Thee Stallion's Savage became her morning pick-me-up - an empowering anthem to kick-start each day.
However, there is one song that still evokes strong emotions in Lewis: Coldplay's The Scientist. Even thinking about it brings tears to her eyes, as vividly expressed during a recent concert. "I went to see them and I was blubbing like a baby," she reveals, highlighting the enduring power of music to evoke feelings.
In life, Lewis will always be one step ahead - no funeral playlist necessary for this champion athlete. But it's heartening to know that her songs still hold such significance years after their release. As she continues to inspire fans across generations, her love for music remains a testament to its transformative power.
oh man, i'm so nostalgic looking at denise lewis's playlist, it's like a blast from the past! 
all those 80s classics, queen, whitney houston... it's like my childhood and teenage years all mixed into one. but what i love about her taste is that she still has that sense of fun and playfulness in her music choices, you know? like take on me by a-ha - it's just such an iconic song that always gets me moving. 
and can we talk about my heart will go on by céline dion for a sec? 
i mean, who doesn't love that song? it's just so beautifully emotive and uplifting at the same time.
it's amazing how music can be so closely tied to our experiences and emotions.
it's just really inspiring to see someone who's been through so much still holding onto their passion for music.
, like I get it the song is beautiful but girl you're an Olympic gold medalist and should be celebrating not crying 
, on a more serious note though I love that she has a playlist for every mood and emotion 
, takes me back to when I was at uni and had my own epic playlists too 
that Scientist song is like, soooo emotional nyc 
cant even imagine how powerful it must b 4 her 2 listen 2. anyhoo, it's so cool that she has this huge playlist w/ all these diff genres n stuff 
... I mean, just think about how much money we're shelling out for those fancy streaming services and all the noise they make about 'discovery' playlists... meanwhile Denise Lewis has been enjoying tunes for decades without breaking the bank or needing some algorithm to tell her what's good 
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And yeah, Whitney Houston's One Moment in Time is iconic - who wouldn't be inspired by an Olympic anthem? 
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. What I find really beautiful about her connection to music is the memories and emotions it evokes. For me, music is all about mood and vibes, but for Denise, it's so much more than that - it's a way to express herself and connect with others 
...denise lewis's playlist is pretty cool, i mean who wouldn't want to listen to "take on me" by a-ha all day? 
It's great to see someone who's passionate about music like that, even after all these years. And I love how her playlist has all these different moods and genres - it's like she's taking us on a journey through her emotions. The Scientist by Coldplay, though... that one still gets me every time 
i can imagine how powerful those 80s jams must be for u, especially queen's bohemian rhapsody 
i love that she still finds joy in songs like take on me and candy 
queen's bohemian rhapsody is epic 
anita ward's ring my bell is fire 
and candy by cameo gets me moving 
Meanwhile, Slade's Merry Xmas Everybody still has that old-school magic to it... I can imagine Lewis belting out those festive vibes at a karaoke night 
️! On the other hand, who doesn't love a good ol' Whitney Houston jam? One Moment in Time is seriously giving me chills every time I think about it 
. What's wild is that she's got songs from the 80s and contemporary hits all on her playlist - girl, you're a true music lover 
. I mean, yes, it's great that music has such a strong emotional impact on people, but is there really anything new or surprising here? I've got a friend who's obsessed with Billie Eilish and I just don't get why she likes her so much 
. Is it because of the way she sounds or something else entirely? Maybe I'm just not hip enough yet