About The Song
“Unchained Melody” is a timeless classic song popularized by the American duo The Righteous Brothers (Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield) in 1965. Though it was originally written by Alex North and Hy Zaret for the 1955 film “Unchained”. Reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US and peaked at number 4 in the UK Singles Chart.
The lyrics express a deep yearning for the return of a loved one and the pain of separation. Despite the time and distance, the singer’s love remains strong and unwavering. The song leaves the ending open to interpretation, raising the question of whether the love will be rekindled.