Prince's original recording was essentially a duet, and the intermingling voices made the song seem far warmer than it really is. O'Connor stripped it of its funk roots and delivered a solo vocal of astonishing power and clarity. It's so good that, in the video she actually made herself cry.) The synthesizer notes in the last third haven't aged well, but O'Connor's singing still amazes.
Valentine's Day is for lovers. It's also for people with broken, bitter hearts who hate all those lovers. Whichever camp you fall into on February 14, Time.com has a list for you from the songs you need to ease the pain to the movies that will sweep you up in a romance nearly as epic as your own. Treat yourself to some chocolate and browse away