The track cemented Diane Warren as the queen of the "power ballad." She written it specifically with the idea of a universal longing, making it the ultimate wedding song—and ironically, one of the most popular funeral songs—of the late 90s. 3. By The Numbers
The certification for Rimes’ single, a massive feat for a ballad in the late 90s. 4. Why It Still Sticks How Do I Live Without U
Its ranking on Billboard’s All-Time Top 100 list as of 2018. The track cemented Diane Warren as the queen
The most fascinating part of the song’s history is its dual release. How Do I Live Without U
The amount of time LeAnn Rimes’ version stayed on the Billboard Hot 100.