“I Get Weak” is a song by American singer Belinda Carlisle, released in January 1988 as the second single from her successful album Heaven on Earth. The song was written by renowned songwriter Diane Warren, who has penned numerous hits for various artists.
Musically, “I Get Weak” is a pop-rock ballad with a powerful, emotional delivery. It features lush production typical of the late 1980s, with soaring vocals from Carlisle, prominent synthesizers, and a strong, catchy melody that complements the song’s theme of intense romantic feelings.
Lyrically, “I Get Weak” explores the vulnerability that comes with falling deeply in love. The narrator expresses how being near the person she loves makes her feel weak and overwhelmed by emotion. The lyrics capture the tension between desire and vulnerability, making the song relatable for anyone who has experienced the intensity of love.
“I Get Weak” was a commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. It also charted well internationally, further establishing Belinda Carlisle as a leading pop star of the 1980s following the success of her earlier hit, “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.”