There was always something so hauntingly beautiful about "Viva Forever." Released in July 1998, it wasn't just another chart-topper—it was the end of an era. Marking their 7th UK #1, this track showed the world that the Spice Girls could do vulnerable and poignant just as well as high-energy "Girl Power".
Penned primarily by Geri Halliwell, the song was inspired by the memory of a summer romance on the Spanish Mediterranean coast. It was supposed to be a double A-side with "Never Give Up on the Good Times," but those plans were scrapped following Geri's sudden departure from the group in May 1998. Spice Girls - Viva Forever
It was the final single featuring Geri Halliwell before her initial departure from the band. There was always something so hauntingly beautiful about