Whitney Houston’s voice is special. She was discovered at a young age. Became unstoppable in the 80s.She has been remembered even after her death , she will forever have made her mark in the music industry
The best Whitney houston songs
- How Will i Know-George Merril and Shannon Rubicam wrote this song , they were a romantic couple . The backing vocals are performed by Whitney Houston mother Cissy Houston. Her mother was also a singer, taught her how to sing. Cissy being in the Music industry already singing backup for elvis , meaning she hd an idea of what the Music business would be
- I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)-Narada Michael walden produced this song , he revealed Whitney came up with Don’t you wanna dance , say you wanna dance. Prince Harry and Meghan markle chose this song as their first dance at the evening reception . George Merril and Shannon wrote this song too
- Saving All My Love for you-The song was originally recorded by Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr who released it on their 1978 album, the lyrics are written by Gerry Goffin and the music by Michael Masser. Cissy houston wasn’t sure if she wanted her daughter to sin about adultery. She won her first grammy award for this song in 1986
- When You Believe –The song is the main theme of the 1998 Dream work movie The prince of Egypt.It was written by Babyface , Stephen Schwartz.They ended up recording this song separately . They both wanted to work with Babyface . The song won an Oscar.
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The Best Whitney Houston songs
- So Emotional-Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly recorded little like the final product . However , signers will always make chnaged, in order for the song to suit their sound. At this time clive davis was looking for good pop material for Whitney. The original version had a prince style of it, because they were big fans of his
- The Greatest Love of all-The song was written by Linda creed and Michael Masser. Linda was recovering from Breast cancerwhen they wrote this song in 1977. It was originally recorded by George Benson. In 1985 it was re-recorded by Whitney houston . Linda didn’t see the song chart,because she passed away. The song was featured in the movie 1977 Muhammad ali,The greatest. Linda got the inspiration from her own children , she believes children are the future
- I Will Always Love you-Dolly parton wrote the Original version of the song in 1974.The song was featured in the movie , The Bodyguard/Whitney was suppose to record a cover of Jimmy Ruffin What Becomes of the Brokenhearted as the lead single from the Bodyguard.Elvis presley wanted to record this song .Howeve r he wanted half of the publishing rights. Dolly parton didn’t agree.
- I’m Your Baby Tonight-Whitney houston had a 3 year break after recording this song, the label felt she was loosing touch with her Black audience.Whitney performed this song on Saturday Night live . There is also a japanese version of the song. La reid and Babyface wanted to come up with something that was different from what she normally do. They wanted to give her a new direction.
Rodney Jerkins
The best Whitney Houston songs
- It’s not Right But It’s Okay-Rodney Jerkins co-wrote and produced the song, the song is part of Whitney houston 1998 album My love Is your love. This was adifferent sound from what we hear of Whitney , in th erly 90s and late 80s we were hearing lots of Pop. Mariah carey at this point wanted to collab with Hip hop rappers , and it ended up working really well.
- You Give Good Love-Clive davis wantd this song to intrduce her to Black audience.But he was shocked and it became a pop Hit.Whitney houston was able to cater to many different audience because of her extraurdinary voice.
- Run To You-The song was actually a break up song written by one of the songwriters, Jud Friedman; Allan Rich was going through it. The song was then re-written into a love song. British singer released a cover of the song Run to you.
- I’m Every Woman-This was Whitney houston second song from Arista records. her version adds the introduction whatever you want , whatever you need that where she contributed to the song
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The best Whitney Houston songs
- Didn’t We Almost Have it All-The song was written by Michael Masser and Will Jennings . Whitney was supposed to do a cover of the Isley Brothers’ ” For the Love of You, ” and it was the second song on the album. However , the record label decided to release Didn’t we almost have it all.
- All at Once-This was Whitney houston first hit in the Netherands in April of 1985 and 1987. The song is about n unforgettable finished love.it was released as a single in Japan. It had lots of radio plays in in the United states even though it wasn’t released officially released here. Whitney houston fame was growing all over the world. If you have a voice that s unique you can do well in does countries
- Where do Broken Hearts go-Whitney at first didn’t think a song about a woman trying to convince her boyfriend to come back to her had enough. But clive davis assured her that the song would be successful. Frank always wanted to write a song for Whitney , he sat there at the piano and in 40 minutes 90 percent of the song was done. Artist who know how to play an instrument with with writting,always write the best songsThat because they have the skills when it comes to hearing the sound of Music which most people don’t have
- A Song For you-Donny Hathaway recorded the best known version that was released an analbum in 1971.Strgate produced the song and turned it into an upbet song. This was recorded the night before the listening partty for the reveal of I Look To you.
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The Best Whitney Houston songs
- Heartbreak Hotel-The song was actually recorded for Tlc third album, FanMail.It was then recorded by Whitney. Tlc rejected the song Faith evans and Kelly price are the good bend when it comes to their voices together with Whitney. Faith was doign well in the 90s and so is Kelly . It makes sense for tem to collaborate together
- I Have Nothing-David forster wrote this song with Linda Thompson.Linda dated Elvi presley from 1972-1976.He insired the lyrics I have Nothing.She wrote the lyrics from the point of view of Elvis presley she quotes I had to write this lyric around Whitney Houston, who was the female diva in The Bodyguard, so I took some of the happenings and some of my feelings about having lived with Elvis and wrote about it.”
- Hold me with Teddy Pendergrass-The song is a duet with Teddy.Hold me was the first recording released on May 1984 it agve her first level of success it became a top 5 R&b hit.
- One Moment In Time-This became the theme song for the NBC’s coverage of the 1988 Olympics from Seoul, South Korea.Whitney houston songs could be used for many things. Because she had the voice.That why her International presense is so big, because she wasn’t scared to break into a particular market.
Babyface
The best Whitney Houston songs
- Miracle-The song was written by La reid and baby face
- My Love Is your love-The song was written by Wyclef jean and Jerry Duplessis. The backing vocals are from the Family friends community choir . Wyclef found success from the fugees, and he branched out with songwriting
- All The Man That I Need-The song was written by Dean pitchford and michaelgore and it was for the singer Linda clifford.Linda version wasn’t as popular , the song was recorded again by sister sledge s a duet with David simmons.The song became very popular when clive davis heard the song. Decided tht Whitney should sing thi.Clive davis had a good ear of sound when it comes to Whitney. He knew the sound that would make sense for Whitney most f the songs that he picked for her. Ended up becomign songs that are very big
- Love will save the day-The song didn’t have a music video. However , it still became a successful song
Feature
- For The Love of You-It’s the 9th song on the album from whitney houston second album.The song was suppose to be for The Isley Brothers for their 13 album The heat is On. Whitney version of the song earned a nomination for Best female r7b vocal performance at te 1988 Grammy awards.
- Step by Step-The song was originally recorded by a scottish singer , whitney houston then did a cover of the song 4 years later .It was featured in the Preachers movie.
- Queen of the Night-It was produced by Babyface and La reid it was the 5th and final single for the Bodyguard film
- Count On me featuring Cece Winans-“Forest Whitaker gave me a call because he was directing Waiting To Exhale and was interested in me scoring the film, as well as writing songs. Knowing it was a Whitney film, it was kind of expected that she’d sing, but it wasn’t a guarantee. But she did have rights to decide who would be a part of the soundtrack. Everyone was chosen or agreed to by Whitney. She wnted to do somthing with Cece
Exhale
- Why Does It hurt so Bad-The song is written for the movie Exhale. Whitney didn’t want to participate in the soundtrack. But when she found out Babyface would be apart.That when she decided to join. Babyface has been part of her Music career for a long time. Known how to make sure that the Music sound good.When you have that resepct in the Music industry. People will love you for the rest of their whole life. She wasn’t in the mood to sing Why it hurts so bad. Some people feel this is when the troubles with Bobby brown begun
- I Learned From the Best-The song is written by Diane warren it was featured on the 4th album My Love is Your love released in 1998.
- If I Told You That-This song was featured on My Love Is Your Love album, produced by Darkchild.The song was acually suppose to be a duet with Michael Jackson.However , michael decided not to do it.Whitney did it on her own. But imagine if they collaborated together. How amazing that would be for the world.
- One of Those Days-The song samples Isley brothers Between the Sheets from 1983. Whitney performed the song in Good morning America
- Million Dollar bill-Alicia keys wrote this song for Whitney houston. Whitney houston wanted to work with Alicia keys from the time she performed at one of Clive davis parties. At this time she had the No one song out. It was the only record on the Radio that inspired her. The song samples Loleatta Holloway’s 1977 we’re getting stronger(the longer we stay together). Whitney is an artist that has inspired Alicia from the time she was a little girl. For her to work with Whitney it’s almost like a dream
Soundtrack
- His Eye Is On the Sparrow-The song is on the soundtrack for the film Sparkle 4 months after Whitney houston passed away. The song is written by Civilla and Charles in 1905. It has been recorded by Mahalia Jackson
- I Look To You-Whitney was asked who this song addressed during a conversation and she quotes Somebody bigger that you and i. The song was performed at Whitney houston funeral
- I didn’t know my Own strenght-During the early 2000’s whitney houston was going through a lot when it comes to her marriage and even professionally; the song talks about how she was able to survive the darkest hour and how she was able to pick herself up
- Could i Have this kiss forever-It was with Whitney houstonon 1999’s “Could I Have This Kiss Forever”. I was so young and extremely nervous, but she made it so easy. She was so sweet, caring and loving. I remember that first hug. It was very genuine.”The song was not suppose to be a duet.. And he says, “Why don’t you do it with Whitney?” So we did, and it turned out fantastic. This was a good international duet. Soem f us think about how different languages culd turn out in songs. This worked very well. Because Erique is also talented
