Summary: Whitney Houston – Whitney is the debut studio album by American singer Whitney Houston, released in 1987. It is the best-selling debut album by a female artist in history and has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. The album features Houston’s signature soulful vocals and a mix of pop, R&B, and gospel styles. It includes some of her most popular songs, such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me), “Didn’t we almost have it all”, “So emotional”, and Where do broken hearts go”.

About the Artist: Whitney Houston was born in Newark, New Jersey on 9 August 1963. She began singing in the church choir at an early age, and her mother, Cissy Houston, was a gospel singer. Houston’s vocal style was heavily influenced by her gospel upbringing and she developed her own unique style of soulful singing. She began performing in small clubs in the late 1970s before signing with Arista Records in 1983. Her debut album, Whitney Houston – Whitney, was released in 1987 and was met with critical and commercial success.

About the Record: Whitney Houston – Whitney is a mix of pop, R&B, and gospel styles, showcasing Houston’s incredible vocal range and powerful delivery. It features some of her most popular songs, such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)”, “Didn’t we almost have it all”, “So emotional”, and Where do broken hearts go”. The album (this one is stereo) received widespread acclaim upon its release, and it is often cited as one of the greatest albums of all time. It was also the first album by an African-American female artist to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

About the Cover: The artwork of Whitney Houston – Whitney features a portrait of Houston on the front cover. The portrait was taken by photographer Randee St. Nicholas and was later used as the cover of Houston’s greatest hits album The Ultimate Collection. The portrait captures Houston’s beauty and grace and serves as a reminder of her incredible talent.

About the Lyrics and Music: The lyrics and music of Whitney Houston – Whitney are filled with emotion and soul. Houston’s lyrics explore themes of love, heartbreak, and self-empowerment, and her powerful delivery makes each song feel like a personal experience. Standout tracks include “Didn’t we almost have it all”, “So emotional”, Where do broken hearts go” and”I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me).”

Conclusion: Whitney Houston – Whitney is an essential album for any music fan. Houston’s incredible vocal range and powerful delivery make for an unforgettable listening experience. It is a timeless classic that will continue to be cherished for years to come.

Other Recommendations: Other records from Whitney Houston that would complement Whitney Houston – Whitney include I’m Your Baby Tonight, My Love Is Your Love, and The Bodyguard Soundtrack. Other similar artists include Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin, and Celine Dion.

About the tracklist. Side one:
I wanna dance with somebody (Who loves me)
Just the lonely talking again
Love will save the day
Didn’t we almost have it all
So Emotional
Side two:
Where you are
Love is a contact sport
You’re still my man
For the love of you
Where do broken hearts go
I know him so well