Happy Valentine's Day! 😍 February 14, 1985 (38 years ago today) Whitney's debut studio album titled 'Whitney Houston' was released by Arista Records! Rolling Stone described her as "one of the most exciting new voices in years", adding that .."her interpretive approach is what sets her apart." The album spent 14 weeks at the top of the Billboard 200 album charts and Whitney received 4 nominations at the 28th Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. The new reissued vinyl includes new liner n

40 years ago today on February 14, 1985, Arista Records released Whitney's debut album — ‘Whitney Houston’ and, as they say, the rest is history! After a 56-week climb, the album reached #1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart on March 8, 1986 where it remained for 14 weeks. It is one of the best-selling albums of all time — certified 14x Platinum by the RIAA in 2023, which includes a Diamond certification. It produced three #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, with over 25 million in worldwide sal

Whitney's 1991 Super Bowl XXV performance of The Star Spangled Banner is widely regarded as the greatest, most powerful rendition in NFL history, setting a gold standard! Her version, backed by The Florida Orchestra, combined soul and gospel with a slow-burn 4/4 tempo, changed from the traditional 3/4 waltz time tempo. Share if you agree!! #blackhistorymonth | Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston National Anthem Super Bowl Performance Video 1991