Whitney Houston Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Didn’t We Almost Have It AllWhitney Houston15rank/position

Whitney Houston – Didn’t We Almost Have It All (Official Live Video)

Whitney Houston, the American songstress who shone brilliantly in the 1980s.

Among her many hit songs, a considerable number of people say their favorite is Didn’t We Almost Have It All.

Released in 1987, the song reached number one on the U.S.

charts.

With her powerful voice and expressive delivery, she sings of lingering feelings toward a lover on the verge of parting.

Do You Hear What I Hear?Whitney Houston16rank/position

Do You Hear What I Hear

“Do You Hear What I Hear?” is a song composed in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis—which shocked the world at the time—with the aim of calling for peace.

Since it sings about the birth of Jesus Christ, it’s perfectly suited for Christmas.

In 1987, Whitney Houston covered the song, including it on the Christmas-themed compilation album A Very Special Christmas.

Her voice, set against rich backing vocals, has an outstanding presence and pairs beautifully with the sparkling, quintessentially ’80s sound.

It’s a track I especially recommend to anyone who wants to spend Christmas with a pure heart.

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How Will I KnowWhitney Houston17rank/position

Whitney Houston – How Will I Know (Live from Welcome Home Heroes with Whitney Houston)

This is a classic Western pop song by Whitney Houston, whose overwhelming vocal sensibility and smooth singing voice create an exceptionally pleasant listening experience and have earned her immense trust.

With a refreshing, deeply flavorful mood, it’s a piece you’ll want to listen to on a cloudy day.

Count On MeWhitney Houston, CeCe Winans18rank/position

Whitney Houston, CeCe Winans – Count On Me (Official HD Video)

A gem of a duet ballad by two divas with gospel roots, Whitney Houston and CeCe Winans.

Speaking powerfully yet gently to a friend going through tough times—“You can always lean on me”—this song is truly one of the defining friendship anthems of the ’90s.

The harmony woven by Whitney’s overwhelming expressive power and CeCe’s warm, embracing vocals is breathtaking.

The track was created for the 1995 film “Waiting to Exhale” and was released as a single in March 1996 from the soundtrack album “Waiting to Exhale: Original Soundtrack Album.” It became a major hit, peaking at No.

8 on the U.S.

charts.

When you want to reconnect with the bond you share with a dear friend, why not take the time to listen closely?

I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOUWhitney Houston（Hoittonī Hyūsuton）19rank/position

Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You – Lyrics

It became a huge hit as the movie’s theme song, and in Japan in particular this track leaves a powerful impression.

For people in their 30s and older like me, this love song and the film hold something special.

If you sing it at karaoke, it will definitely heat up at the chorus.

It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna BeAretha Franklin, Whitney Houston20rank/position

It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna Be (Official Music Video)

A collaboration between Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston.

Released as a single in 1989, it became a hit in the United States, Canada, Ireland, the Netherlands, and other countries.

A remix version by Teddy Riley was also released.

25 Greatest HitsWhitney Houston21rank/position

Whitney Houston – 25 Greatest Hits

A gem of a compilation album packed with signature songs by legendary American songstress Whitney Houston.

With her powerful, soulful voice and commanding vocal prowess, she captivated fans across and beyond R&B and pop.

The tracklist includes classics themed around love and self-empowerment such as “Saving All My Love for You” and “Greatest Love of All.” Released in May 2000, it became a massive hit, selling over 8 million copies worldwide.

It also features “I Will Always Love You,” famous as the theme song of the film The Bodyguard.

A perfect pick-me-up when you’re feeling down or need a boost.