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Whitney Houston Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

This is a ranking of Whitney Houston’s most popular songs, including “I Will Always Love You,” the theme song of the hit film The Bodyguard, in which she also starred.

Born into a family of soul singers, she began singing gospel in church at age 11 and continued to thrive in her career until her sudden passing in 2012.

Let’s take a closer look at the popularity she achieved.

Whitney Houston Popular Song Rankings [2026] (21–30)

Amazing graceWhitney Houston22rank/position

It’s a famous gospel song that has been covered by many artists.

John Newton, who had been involved in the slave trade, changed his ways after his ship nearly wrecked, later became a minister, and wrote this song.

For this occasion, I chose Whitney Houston’s version.

CelebrateWhitney Houston23rank/position

Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks – Celebrate (From “Sparkle”) (Official Video)
CelebrateWhitney Houston

With bright, fun lyrics and a melody that makes you want to dance, it’s perfect for a title that means “celebrate.” Whitney Houston’s vocals are wonderful, too.

It’s a great recommendation for celebrations and perfect for livening up a summer birthday party.

Exhale (Shoop Shoop)Whitney Houston24rank/position

Whitney Houston – Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (Official HD Video)
Exhale (Shoop Shoop)Whitney Houston

An R&B track used in the romance film “Waiting to Exhale.” It was released as a single in 1995 by American singer and actress Whitney Houston and won a Grammy Award.

The track has been covered by artists such as Robin Thicke.

Heartbreak Hotel ft. Faith Evans, Kelly PriceWhitney Houston25rank/position

Whitney Houston – Heartbreak Hotel (Official HD Video) ft. Faith Evans, Kelly Price
Heartbreak Hotel ft. Faith Evans, Kelly PriceWhitney Houston

It’s a song released in 1998 by a now-departed songstress that became a hit.

It’s a classic where the R&B sound resonates deeply beneath a tender, heartfelt vocal performance.

The fact that it was nominated for two Grammy Awards—Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance—shows how much attention it received worldwide at the time.

I still can’t forget her powerful, piercing voice.

I Have NothingWhitney Houston26rank/position

Whitney Houston – I Have Nothing (Official HD Video)
I Have NothingWhitney Houston

This is a moving song by Whitney Houston that delivers an overwhelming sound through exquisite vocal work and a crystal-clear, transparent voice.

Its high level of musicality gently guides summer downer moods in a graceful direction, making it a piece of good music that stands out as an exceptionally beautiful track.

I Look to YouWhitney Houston27rank/position

Whitney Houston – I Look to You (Official HD Video)
I Look to YouWhitney Houston

This is a song that became the title track of the final album by the songstress Whitney Houston, who passed away in 2012.

Many listeners will likely be captivated by Whitney’s powerful yet warm delivery as she sings, “You made me strong.”

I Love the LordWhitney Houston28rank/position

I Love the Lord whitney houston gospel
I Love the LordWhitney Houston

This is a track by Whitney Houston, an American singer, producer, actress, and model.

It was used in the 1996 romantic comedy film The Preacher’s Wife, in which she co-starred with Denzel Washington.

It is a collaboration with The Georgia Mass Choir.