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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 Ranking [2026] (31–40)

Joy To The WorldWhitney Houston31rank/position

Mariah Carey – Joy to the World (Live at St. John the Divine)
Joy To The WorldWhitney Houston

The original song is the well-known Christmas hymn in Japanese, ‘Joy to the World’ (Morobito Kozorite).

It begins with a solemn, gentle solo, but once that ends, it suddenly shifts into an up-tempo gospel.

It’s a song from Whitney’s starring film, ‘The Preacher’s Wife.’

Million Dollar Bill (Freemasons Remix)Whitney Houston32rank/position

Million Dollar Bill – Whitney Houston (Freemasons)
Million Dollar Bill (Freemasons Remix)Whitney Houston

It’s a remix of a song Whitney Houston released in 2009.

When you think of Whitney, she’s famous for “I Will Always Love You,” right? The original song this remix is based on isn’t that well-known, but that actually makes it feel fresh.

Million Dollar Bill(Instrumental)Whitney Houston33rank/position

Whitney Houston – Million Dollar Bill (Instrumental Version)
Million Dollar Bill(Instrumental)Whitney Houston

With her piercingly beautiful vocals omitted, a funky phrase emerges.

The vibe feels more urban—moody yet not overly subdued—making it perfect for setting the scene at parties and events.

However, note that at the 3:21 mark all parts drop into a break and there’s a moment of silence, so exercise a bit of caution if you’re using it for a longer duration.

My Name Is Not SusanWhitney Houston34rank/position

Whitney Houston – My Name Is Not Susan (Rap Version) (Official Video)
My Name Is Not SusanWhitney Houston

I think if something like this really happened to me, I’d feel angry, sad, and conflicted.

The song is about a boyfriend sleeping next to you who says another woman’s name in his sleep.

If that happened, some women would definitely get angry.

But in quiet moments, I think it would also make you feel deeply sad and heartbroken.

O Holy NightWhitney Houston35rank/position

This song by Whitney Houston has also become a classic Christmas staple.

Since she has already passed away, I think even more people have special feelings toward this song.

Let her voice soothe you, and have a wonderful Christmas.