10 Songs You Didn't Know Whitney Houston Performed But Didn’t Write

10 Songs You Didn't Know Whitney Houston Performed But Didn’t Write

Whitney Houston, one of the greatest vocalists of all time, was known for her powerful voice and emotional delivery. While she recorded numerous iconic songs, she did not write most of them. Here are ten of her biggest hits that were written by other songwriters.  

#### **1. "I Will Always Love You" (1992)**  

Originally written and recorded by **Dolly Parton** in 1973, this song became Whitney’s signature hit after she recorded it for *The Bodyguard* soundtrack. Her emotional delivery turned it into one of the best-selling singles of all time.  

#### **2. "Greatest Love of All" (1985)**  

This song was originally recorded by **George Benson** in 1977 and written by **Michael Masser and Linda Creed**. Whitney’s version became a global anthem about self-love and resilience.  

#### **3. "Saving All My Love for You" (1985)**  

Written by **Michael Masser and Gerry Goffin**, this song was first recorded by **Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.** in 1978 before Whitney made it a Grammy-winning hit.  

#### **4. "How Will I Know" (1985)**  

This upbeat pop classic was written by **George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam**, the duo behind Boy Meets Girl. Originally meant for Janet Jackson, it became one of Whitney’s early career-defining hits.  

#### **5. "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" (1987)**  

Another song written by **George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam**, this dance anthem was a massive hit from Whitney’s *Whitney* album, showcasing her fun and energetic side.  

#### **6. "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" (1988)**  

Written by **Frank Wildhorn and Chuck Jackson**, this emotional ballad became a No. 1 hit, though Whitney initially wasn’t fond of it. Her powerful performance, however, made it unforgettable.  

#### **7. "I’m Every Woman" (1992)**  

Originally recorded by **Chaka Khan** in 1978, this song was written by **Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson**. Whitney’s version, featured on *The Bodyguard* soundtrack, became an empowering anthem.  

#### **8. "Run to You" (1992)**  

This beautiful ballad from *The Bodyguard* soundtrack was written by **Jud Friedman and Allan Rich**. It was initially meant as an uptempo song, but was reworked into a powerful love ballad.  

#### **9. "Exhale (Shoop Shoop)" (1995)**  

Written by **Babyface**, this song was recorded for the *Waiting to Exhale* soundtrack. Its laid-back R&B groove and heartfelt lyrics made it a standout hit.  

#### **10. "My Love Is Your Love" (1998)**  

Written and produced by **Wyclef Jean and Jerry Duplessis**, this song had a reggae-infused sound and became one of Whitney’s most beloved late-career hits.  

Though Whitney Houston didn’t write these songs, her incredible voice and emotional depth made each one uniquely hers.