When it comes to Whitney's music, most refer to her classic and effortlessly sung ballads. I do as well, but my all-time personal favorites, the ones attached to cherished moments and feelings in my life, are the ones that brought the funk and edge. Yes, Whitney has funk and edge in her catalog. Below are 9 of my hand-picked cuts and why I adore them so much. As I felt with the passing of Michael Jackson, I felt I lost a piece of my childhood when Whitney died. It all seems like a bad dream that shouldn't be a reality. I always shake my head when thought that she's gone comes to me. It just doesn't seem right. When I saw Yolanda Adams performing "Count On Me" with CeCe Winans at the Grammy's tribute special, "We Will Always Love You" in 2012, it really hit home. Just to hear someone else in her place for that duet...it broke my heart, to say the least. It's all still so hard to accept and I don't know if I ever will. Please continue to keep her family and friends in your thoughts and prayers, as well as all of our other beloved entertainers who have to cope with everyday-life struggles under the lights.
| Queen of the Night-When I was little, I thought I was grown and a talented diva. The ultimate sass anthem, this was my proclamation. My favorite line is "Well, I ain't nobody's angel; what can I say? Well, I'm just that way." | I'm Your Baby Tonight-My favorite song ever, period, the end, no questions asked. Likely because this was my 1st vivid memory of her. |
| It's Not Right, But It's Okay-This STILL bumps! GOOD FREAKIN' R&B. I swear R&B isn't as hot anymore. Plus, she looked amazing in this video. Million Dollar Bill-LOVE THIS. Written by the talented and beautiful Alicia Keys and produced by Swizz Beatz, it's also such an upbeat/feel-good song. Exhale (Shoop, Shoop)-This song is like a smooth glass of wine. Calming and it makes you feel like your floating. Thanks Babyface. My Name is Not Susan-My daddy loves this song.:) | One of Those Days-I always feel so light and airy when I listen to this. The definition of a feel-good song. Get It Back-Produced by Rodney Jerkins. The track was FIRE. Has Rodney done anything HOT since the early 2000's? I'm Every Woman-Gotta love female power-anthems. The slow build-up is my favorite part. Don't let Whitney cover your song unless you're prepared for everyone to forget you originally sung it. Sorry, Chaka. |
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