Whitney – Whitney Houston (Vinyl 12" LP)
Released in 1987, Whitney is the chart-dominating sophomore album that solidified Whitney Houston’s global superstardom. Building on the success of her debut, the album blends powerhouse ballads with high-energy pop and dance tracks, crafted with precision by a team of top producers including Narada Michael Walden and Michael Masser. It made history with Houston becoming the first female artist to debut at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200—and the first to achieve seven consecutive No. 1 singles.
Key Highlights
- Features signature hits such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)”, “Didn’t We Almost Have It All”, and “So Emotional”
- Seamless blend of pop, R&B, and adult contemporary with vibrant '80s production
- Earned Houston two American Music Awards and a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year
- Often reissued on 180g vinyl with original artwork and remastered sound
- Certified multi-platinum in multiple countries, including the UK and US
Tracklisting
Side A
1. I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)
2. Just the Lonely Talking Again
3. Love Will Save the Day
4. Didn’t We Almost Have It All
5. So Emotional
Side B
1. Where You Are
2. Love Is a Contact Sport
3. You’re Still My Man
4. For the Love of You
5. Where Do Broken Hearts Go
6. I Know Him So Well
Fun Fact
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” was originally met with scepticism by label executives—until it became one of Houston’s biggest and most enduring hits worldwide.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- A landmark pop album that captures Whitney Houston at her vocal and commercial peak
- High-fidelity vinyl editions bring clarity to the album’s dynamic range and studio detail
- A must-have for fans of '80s pop, diva vocals, and polished R&B production
- Cultural significance as one of the defining records of a decade and an era of pop dominance
Whitney is a dazzling display of vocal firepower, emotional depth, and pop brilliance—an essential record for collectors of classic 1980s music on vinyl.