A Special Tribute to Whitney Houston (1963-2012)

Posted on the 12 February 2012 by Melodicwisdom

I heard about Whitney’s death tonight on Facebook shortly after the news broke. All I could think was, ”I really hope this isn’t true.” I felt complete shock and disbelief thereafter. Whitney was a true inspiration with a voice that can never be forgotten. Tonight’s entry is dedicated to her memory.

I Will Always Love You was written and released by Dolly Parton in 1973. In 1992, Whitney recorded the song for The Bodyguard soundtrack in which she also starred with Kevin Costner. The single went to #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and stayed there for 14 weeks, her longest running single on the charts. It was voted #68 on Billboard’s 100 Greatest Songs of All Time and was a huge success overseas as well.

We’ve lost the Queen of Pop, Heaven has gained another beautiful person with an amazing gift. May she rest in peace.

Whitney Elizabeth Houston
August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012
We Will Always Love You…