Whitney Houston: How Many Times Did She Rule the Charts? Buckle Up, It's a Hit Parade!
Whitney Houston. The name alone conjures up images of power vocals that could shatter glass and a smile that could melt glaciers. But beyond the legendary voice and dazzling charisma, there's another number that deserves a standing ovation: her chart-topping dominance.
So, grab your most fabulous sequined jacket (optional, but highly encouraged) and get ready to dive into the glorious world of Whitney's number ones.
The Queen of Pop (and the Billboard Hot 100): 11 Number Ones, No Maybe's
Eleven. That's right, folks, eleven times Whitney Houston soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. That's more number ones than there are spices in a fancy pumpkin spice latte. (Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration, but you get the point.)
Here's a taste of some of her chart-topping triumphs:
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"I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)": Because who doesn't want to boogie with someone who truly appreciates them? This song practically begged to be cranked up at every wedding reception in the 80s (and let's be honest, probably still does).
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"I Will Always Love You": This Dolly Parton cover became a monster ballad that showcased Whitney's powerhouse vocals and left a million mascara wands weeping. Fun fact: the bodyguard in question never actually sings this song in the movie, but hey, artistic license, right?
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Seven (!) Consecutive Number Ones: Now, buckle up for a record-breaking feat. Whitney, in a move that would make Beyoncé proud, scored seven consecutive number one hits. That's right, seven times in a row, she snatched the top spot. Basically, the Billboard Hot 100 just said, "Here, Whitney, take the crown. We're not worthy."
So Many Number Ones, They Deserve Their Own Awards Show
Whitney's number one collection is so impressive, it deserves its own award ceremony. Here are some potential categories:
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Most Likely to Make You Belt It Out in the Shower (Award Goes To...): A tie between pretty much all of them, but with an honorable mention to "Greatest Love of All."
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Most Likely to Cause a Spontaneous Dance Party: "I Wanna Dance With Somebody," duh.
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The Tearjerker Award: "I Will Always Love You," hands down. (BYOB tissues)
Whitney Houston's legacy isn't just about the number of hits she had, but the impact her music continues to have. But hey, those number ones are pretty darn impressive, too. So next time you hear a Whitney Houston song, take a moment to appreciate the chart-topping queen who brought us endless joy (and maybe a few tears).
