Whitney Houston: Born Before Fax Machines Were Cool, But Definitely After Disco Died
Ever belted out a shower rendition of "I Will Always Love You" that could shatter glass and wake the neighbors? Then you, my friend, are a Whitney Houston appreciator of the highest order. But when it comes to the finer details of her life, like, say, the year she graced the world with her voice, things might get a little fuzzy.
Fear not, fellow Houstonians (see what I did there?)! We're about to embark on a journey to uncover the truth, that glorious year Whitney Elizabeth Houston entered the world.
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| What Year Was Whitney Houston Born | 
Buckle Up, Because We're Going Back in Time (But Not That Far Back)
Now, some overzealous fans might try to tell you Whitney was born in the age of dinosaurs, belting out soulful lullabies to calm T-Rexes. Let's be honest, that would be pretty epic, but Whitney wasn't around for the Jurassic period.
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Here's the real tea: Whitney Houston was born on August 9, 1963. That means she arrived on the scene well after the whole poodle skirt and bobby sock craze, but definitely in time to witness the rise of disco. (Though, with a voice like hers, disco would have been bowing down to her in no time.)
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Why Do We Care When Whitney Was Born, Anyway?
Because, my friends, knowing when a legend like Whitney entered the world is like having a secret decoder ring to understanding pop culture history. 1963 tells us she grew up surrounded by the soulful sounds of Motown, the girl group revolution, and the early stirrings of rock and roll. These influences, no doubt, helped shape the powerhouse vocalist we all know and love.
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So there you have it! The mystery of Whitney Houston's birth year is cracked. Now you can go forth and confidently inform your friends that Whitney wasn't around for the moon landing (though I wouldn't put it past her to have serenaded the astronauts with a soulful ballad as they blasted off).