So Emotional

Whitney Houston

About So Emotional

"So Emotional" is a song by American singer Whitney Houston. It was released as the third single from her second studio album Whitney (1987) on October 12, 1987 by Arista Records. The song was written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. Commercially, it peaked at number five in the UK and number one in the Billboard Hot 100, where it became her sixth consecutive number one, and a dance chart hit. It would become the sixth best charting song of 1988, and was the fourth most played song on the club charts; it is her sixth biggest hit on the Hot 100 chart.  


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2009
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I've been hearing your heartbeat inside of me
I keep your photo right beside my bed
Livin' in a world of fantasies
I can't get you out of my head

I've been waiting for  the phone to ring all night
Why you want to make me feel so good
I got a love of my own
Shouldn't get so hung up on you

I remember the way that we touched I wish I didn't like it so much
I get so emotional, baby
Every time I think of you
I get so emotional, baby

Ain't it shocking what love can do
Ain't it shocking what love can do

I gotta watch you walk in the room, baby
I gotta watch you walk out
I like the animal way you move
And when you talk I just watch your mouth

I remember the way that we touched I wish I didn't like it so much
I get so emotional, baby
Every time I think of you
I get so emotional, baby

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Whitney Houston

Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American recording artist, actress, producer, and model. In 2009, the Guinness World Records cited her as the most awarded female act of all time. Houston was one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 170 million albums, singles and videos worldwide. She released six studio albums, one holiday album and three movie soundtrack albums, all of which have diamond, multi-platinum, platinum or gold certification. Houston's crossover appeal on the popular music charts, as well as her prominence on MTV, starting with her video for "How Will I Know", influenced several African American female artists to follow in her footsteps. more »

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Written by: Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"So Emotional" is a song from Whitney Houston's second studio album, "Whitney." The album was released by Arista Records in June 1987.
Music Composition
The song was written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly, who are also known for their writing contributions to hits like Madonna's "Like A Virgin" and Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors."
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "So Emotional" peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. This made Whitney Houston the first female artist to have four number one singles from one album.
Music Video
The music video for "So Emotional" was directed by Wayne Isham, a renowned American rock music video director. It features footage from Houston's concerts, highlighting her exceptional emotions while performing.
Other Versions
"So Emotional" has been covered by multiple artists and has been featured in various TV shows and movies. A notable cover is by Christina Aguilera, who performed the song as a tribute to Whitney Houston at the 2017 American Music Awards.
Record-Breaking Achievements
"So Emotional" helped Houston break several records. The song's success solidified her spot in music history as the first female artist to debut at number one on Billboard's Hot 100.
Sound
The song is known for its blend of pop and R&B elements and showcases Whitney's iconic powerhouse vocals.
Legacy
"So Emotional" remains one of Whitney Houston's most popular songs. The song continues to inspire a younger generation of artists and fans.
Critical Reception
The song was critically acclaimed upon release with critics lauding Houston's vocal ability and the song's energetic and engaging composition.
RuPaul's Drag Race
"So Emotional" gained new popularity in the 2010s when it was featured in the lip-sync battle of the finale of Season 9 of RuPaul's Drag Race. Sasha Velour's performance of the song became instantly iconic and brought the song back into public consciousness.

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