My Heart is Calling
Whitney Houston
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Who would've thought of it That I might feel like this Some kind of wonderful There's nothing quite comparable The thing about it is It's oh so innocent I wasn't looking for It came knockin' at my door I'm trying to do things right But I'm about to lose this fight 'Cause spending time with you Well, it feels so good and that's the truth And every day with you I swear it brings me closer To my only reservation is you My sweet temptation, baby. [Chorus] Oh, my heart is calling I'm falling for you Oh, my heart is calling I'm falling for you Who could imagine it I found my happiness In someone I barely know And I like to take it slow But you're so different, boy You're breaking all my rules What is it in your smile That makes me feel the way I do I'm trying to live my life And I'm trying to live it right If I desire you It ain't because I'm trying to Boy, everyday with you I swear it brings me closer to My only reservation is you, My sweet temptation, baby [Chorus] I've given it consideration (uh huh) And it all adds up to you I won't deny this heart is calling for you, baby I've given it a lot of thought (uh huh) And it all ends up on you My sweet temptation God knows I'm falling for you [Chorus] Is is in your smile, boy Is it touch, baby I don't know why...
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Written by: KENNETH EDMONDS
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15 facts about this song
Song Title"My Heart Is Calling" is one of the popular tracks from Whitney Houston's third studio album.
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AlbumThe song was included in Houston's album "The Preacher's Wife", which was also a soundtrack for the movie of the same name.
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ArtistWhitney Houston, an American singer, actress, and producer, is universally recognized as one of the greatest singers of all time.
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Released"My Heart Is Calling" was released in 1996.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of R&B and gospel music.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was successful in the charts, reaching number 77 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 9 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart in 1997.
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Movie AssociationThe song was featured in the movie "The Preacher's Wife" starring Whitney Houston and Denzel Washington.
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Grammy AcknowledgmentThe album from which the song is derived, received the 1997 Soul Train Lady of Soul Award for Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year.
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Songwriter"My Heart is Calling" was written by Babyface, who worked with Whitney on several other songs as well.
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NoteworthyUnlike most of Whitney Houston's previous work which was more pop oriented, this soundtrack encapsulated more gospel and soulful tunes, with "My Heart is Calling" being one of the exceptions with its R&B vibe.
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Music Video"My Heart is Calling" had a music video that was inspired by the film, it depicts Houston singing in a church filled with choir members, which is a scene in the film "The Preacher's Wife."
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Album's SuccessThe Preacher’s Wife, ranks as the best-selling gospel album of all time, with "My Heart is Calling" being one of the standout singles.
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Live PerformancesWhitney Houston performed "My Heart Is Calling" live at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards.
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SignificanceThe song showcases Whitney Houston's gospel roots as well and displays her complexities as an artist capable of moving with ease between pop, R&B, and gospel genres.
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Legacy"My Heart is Calling" remains a beloved classic in Whitney Houston's remarkable catalogue of hits, and continues to be enjoyed by fans worldwide.
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