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Whitney
Whitney Houston · 1987 · Track 6
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Duración4:11
ÁlbumWhitney
Año1987
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The song _Where You Are_ was released in the year 2000, and although it is associated with Jessica Simpson, its title evokes the iconic Whitney Houston, who also has a piece with the same name on her successful 1987 album _Whitney_. Simpson's version, released in North America as the second single from her debut album, _Sweet Kisses_, featured Nick Lachey. This pop ballad, centered on the theme of love, is distinguished by its piano melody and lyrics that address first love. It was composed in E major, with a tempo of 76 beats per minute, and the performer's vocal range spans from F3 to C5. The music video, filmed in a mountainous forest in California, was directed by Kevin Bray, who also worked with artists such as Celine Dion and Whitney Houston herself.
Despite the initial consideration that _Where You Are_ might not be successful, the song achieved a moderate impact, reaching #62 on the Billboard Hot 100 and marking Simpson's second appearance on that chart. This single, which was also part of the soundtrack for the film _Here on Earth_, earned Jessica Simpson two Teen Choice Awards in 2000: Best Love Song and Breakout. On the other hand, Whitney Houston's album _Whitney_, released in 1987, was a milestone in her career, generating six hit singles, including _Didn't We Almost Have It All_ and _Love Will Save the Day_. This record solidified her as a force in the industry, tying album records for the most number-one singles on the US charts.