FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance with Somebody
1987 was one of the most iconic years in music history, with classic releases from Def Leppard, Guns N’ Roses, George Michael, Michael Jackson, and more—but Whitney Houston ruled the year. Her euphoric anthem “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” hit #1 in 13 countries and became one of the defining songs of the 1980s. In this special From the Vault episode honoring Whitney Houston on the anniversary of her passing, legendary producer and drummer Narada Michael Walden tells the inside story of how this global smash was created. It’s a powerful tribute to Whitney’s legacy, a landmark…
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