About the song
“Whitney Houston – Saving All My Love for You” is a timeless and soulful ballad that showcases the incomparable vocal talent and emotional depth of the legendary Whitney Houston. Released in 1985 as the lead single from her self-titled debut album, this song quickly became one of her signature hits, earning widespread acclaim and recognition.
From the moment the song begins, Houston’s powerful and emotive voice, accompanied by a lush arrangement of strings and keyboards, captivates listeners with its raw emotion and vulnerability. The song’s smooth melody and heartfelt lyrics convey a sense of longing and devotion, as Houston expresses her unwavering commitment to the object of her affection.
Lyrically, “Saving All My Love for You” tells the story of a woman who is involved in a secret affair, saving herself emotionally and physically for the one she truly loves. Houston’s poignant delivery and the song’s evocative lyrics capture the complexity of love and desire, resonating deeply with listeners.
With its soulful melody and Houston’s soul-stirring performance, “Saving All My Love for You” became a chart-topping success, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Houston’s talent as a vocalist and her ability to connect with audiences on a deeply emotional level.
Decades after its release, “Saving All My Love for You” remains a beloved classic, cherished by fans of R&B and pop music and revered as one of Whitney Houston’s greatest achievements. It stands as a testament to her enduring legacy as one of the most iconic voices in music history, and her ability to create music that touches the heart and soul.
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A few stolen moments is all that we shareYou’ve got your family and they need you thereThough I’ve tried to resist being last on your listBut no other man’s gonna doSo I’m saving all my love for youIt’s not very easy living all aloneMy friends try and tell me find a man of my ownBut each time I try, I just break down and cry‘Cause I’d rather be home feeling blueSo I’m saving all my love for youYou used to tell me we’d run away togetherLove gives you the right to be freeYou said be patient just wait a little longerBut that’s just an old fantasyI’ve got to get ready just a few minutes moreGonna get that old feeling when you walk through that door‘Cause tonight is the night for feeling alrightWe’ll be making love the whole night throughSo I’m saving all my loveYes, I’m saving all my loveYes, I’m saving all my love for youNo other woman is gonna love you more‘Cause tonight is the night that I’m feeling alrightWe’ll be making love the whole night throughSo I’m saving all my loveYeah, I’m saving all my lovin’Yes, I’m saving all my love for youFor youFor you