About the song
“Didn’t We Almost Have It All” is a song by Whitney Houston, released in 1987 as the second single from her album “Whitney.” Written by Michael Masser and Will Jennings, the song is a powerful ballad reflecting on a past romantic relationship that almost reached perfection but ultimately ended.
The lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia and longing, reminiscing about the love and connection that was nearly perfect. Houston’s emotive vocal performance, combined with the song’s sweeping orchestration, underscores the emotional weight of the lyrics.
The song was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming one of Houston’s signature hits. Its timeless appeal continues to resonate with audiences, highlighting Houston’s remarkable vocal talent and emotional depth.
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Remember when we held on in the rainThe night we almost lost itOnce again we can take the night into tomorrowLiving on feelingsTouching you I feel it all againDidn’t we almost have it allWhen love was all we had worth giving?The ride with you was worth the fall my friendLoving you makes life worth livingDidn’t we almost have it allThe night we held on till the morningYou know you’ll never love that way againDidn’t we almost have it allThe way you used to touch me felt so fineWe kept our hearts together down the lineA moment in the soul can last foreverComfort and keep usHelp me bring the feeling back againDidn’t we almost have it allWhen love was all we had worth giving?The ride with you was worth the fall my friendLoving you makes life worth livingDidn’t we almost have it allThe night we held on till the morningYou know you’ll never love that way againDidn’t we almost have it allDidn’t we have the best of timesWhen love was young and new?Couldn’t we reach inside and findThe world of me and you?We’ll never lose it again‘Cause once you know what love isYou never let it endDidn’t we almost have it allWhen love was all we had worth giving?The ride with you was worth the fall my friendLoving you makes life worth livingDidn’t we almost have it allThe night we held on till the morningYou know you’ll never love that way againDidn’t we almost have it all