Greatest Love of All
Whitney Houston · I Will Always Love You — The Best Of Whitney Houston [2012]
Teach them well and let them lead the way
Show them all the beauty they possess inside
Give them a sense of pride to make it easier
Let the children's laughter remind us how we used to be
Everybody searching for a hero
People need someone to look up to
I never found anyone who fulfilled my needs
A lonely place to be, and so I learned to depend on me
I decided long ago never to walk in anyone's shadow
If I failed, if I succeed, at least I lived as I believed.
No matter what they take from me they can't take away my dignity
Because the greatest love of all is happening to me
I found the greatest love of all inside of me
The greatest love of all
Is easy to achieve learning to love yourself,
it is the greatest love of all
I believe the children are our future
Teach them well and let them lead the way
Show them all the beauty they possess inside
Give them a sense of pride
To make it easier
Let the children's laughter remind us how we used to be
I decided long ago
Never to walk in anyone's shadow
If I fail, if I succeed
At least I live as I believed
No matter what they take from me
They can't take away my dignity
Because the greatest love of all
Is happening to me
I found the greatest love of all inside of me
The greatest love of all
Is easy to achieve
Learning to love yourself,
It is the greatest love of all
And if by chance that special place
That you've been dreaming of
Leads you to a lonely place
Find your strength in love.
Greatest Love of All
Recorded in 1983, "Greatest Love of All" stands as a defining moment in Whitney Houston's career, showcasing her unparalleled vocal control and emotional depth. Released on her self-titled album, the track blends gospel influences with R&B and pop sensibilities, reflecting the spiritual and musical roots that would characterize her work throughout the decade. The song's composition by Michael B. Jordan and Alphonzo Davies, featuring a signature call-and-response structure, highlights Houston's ability to convey profound sentiment through her voice alone. It became a cornerstone of her discography, earning her a Grammy Award and cementing her status as a global icon. The recording remains a testament to her technical mastery and emotional vulnerability, influencing countless artists who followed in her footsteps.