How Will I Know
Whitney Houston · Whitney Houston
There's a boy I know, he's the one I dream of
Looks into my eyes, takes me to the clouds above
Ooh I lose control, can't seem to get enough
When I wake from dreaming, tell me is it really love
[Chorus:]
How will I know (Don't trust your feelings)
How will I know
How will I know (Love can be deceiving)
How will I know
How will I know if he really loves me
I say a prayer with every heart beat
I fall in love whenever we meet
I'm asking you what you know about these things
How will I know if he's thinking of me
I try to phone but I'm too shy (can't speak)
Falling in love is all bitter sweet
This love is strong why do I feel weak
Oh, wake me, I'm shaking, wish I had you near me now
Said there's no mistaking, what I feel is really love
[chorus]
If he loves me, if he loves me not [X3]
[chorus]
Looks into my eyes, takes me to the clouds above
Ooh I lose control, can't seem to get enough
When I wake from dreaming, tell me is it really love
[Chorus:]
How will I know (Don't trust your feelings)
How will I know
How will I know (Love can be deceiving)
How will I know
How will I know if he really loves me
I say a prayer with every heart beat
I fall in love whenever we meet
I'm asking you what you know about these things
How will I know if he's thinking of me
I try to phone but I'm too shy (can't speak)
Falling in love is all bitter sweet
This love is strong why do I feel weak
Oh, wake me, I'm shaking, wish I had you near me now
Said there's no mistaking, what I feel is really love
[chorus]
If he loves me, if he loves me not [X3]
[chorus]
How Will I Know
Released in 1987 on Whitney Houston's self-titled debut album, "How Will I Know" stands as a defining track of her early career and a cornerstone of contemporary R&B and pop music. The song showcases Houston's unparalleled vocal prowess, blending soulful delivery with a polished production that became a blueprint for the era. It was a massive commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and establishing her status as a global superstar. The track's enduring popularity is evident in its frequent inclusion in greatest hits compilations and its status as a staple in the Whitney Houston discography, cementing its place in music history alongside her other signature hits.