My Name Is Not Susan
Whitney Houston · I'm Your Baby Tonight
I fell for you
Too easy to let go
She was one from your past
One of the few
You said it didn't last
Now Romeo you know I can't believe
Your tongue would slip so easily
I know you think I oughta let it be
But get it right, next time
That's the end of me
[Chorus:]
My name is not Susan
So watch what you say
If you still need her
Then be on your way
Don't wanna hear about Susan
She's got nothin' on me
So show some respect for the love you receive
My name is not Susan
(No, no, no, no, no -- get it right)
Last night you were asleep
Deep in a dream
I heard you call her name
Then you turned to embrace
I froze in place
Never to be the same
Now Romeo you know I never knew
My heart would bust so easily
I know you think I oughta let it go
But get it right next time
Say good-bye to me boy
[chorus]
I never want to be the girly that you "call" one and only
You know the kind of girly that you would call when you get lonely
I never should have let you in,
A damn shame -- forgot my name!
Well, anyway
[chorus]
Don't want to hear about Susan
My name ain't Susan [X3]
Ya better get it right!
My Name Is Not Susan
Released on Whitney Houston's 1993 album *I'm Your Baby Tonight*, "My Name Is Not Susan" stands as a poignant exploration of identity and the complexities of fame. While Houston is globally recognized for her powerful ballads like "I Will Always Love You," this track delves into the personal struggles of a woman whose public persona often overshadows her private self. The song reflects on the pressure of maintaining a specific image and the desire to be known for who she truly is rather than a constructed narrative. As part of her discography from the early 1990s, the recording showcases Houston's signature vocal control and emotional depth, characteristic of her work during this era. It serves as a quiet counterpoint to her more anthemic hits, offering a mature reflection on self-definition within the music industry.