The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album cover

The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album

Whitney Houston · 1996

61 min · 15 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

A soulful blend of gospel and pop, radiating hope and joy through Whitney Houston's powerful vocals.

Why listen to this

Best for
uplifting anthems for celebration steady rhythm for focused listening joyful energy for gatherings
Context
Upon the release of 'The Preacher's Wife' soundtrack in November 1996, Whitney Houston was at a pivotal moment in her career, following the commercial success of her previous album 'Waiting to Exhale'. This project showcased her talents in gospel music, aligning with her role as the film's star and further solidifying her status as a cultural icon.
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R&B, soul, gospel

The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album is an album by Whitney Houston, released in 1996. A soulful blend of gospel and pop, radiating hope and joy through Whitney Houston's powerful vocals. 'The Preacher's Wife' soundtrack debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making it the best-selling gospel album of all time. It received critical acclaim for its blend of contemporary and traditional gospel styles, further influencing the incorporation of gospel elements into mainstream pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album sound like?

A soulful blend of gospel and pop, radiating hope and joy through Whitney Houston's powerful vocals. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album by Whitney Houston notable?

'The Preacher's Wife' soundtrack debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making it the best-selling gospel album of all time. It received critical acclaim for its blend of contemporary and traditional gospel styles, further influencing the incorporation of gospel elements into mainstream pop music. Upon the release of 'The Preacher's Wife' soundtrack in November 1996, Whitney Houston was at a pivotal moment in her career, following the commercial success of her previous album 'Waiting to Exhale'. This project showcased her talents in gospel music, aligning with her role as the film's star and further solidifying her status as a cultural icon.

Who is The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album for?

The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album works well if you're into uplifting anthems for celebration, steady rhythm for focused listening and joyful energy for gatherings.

How many songs are on The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album?

The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album has 15 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·61:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Believe in You and Me Standout 4:03
  • 2 Step by Step Standout 4:12
  • 3 Joy Standout 3:16
  • 4 Hold on, Help Is on the Way 3:09
  • 5 I Go to the Rock 4:05
  • 6 I Love the Lord 4:57
  • 7 Somebody Bigger Than You and I 4:42
  • 8 You Were Loved 4:13
  • 9 My Heart Is Calling 4:15
  • 10 I Believe in You and Me (single version) 3:55
  • 11 Step by Step (remix) 4:34
  • 12 Who Would Imagine a King 3:31
  • 13 He’s All Over Me 3:53
  • 14 The Lord Is My Shepherd 4:24
  • 15 Joy to the World 4:41

Release Date

November 26, 1996

Genre

soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

61 min 57 sec