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I Wanna Dance With Somebody

Whitney Houston All songs A–Z

This track served as the opening single from Whitney Houston's 1987 album of the same name. Written by George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam, who had previously collaborated with Houston on "How Will I Know," the song was designed to establish a more mainstream pop direction following the artist's earlier success with pop ballads. The single aimed to help Houston remain competitive with her peers in the pop music landscape.

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A woman looking for a romantic partner with whom she can share her life.

ProducerNarada Michael Walden