The Preacher's Wife

Label: Arista
Released: 1996
Barcode: 743214412527
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack

A soundtrack that showcases the power and range of Whitney Houston. 

The Preacher's Wife (1996) is a heartwarming holiday film directed by Penny Marshall, starring Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, and Courtney B. Vance. The movie is a remake of the 1947 classic The Bishop's Wife. It follows the story of Dudley (Denzel Washington), an angel sent to help a struggling preacher, Reverend Henry Biggs (Courtney B. Vance), who is grappling with the pressures of his church and family life. As Dudley intervenes, he becomes entangled in the lives of the preacher and his wife, Julia (Whitney Houston), leading to moments of both humour and emotional depth. The film is a blend of romance, drama, and spiritual reflection, with the charm and charisma of its leads bringing warmth to the narrative.

The soundtrack for The Preacher's Wife is a standout feature of the film, particularly due to Whitney Houston's powerful contributions. Released in 1996, the soundtrack became the best-selling gospel album of all time. It includes a mix of traditional gospel songs and contemporary R&B tracks, showcasing Houston's vocal range and emotional depth. Key tracks like "I Believe in You and Me" and "Step by Step" became hits, while gospel songs such as "I Love the Lord" highlighted her roots in church music. The soundtrack not only complemented the film's themes of faith and love but also stands alone as a significant work in Whitney Houston's musical legacy.

Track Listing

I Believe In You And Me
Whitney Houston

Step By Step
Whitney Houston

Joy
Whitney Houston

Hold On, Help Is On The Way
Whitney Houston With The Georgia Mass Choir

I Go To The Rock
Whitney Houston With The Georgia Mass Choir

I Love The Lord
Whitney Houston With The Georgia Mass Choir

Somebody Bigger Than You And I
Whitney Houston Featuring Bobby Brown, Faith Evans, Johnny Gill And Ralph Tresvant

You Were Loved
Whitney Houston

My Heart Is Calling
Whitney Houston

I Believe In You And Me (Single Version)
Whitney Houston

Step By Step (Remix)
Whitney Houston

Who Would Imagine A King
Whitney Houston

He's All Over Me
Whitney Houston With Shirley Caesar And The Georgia Mass Choir

The Lord Is My Shepherd
Cissy Houston With The Hezekiah Walker Choir

Joy To The World
Whitney Houston With The Georgia Mass Choir

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