How Will — I Know Whitney Houston

The song was originally written by George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam (of the duo Boy Meets Girl) for . When Jackson passed on it to pursue the edgier "Control" sound, the demo was sent to Arista Records . Producer Narada Michael Walden reworked the track into a "punchy," upbeat anthem specifically tailored for Houston's powerful range. Musical Composition and Style

"How Will I Know" is characterized by its vibrant energy. How Will I Know Whitney Houston

: The recording features backing vocals from Whitney's mother, Cissy Houston , and bass by Randy Jackson. Thematic Meaning The song was originally written by George Merrill