Whitney Houston and Cissy Houston made a huge impact on the music industry during their lifetime. Canadian iconic singer Sean Jones of In Essence fame discusses their dynasty in this exclusive segment from his forthcoming interview with WorldWide Entertainment TV Media.

Cissy played a significant role in shaping Whitney’s musical talents from a young age, but her own career in music has spanned several decades, making her a highly respected figure in the industry.

Early Life and Career

Cissy was born in Newark, New Jersey, and grew up in a family deeply rooted in the gospel tradition. She began singing in church and, by the 1950s, became a member of several gospel and R&B groups. In the early part of her career, she was a member of The Drinkard Singers, a family gospel group. Later, in 1963, she founded the gospel and soul group Sweet Inspirations, which was notable for its background work with major artists.

LEGENDARY CAREER AS VOCALIST

Cissy Houston’s work as a backing vocalist is legendary. She recorded and performed with a wide range of artists. She was a part of the Sweet Inspirations, who were a backing group for Elvis Presley during the late 1960s. Cissy worked closely with Aretha Franklin on several records, providing harmonies on songs like “Ain’t No Way.” Houston also sang on Morrison’s classic song “Brown Eyed Girl.”

Cissy is best known to many as the mother of Whitney Houston, and her guidance and influence were significant in shaping Whitney’s remarkable career. The Houston family has faced a lot of public tragedies, including Whitney’s untimely death in 2012 and the later loss of Whitney’s daughter Bobbi Kristina in 2015.

Beyond her contributions as a singer, Cissy Houston has also written about her family’s life and struggles in her memoir, “Remembering Whitney”, published in 2013. The book provides an intimate look at her relationship with Whitney and the challenges of navigating fame, family, and personal struggles.