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May 2021
57m 52s

Whitney Houston—“I Will Always Love You”

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About this episode
Rob explores the late great Whitney Houston’s iconic cover of “I Will Always Love You” by discussing the legendary vocalist’s life and legacy. This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music. Host: Rob Harvilla Guest: Gerrick Kennedy Producers: Isaac ... Show More
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