: Hit #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart (formerly Hot Black Singles) on May 25, 1985.
: Forbes and BET rank it among her best songs, noting it opened doors for "big-voiced female R&B singers" in the mainstream market.
: Received two nominations for Best R&B Song and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 28th Grammy Awards.
: Initially certified Gold, it reached Platinum status in 2020 for combined sales and streaming. Awards & Recognition
"You Give Good Love" is the breakout debut single from self-titled debut album, released on February 22, 1985 . Produced by Kashif and written by LaForrest "LaLa" Cope , the song was originally intended for Roberta Flack but became the foundation for Houston's legendary career. Music Video Details
