One Wish – The Holiday Album cover

One Wish – The Holiday Album

Whitney Houston · 2003

43 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

A heartwarming blend of classic carols infused with Whitney's powerful, soulful vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartwarming holiday gatherings
  • cozy winter evenings by fire
  • nostalgic seasonal reflections
  • soulful vocals for celebration
  • steady listening during festivities

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • dislike traditional holiday music

Where this album fits

Themes
holiday nostalgia· intimate Christmas gatherings· soulful warmth
Career context
Released on November 18, 2003, 'One Wish – The Holiday Album' was Whitney Houston's first holiday-themed project and came after her commercial peak in the late '90s. At this point in her career, she was seeking a musical resurgence following personal struggles and a hiatus from studio albums.
Stylistic neighbors
Mariah Carey· Toni Braxton· Aretha Franklin
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Merry Christmas by Mariah Carey — Shares a similar blend of soulful vocals and holiday nostalgia with arrangements.
A Legendary Christmas by John Legend — Combines smooth R&B vocals with intimate holiday themes and warm, rich instrumentation.
Santa Baby by Alicia Keys — Offers a contemporary take on holiday classics, emphasizing soulful delivery and festive warmth.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The First Nöel 3:14
  • 2 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) 3:12
  • 3 Little Drummer Boy 4:29
  • 4 One Wish (for Christmas) 4:12
  • 5 Cantique de Nöel (O Holy Night) 3:48
  • 6 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 3:45
  • 7 Deck the Halls / Silent Night 4:29
  • 8 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4:49
  • 9 O Come O Come Emmanuel 3:06
  • 10 Who Would Imagine a King 3:30
  • 11 Joy to the World 4:41

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