On this day back in 1992, a certain song was reigning atop of both the UK Singles Charts and the US Billboard Charts - and no, it’s not Bryan Adam’s UK chart epic either.
What is considered one of Whitney Houston’s definitive releases, her cover of Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You,” still sat in the pole position on the UK single charts, heading into its sixth week at the top of the chart.
The song, which was used for the film “The Bodyguard” starring Houston alongside Kevin Costner, would end up spending 10 weeks at the top of the UK chart, finally being toppled in February 1993 by another nostalgic earworm, “No Limit” by 2 Unlimited.
The success of the song was even greater back in the United States, where it stayed upon the Billboard Top 200 for 14 weeks, before eventually succumbing to the overwhelming success of Disney’s “Aladdin” and the signature song from the film, “A Whole New World.”
But in terms of length of time at the top of both the UK and US singles charts, has anyone bettered Whitney Houston’s performance since the release of the song, or does she still hold somewhat of a record for her reign atop the charts both sides of the Atlantic between 1992 and 1993?
9. Tones and I – "Dance Monkey" (11 weeks)
Tones and I's "Dance Monkey" was a global sensation in 2019, securing 11 weeks at Number 1 on the UK chart. With its infectious rhythm and catchy melody, the song set the bar for chart dominance in the digital era. | Getty Images
10. Miley Cyrus – "Flowers" (10 weeks)
Miley Cyrus' "Flowers" reigned for 10 weeks in 2023, becoming one of the biggest hits of the year. The disco-influenced track not only made an impact on the charts but also saw Cyrus achieve her second Official Chart Double, with her album also topping the charts. | Getty Images for dick clark prod
11. Rihanna ft. Jay-Z – "Umbrella" (10 weeks)
Rihanna's "Umbrella" spent 10 weeks at Number 1 in 2007, making it one of the most iconic pop songs of the 2000s. The track became an anthem of the summer and gave Rihanna her first UK Number 1 hit, becoming a global sensation. | Getty Images for The Daily Front
12. Harry Styles – "As It Was" (10 weeks)
Harry Styles’ infectious return with "As It Was" dominated the UK charts for 10 weeks in 2022. This nostalgic and upbeat track from Harry’s House became a major success, solidifying Styles’ status as one of pop's most prominent figures. | Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images