Whitney Houston - I Didn’t Know My Own Strength Lyrics and Video
I Didn’t Know My Own Strength by Whitney Houston, Music Lyrics and Video
I Didn’t Know My Own Strength is the first single by R&B recording artist Whitney Houston, from her seventh studio album, “I Look to You“, which will be released September 1, 2009 by long-term record label Arista in association with J Records.
The song was written by legendary songwriter Diane Warren and produced by David Foster.
Here you can listen the song, this is a fan made video.
Whitney Houston - I Didn’t Know My Own Strength Lyrics
Lost touch with my soul
I had no where to turn
I had no where to go
Lost sight of my dream,
Thought it would be the end of me
I thought I’d never make it through
I had no hope to hold on to,
I thought I would break
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
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I didn’t know my own strength
Found hope in my heart,
I found the light to life
My way out the dark
Found all that I need
Here inside of me
I thought I’d never find my way
I thought I’d never lift that weight
I thought I would break
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength
There were so many times I
Wondered how I’d get through the night I
Thought took all I could take
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength

July 8th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
she is really back lots of progress has been made…..don’t give up whitney Cause i I won’t give up on you…..I loved you then, I will love you, I have been saving all my love for you and I still love you….Most of all, The most holy High God Loves you for ever and ever… I am one of the biggest fans of yours every since I was in hight school. I have always had faith that God would have brought out of what you had to go through in the spotlight of Judgemental people. we all have our ups and downs……please pray for me cause I myself need prayers in my life. THANK YOU, WHITNEY AND MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU
July 9th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
Whitney, the legend, the Icon, the Diva! She is making her way back to the top. I love this song, it’s powerful, it has Whitney written all over it. I await the release of “I Look To You” because I look to Whitney for inspiration. I am so excited that my girl is coming back. Whitney, may the peace of God be with you always.
July 16th, 2009 at 3:49 am
Wow - what a powerful song. The voice of Whitney is as good as its ever been and it is truly inspirational.The girl is back better than ever and with the grace of God she will stay where she has always belonged - at the very top. Whitney - keep the faith and keep believing in yourself for you have made it through the rain and the sun is about to shine on you again. I will pray for you, peace and love to you always
July 23rd, 2009 at 8:05 pm
I think she has a ways to go. Definitely not the old Whitney but I do hear progress. Was not as polished as I would’ve expected or wanted it to be. Great potential, a little more work could’ve went a long way. However I love Whitney & always will love her. I’m definitely a fan!!!!
July 29th, 2009 at 7:46 am
wow what can I say… my wife!!!Ms. Houston Iam so proud of you this song remind me when I fell in Love with you as a high school boy back in the days..I started singing and knowing my own strength when stated singing the greatest love off all. I just want you to know I am so proud of this new cd. and cant wait to see you live in concert in Atlanta!!!!
July 29th, 2009 at 8:01 am
Whitney girl ….Will Will Will…….i knew the day would come again, what God instill into you no thang can asunder. I have always been a fan, so i listen and do You tube of your concerts, especially the Classic Whitney, now that is a whole lot of sanging. Yes it is good to hear you again. My grandmother used to say stand still so i’m happy you took you time with your come back (album) cd. Some times it takes a day and a half to bake a good cake because you have to let the butter melt, and sift the flour. May the Grace and Mercy of our creator never leave you
Fan
July 29th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
Whitney,
This is awesome. I know there are many looking to you to be the “old” Whitney that we once knew, but you are so much more and I am so happy to hear the power in your words. You voice is divine and you are an inspiration to so many–me included.
Keep putting one foot in front of the other and live each day.
Goddess Bless you,
Tammy - A fovever fan.
August 1st, 2009 at 5:22 am
Wow, Inspiring. Welcome back Whitney.
August 19th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
whitney
i have been waiting PATIENTLY for your return. God has shown you favor. May God continue to keep you in perfect peace and health. whitney…..always remember “no weapons formed against YOU will prevail.”
one of your BIGGEST FANS. I AM SAM
August 26th, 2009 at 11:04 am
The first time I heard this song I was sitting in a bar , it was being performed by a drag queen. I got all teary- eyed… The drag queen was saying that Whitney is back… this song is very inspirational and I love it…I would listen to it everyday… its a motivator. You go Whitney! Proud of you!
September 3rd, 2009 at 10:15 pm
I saw Whitney in Ohio (1985) when she was only about 23 years old. And baby, she’s still got it!! !!!
BTW I love the new cuts: Million Dollar & I look to you…. because when the melodies are gone.. in you I hear a song
Whatch her on Oprah’s premier show this month. Whitney is going to turn it out!!
WHITNEY HOUSTON IS BACK…AS SHEY SAID…SHE NEVER REALLY LEFT US.
September 15th, 2009 at 10:39 pm
Whitney, Whitney, Whitney!!!! I’ve feel every lyric and versoe of this song girl!!!! God is such a Great God full of grace and mercy. Everyday new grace and mercy. I’ve always prayed for you because I saw the call and anointing that God has on your life.
This song “I didn’t know my own strength” woke me up and let me see how I was forgetting myself, how I got lost in my marriage, kids and ministry. It has to be a balance. I so greatful to God for loving us like he does. I’m a 45 yr. old woman getting ready to take this gift of song and use it for God’s glory. Please keep me lifted up in prayer as I do as God has ordained me to do.
You keep on being blessed and keep yourself around positive people. God has given you a 2nd chance to do His will. Love you girl!!! And I’m so proud of you.
Jackie
September 17th, 2009 at 5:41 pm
well you are back-i remember the bodyguard…the songs you sang related to my life and so does this one…thanks..your biggest fan-always
September 17th, 2009 at 7:26 pm
Having gone through domestic Violence this song helps me to keep my face forward and not look back. I guess I’m still working on my strength, because I may go back, but sometimes I miss what was back there, or think it could get better,NAH! It won’t! See I’m getting strength. A few more replays of this song, and prayer…I’ll know it for sure!
September 21st, 2009 at 9:09 am
im so glad whitney is back ,shes back on top where she should be,i love the new sound
October 1st, 2009 at 1:32 pm
gods grace is so amazing. somehow god is able to see us through the worst of our mistakes. just like he has with whitney. i thank god for your deliverance. i just pray that you will break through far enough to be a witness in spirit and in truth. you owe god your all. not just the things you are comfortable with giving him. give him your whole heart mind soul. live holy and above reproach. thats what god wants from you and every one he allows to survive like you have. sing for god and his kingdom. put him first and he will satisfy you. i love you whitney and will always pray for you. you must make it into gods kingdom.
October 10th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
I thank God that He has given you the wisdom to make Him your life. I have always wanted to do a gospel album with you and I trust that after the healing of my vocal cords, this too shall come to pass. I thank God for your family being a support system for you and I look forward to many more of your testimonies through song. May God continue to bless,keep, and favour you Ms. Houston.
October 11th, 2009 at 3:42 am
God is Great,….. It was when I lost my hopes that you came with great power to lift my hopes high through your two songs; I look To You and I didn’t know my strength. I thank you a heap and thank God too for saving a Great name “WHITNEY”. I love you Whitney and forever you remain my motivator. I wish you a long journey of success. Your fan who is In Kenya.
October 21st, 2009 at 2:19 pm
I’ve always knew that she is the one of all voices. so much love in the pure hearted voice that makes you imagine Bar tracks in your mind.
So thank you GOD for giving beautiful voice to a Beautiful Whitney.
Here in Syria..you’re the 5-stars artist.
god bless you.
and I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU..
October 26th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Whitney she is such a pretty woman and that song just blew me away i love here and her beautiful voice keep going Whitney we have all got your back
November 3rd, 2009 at 3:00 am
Whitney,you really touch my heart.Your powerful words shares the same meaning with what i guess is in your heart.Falling does not mean the end of you but it might be the start of a new start.Hold on to yourself because i believe within you lies the greatest strength for you and yourself a lone to put into use.Be strong always dear.God bless you
November 22nd, 2009 at 11:35 pm
I’m glad my younger sister can get to experience Whitney for herself! Every young woman needs a bit of Whitney in her life. And for her to come back with such inspirational songs: I prayed for her recovery and it truly brings me to tears to see that she’s back and still beautiful. God bless Whitney!!!
November 25th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
Il n’y a pas que sa voix qui m’interesse, mais en lisant ses deboires on peut tirer des lecons c’est vaiement une femme courageuse, forte j’ai ecoute i look to yoo j’ai pleure de joie de la voir retourner mais aussi de ses peines, bon pour I Didn’t Know My Own Strength AMA mon Dieu je ne sais quoi dire. Je dis merci a Dieu pour elle seul lui qui peut faire Withney ce qu’elle est today chaque femme a besoin un peu d’elle pour surmonter les mauvais moment de la vie. j’adore Withney elle chante avec elle meme, elle est forte bonne chance que Dieu te benisse.
November 28th, 2009 at 2:19 am
shine ever brigther… this song has touched me deeply. thanks.
December 22nd, 2009 at 3:34 am
i listen to this song almost everyday its a powerful song . i love it god bless you and your family.keep lifting our heads up thank you for your voice.
December 22nd, 2009 at 4:24 am
I didn’t know my own strength was playing on the radio while I was on my way to work. I could barely see because of the tears coming from my eyes. So many people can relate to the words of that some. I know that it touched me. Stay strong Whitney. You are a great artist. Remember, God is with you.
December 27th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
A singer at my school (Anatolia) sang this song on the Christmas concert
January 14th, 2010 at 6:54 am
the song is really great. you just proved that you are a truly best international singer…keep inspiring all your fans, especially here in the Philippines. Mahal ka ng mga Pinoy!!!!!
January 19th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
The track “i look to you” is such a powerful track,it shows that there is no existance without God.We all need to continually look up to HIM.Whitney,keep it up, the Lord is your strength cuz your/our strength is nothing compare to God’s strength.Welcome back girl!