Is it odd that he likes Whitney Houston?

Nothing wrong with that. It just shows that your son has a wider, more mature and cultured taste in music. Whitney Houston was no ordinary singer. And her songs and albums were all bestsellers. She was not a one-hit-wonder. Kudos to your son for having taste!

I don't find that odd at all. As a matter of fact lots of kids today are into the older music. I saw this new rock band online called The Black Veil Brides and I was watching an interview with them. And the lead singer listened to all the old bands from the 70's and 80's. He was into Kiss and Queen and Motley Crue. So, it is not out of the ordinary for your son to like the old stuff. Good for him.

No, I don't. He seems to me to be a young man with an original view of music, which is positive. He doesn't just like what is fashionable. When I was his age, I liked Rock music of course, but I also liked Classical Music, and the Classic Popular Song/Jazz style music of Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee et al, and Musical Comedy music and so on. I didn't restrict myself to what was on the Pop or even Album charts. History has provided us with a great wealth of music, why should we restrict ourselves to one genre, or whatever is on the Pop charts, or whatever. Whitney was a very talented singer; I wasn't a massive fan myself, but I recognise her great talent. I say good for your son, that he likes what he likes, rather than what he is supposed to like according to the trends.

I absolutely do NOT think it's odd. Whitney Houston was one of the most phenomenal vocalists of our time, so she understandably has a wide audience. Alanis Morisette is also amazing, right along with Amy Winehouse. Broad musical tastes should be a point of pride, especially when it shows that you think for yourself, instead of just following the general tastes of the day.

Dear Ms. Bingskee No, I see no reason for anyone to think odd about this. Even me, I like a few foreign artistes and am more crazy about Shahrukh khan (Indian Bollywood Actor). It is quite natural for all of us to have some celebrity to follow up. The point that raises worry or concern is when we start emoting these celebs and follow them as ditto. I believe he is quite mature and sees and follows the good positives of the idol.

of course not! We are allowed to like whatever we want. People sometimes have a stereotypical way of thinking which isn't good. Like if a person is fat, he/she eats alot. They think of that first without asking and it might turn out that person has some kind of disease. My point is, you should not judge a person based on what you don't know. He's unique and as his parent, you should be proud of him.

I don't think it is very odd. At first, Whitney Houston is an attractive singer and she has a great voice, too. Second, she has some very classical nice songs. So your son is a fan of her. Sometimes the generation gap is not available in the music field. I love China

Oh bingskee, I have to appreciate your son. Actually, we all have different set of likings as we grow up. :) Its so boring to be typical, right? :) And Whitney can be classified as one of those few who brought back classical western music from its grave.

I think its normal for teens to admire people who have done great works! I think your son is very talented and smart. ANd for sure he will be a remarkable person someday! God bless!

I don't think it's odd at all and you answered your own question when you mentioned that he isn't a "typical teenager" and that you admire him for this. Whitney was a wonderful talent and the fact that your son recognized this,shows he has very good taste in music and knows a great vocalist when he hears one.

It's quite odd since he was really affected. I guess, he really admires him a lot and one of his favorites. I wasn't affected when I knew about it. She is really a great singer but I don't idolize her as much as your son do. Well, Whitney Houston is indeed a legend...a music legend... Happy Mylotting.

I agree with everyone so far that it is not odd at all. He sounds like a sensitive young man. Actually, my first born would also falls into a non-typical teenager with the way he socializes. There were times that I'd worry; but, as long as he handles himself graciously, I'd understand that it is his personality.

I don't think it is odd at all. I suspect that there is something about her that he resonates with. Whether it be her voice, her choice in songs, the power in her gospel singing. Its hard to say, but I respect him either way for sharing his interests. I would be very happy if he were my son, in that he isn't a crowd follower, that he can be independent and think for himself and be content with his choices.

Not at all, Whitney Houston had a powerful voice and her songs were timeless and its good that your son is an individual.

Be thankful that he likes Whitney Houston rather than Justin Bieber Kidding aside. It is not odd that he likes Whitney Houston especially her songs, I mean I remember my bro likes beatles where in fact my parents like their music too but to think that is already old enough for my bro. The songs of Whitney Houston are also good and appreciated by many people.