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Vanessa Williams' Hit Song Was Third Choice
12 Aug
Summary
- Williams' hit 'Save the Best for Last' was offered to Bette Midler and Barbra Streisand first.
- The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 for five weeks, becoming a massive international hit.
- Williams also missed out on Amy Grant's hit song 'Baby Baby' due to an oversight.
Singer Vanessa Williams recently shared a surprising detail about her iconic song "Save the Best for Last." She disclosed on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's podcast that the ballad was initially offered to other prominent artists before reaching her. Bette Midler and Barbra Streisand both passed on the song, making Williams the third choice for the track.
Released in February 1992 from her 1991 album The Comfort Zone, "Save the Best for Last" became Williams' most successful song. It dominated the Billboard Hot 100 chart for five consecutive weeks and achieved significant international popularity. The song's success led to nominations for Record of the Year and Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Williams also mentioned another popular song she wished she had recorded: Amy Grant's 1991 hit "Baby Baby." This track was never offered to her due to an oversight. Despite these near misses, Williams has enjoyed a decorated career with other notable songs and acting roles.
