This music superstar had seven consecutive #1 hits on the Billboard charts from 1985-1988. Who was she: Madonna, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, or Janet Jackson?

The music superstar who achieved seven consecutive number one hits on the Billboard charts from 1985-1988 was Whitney Houston. This remarkable achievement solidified her status as a pop music icon early in her career. Her historic run surpassed previous records held by The Beatles and the Bee Gees, who each had six consecutive number one singles.

Houston's incredible streak began with "Saving All My Love for You" in October 1985, a song that almost wasn't released but went on to win her a Grammy. It continued with "How Will I Know," a track originally intended for Janet Jackson, which became a breakthrough moment for Houston, especially with its accompanying music video on MTV, helping to break down barriers for Black female artists. "Greatest Love of All" followed, making her the first female solo artist to have three consecutive number one singles from a single album. Her second album, "Whitney," released in 1987, continued the unprecedented success with four more chart-toppers: "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)," "Didn't We Almost Have It All," "So Emotional," and "Where Do Broken Hearts Go."

This extraordinary period showcased Houston's unparalleled vocal talent and cemented her place in music history. She became the first female artist to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 album chart with her second album, "Whitney," further demonstrating her immense popularity and groundbreaking impact. Her influence was significant, ushering in an era of powerhouse vocals and shaping contemporary R&B, making her The Voice (Review) for a generation and inspiring countless artists who followed.