Cissy Houston

Cissy Houston is an American soul and gospel singer. After a career singing backup for such artists as Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin before going solo, winning two Grammy Awards. She is the mother of Whitney Houston, aunt of Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick, and a cousin of opera singer Leontyne Price.

She began her career with her sister Anne and brothers Larry and Nicky in the gospel singing group the Drinkard Four. Later, she formed the Sweet Inspirations with Doris Troy and niece Dee Dee Warwick. She has released ten solo studio albums.

Music Video Appearances

 * Greatest Love of All
 * I'm Every Woman