Celine Dion: The queen of the “power ballad,” known for her technical precision, incredible lung capacity, and dramatic, emotional delivery.
Whitney Houston: Brought a distinct “gospel-soul” grit to her power ballads. Whitney’s voice often felt “warmer” and more rooted in R&B traditions.
Comparison: Celine is the master of technical perfection and theatrical pop. Whitney is the master of soulful resonance. Celine’s voice is often described as “pure,” while Whitney’s is described as “powerful.”