Mariah vs Whitney vs Toni Braxton

This topic was created in the Music forum by Polyannanana on Monday, December 22, 2025 and has 14 replies.

Who Was the Most Influential 90s Diva

The 90s featured iconic divas like Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, and Celine Dion, each known for their unique vocal styles and chart-topping hits. They significantly shaped the music industry and remain influential today. Choosing a favorite depends on personal taste, but all contributed to defining the era’s sound.

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@Polyannanana
2 Years

Who is your favourite diva from 90s? Probably should put Celine Dion there as well 😛

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Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

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7 Years5,000+ Posts

Damn this like making us pick out of those three who we like best. I will say Mariah Carey. She's a doll in every sense of the word and hasn't aged yet and I know she's probably older than me.

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Posted by hydorah
Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

Gloria estefan is my girl

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Mariah Carey even had better songs than all of them you listed. There's no comparison. Even I used to listen to Mariah Carey back in the day.

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All three of them are prominent divas so I can't choose. Their voices are unique and strong.

Tony Braxton is the strongest I think..

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Posted by hydorah
Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

Gloria estefan is my girl

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Me too!

Kylie is one of my faves, and I'm really glad she knocked Wham off for Xmas no. 1. That was depressing.

Alicia Keys is another fave of mine. I love it when she goes makeup-free to represent confidence in women au naturel.

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Posted by hydorah
Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

Gloria estefan is my girl

Me too!

Kylie is one of my faves, and I'm really glad she knocked Wham off for Xmas no. 1. That was depressing.

Alicia Keys is another fave of mine. I love it when she goes makeup-free to represent confidence in women au naturel.

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😆 Now you're getting a bit off here 😅 but close. I don't even know who Kylie is never heard of her and I like me some wham. I think there's only one song I like from Alicia keys and the rest is um... I don't know, meh you can say?

I only say gloria estefan is my girl cus she was always one of my dream crushes. I literally had a secret crush on her ever since her Miami sound machine days. But if we talkin bout how well and beautiful she carries her charming singing voice, let's let one of my favorite songs from her speak for itself here

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Posted by Jumpin_Jupiter

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Posted by hydorah
Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

Gloria estefan is my girl

Me too!

Kylie is one of my faves, and I'm really glad she knocked Wham off for Xmas no. 1. That was depressing.

Alicia Keys is another fave of mine. I love it when she goes makeup-free to represent confidence in women au naturel.

😆 Now you're getting a bit off here 😅 but close. I don't even know who Kylie is never heard of her and I like me some wham. I think there's only one song I like from Alicia keys and the rest is um... I don't know, meh you can say?

I only say gloria estefan is my girl cus she was always one of my dream crushes. I literally had a secret crush on her ever since her Miami sound machine days. But if we talkin bout how well and beautiful she carries her charming singing voice, let's let one of my favorite songs from her speak for itself here

Oh well I absolutely adore Gloria Estefan so we can bond on that, I just love her energy and she's so grounded and speaks from her heart.

Kylie .. Minogue! Surely you're joking. The pocket Australian girl.

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Out of the 3, I'm partial to Toni but I have to admit, I'm leaning more towards hydoras list.

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Posted by clare

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Posted by Jumpin_Jupiter

Posted by hydorah
Diana Ross and Madonna at the top, Whitney and kylie good seconds

Not really divas, but lisa stansfield, janet jackson and Gloria estefan have better songs than all the divas

Gloria estefan is my girl

Me too!

Kylie is one of my faves, and I'm really glad she knocked Wham off for Xmas no. 1. That was depressing.

Alicia Keys is another fave of mine. I love it when she goes makeup-free to represent confidence in women au naturel.

😆 Now you're getting a bit off here 😅 but close. I don't even know who Kylie is never heard of her and I like me some wham. I think there's only one song I like from Alicia keys and the rest is um... I don't know, meh you can say?

I only say gloria estefan is my girl cus she was always one of my dream crushes. I literally had a secret crush on her ever since her Miami sound machine days. But if we talkin bout how well and beautiful she carries her charming singing voice, let's let one of my favorite songs from her speak for itself here

Oh well I absolutely adore Gloria Estefan so we can bond on that, I just love her energy and she's so grounded and speaks from her heart.

Kylie .. Minogue! Surely you're joking. The pocket Australian girl.

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I'll have to Google her when I'm sobered up. Is she old like me and Gloria estefan or is she one of those new Gen z's who just came on the scene?

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Have to say… Whitney Houston!! Such a strong, powerful, and beautiful voice. It’s a shame she got involved with Bobbie Brown.

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Whitney Houston has the clearest voice.

I absolutely love "I Will Always Love You."

That's definitely the best song of all time if we consider the vocals only.

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