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March 1996 – “Count On Me,” recorded by best friends Whitney and CeCe Winans, was released as a single from the Waiting To Exhale soundtrack. The song was co-written by Whitney, her brother Michael, and Babyface, and produced by Babyface. The song is an ode to friendship — leaning on a friend for support when needed.