Prior to Houston performing two dates in Russia mid-December 2009, the official tour started on February 6, 2010, in Asia; also visiting Australia and Europe.

"I chose this title because what I had under any circumstance was love […] I wouldn't have overcome tough time without my mom and my daughter.

"[7] On February 22, the opening night of the Australian leg of the tour suffered negative reviews from critics.

Her performance in the Brisbane Entertainment Centre was poorly received, and some fans reportedly walked out of the arenas.

[8] Houston's vocal condition was described as sounding hoarse and weak; one particularly low moment occurred when she paused for several minutes in the middle of performing "I Will Always Love You" to sip some water.