|
The Best Of Anita Baker
''The Best of Anita Baker'' is a compilation album by the American R&B/soul singer Anita Baker. It was released on June 18, 2002, in the United States by Rhino Records, and compiles material from Baker's career spanning 1983–2002. As of March 2004, the album has sold 402,000 copies and been certified Gold by the RIAA. The album spent 92 weeks on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, becoming the longest-charting album by a female artist on the chart and 16 weeks on the Billboard 200. The album was released in the UK as ''Sweet Love: The Very Best of Anita Baker'', with a slightly different track listing and running order. The Best of Anita Baker track listing # Angel (Single Version) (From ''The Songstress'', 1983) - 4:29 # You're the Best Thing Yet (From ''The Songstress'') - 5:36 # No More Tears (From ''The Songstress'') - 5:35 # Sweet Love (From ''Rapture'', 1986) - 4:22 # Caught Up in the Rapture (Single Version) (From ''Rapture'') - 4:08 # You Bring Me Joy (From ''Rapture ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anita Baker
Anita Denise Baker (born January 26, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter. She is one of the most popular singers of soulful ballads, especially renowned for her work during the height of the quiet storm period in the 1980s. Starting her career in the late 1970s with the funk band Chapter 8, Baker released her first solo album, '' The Songstress'', in 1983. In 1986, she rose to stardom following the release of her Platinum-selling second album, ''Rapture'', which included the Grammy-winning single " Sweet Love". , Baker has won eight Grammy Awards and has four Platinum albums, along with two Gold albums. Baker is a contralto with a range of nearly three octaves. Life and music career 1958–79: Early life, career beginnings and Chapter 8 Anita Baker was born on January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio. When she was two, her mother abandoned her and Baker was raised by a foster family in Detroit, Michigan. When Baker was 12, her foster parents died and her foster sister raised her a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Same Ole Love (365 Days A Year)
"Same Ole Love (365 Days a Year)" is a song by American R&B artist Anita Baker. The song was released as a single to support her multi-platinum album, ''Rapture''. Chart performance "Same Ole Love" peaked at #8 on ''Billboard A billboard (also called a hoarding in the UK and many other parts of the world) is a large outdoor advertising structure (a billing board), typically found in high-traffic areas such as alongside busy roads. Billboards present large adverti ...'s'' Hot Black Singles Anita Baker Chart history-R&B Billboardwww.billboard.com and #6 on ''Billboards Adult Contemporary Singles. It was also a #44 pop hit on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in 1987. Charts References External links www.AnitaBaker.com 1987 singles Anita Baker songs Songs written by Marilyn McLeod 1986 songs Elektra Records singles Song recordings produced by Michael J. Powell {{1980s-R&B-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Apologize (Anita Baker Song)
"I Apologize" is a song by American recording artist Anita Baker, released in 1994 as the second single from her fifth album, '' Rhythm of Love'' (1994). The song peaked at number eight on the US '' Billboard'' Hot R&B Singles chart and number 74 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It won her a Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Critical reception British magazine ''Music Week'' gave the song three out of five, writing, "Baker goes jungle A jungle is land covered with dense forest and tangled vegetation, usually in tropical climates. Application of the term has varied greatly during the past recent century. Etymology The word ''jungle'' originates from the Sanskrit word ''jaá ...? But her strong vocals retain the original feel of these tracks, creating a soulful jungle splice-up." Chuck Campbell from '' Knoxville News Sentinel'' felt that here, the singer "glides into the subtlety of a more refined arrangement". Jonathan Bernstein from '' Spin'' declared it as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Body And Soul (Anita Baker Song)
"Body and Soul" is a song by American recording artist Anita Baker, released in 1994 as the lead single in support of her fifth album, '' Rhythm of Love'' (1994). The song received critical acclaim, peaking at number four on the US '' Billboard'' Hot Black Singles chart and number 36 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It earned Baker another top 40 pop hit following 1988's "Just Because", which peaked to number 14 on the same chart. In Europe, "Body and Soul" charted in the UK, reaching number 48 on the UK Singles Chart. Critical reception Larry Flick from '' Billboard'' wrote, "What a pleasure it is to welcome Baker back to the fold. On this glorious peek into her new '' Rhythm Of Love'' opus, she gives us the beautiful tones that have set her apart from the typical R&B diva, warmly embracing a soothing retro-pop ballad arrangement. A bit more adult and sophisticated than top 40 is currently programming, but we pray that tastemakers will make room for something so creatively satisfy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Compositions (album)
''Compositions'' is the fourth album by American R&B/soul singer Anita Baker. The album peaked at #5 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and was certified platinum in 1990, making it Baker's third platinum selling album. The album also won the Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 1991 Grammy Awards. ''Compositions'' would be the last album and collaboration between Baker and producer Michael J. Powell. Track listing # "Talk to Me" (Baker, Vernon Fails, Michael Powell) - 5:03 # "Perfect Love Affair" (Baker, Joel Davis) - 5:19 # "Whatever It Takes" (Baker, Marc Gordon, Gerald LeVert) - 5:35 # "Soul Inspiration" (Terry Britten, Graham Lyle) - 5:17 # "Lonely" (Baker) - 4:29 # "No One to Blame" (Baker, Fails) - 4:41 # "More Than You Know" (Baker, Vernon Fails, Michael Powell) - 4:48 # "Love You to The Letter" (James McBride) - 7:20 # "Fairy Tales" (Baker, Fails, Powell) - 7:55 Personnel * Anita Baker – lead and backing vocals * Vernon Fails – keyboards * Greg Phi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Giving You The Best That I Got (album)
''Giving You the Best That I Got'' is the third album by American R&B/soul singer Anita Baker, released in 1988. It was Baker's first and only #1 Pop album in the US, her second #1 R&B Album, and was certified 3x platinum in 1989 by the RIAA. The title track was released as the first single from the album and became Baker's highest-charting single in the US, peaking at #3 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The album earned Baker three Grammy Awards and three Soul Train Music Awards. Track listing #"Priceless" (Garry Glenn) – 5:00 #"Lead Me into Love" (Steve Lane, Larry Prentiss) – 4:45 #" Giving You the Best That I Got" (Baker, Randy Holland, Skip Scarborough) – 4:18 #"Good Love" ( Gary Taylor) – 5:39 #"Rules" (Graham Lamb, Phil Nicholl, Maggie Ryder) – 3:52 #"Good Enough" (Baker, James McBride) – 4:50 #"Just Because" (Alex Brown, Sammy McKinney, Michael O'Hara) – 5:13 #"You Belong to Me" (Terry Britten, Billy Livsey, Graham Lyle) – 3:50 Critical reception Alex H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Giving You The Best That I Got (song)
"Giving You the Best That I Got" is a 1988 song by American R&B recording artist Anita Baker. The music video was filmed inside the 109th Field Artillery in Kingston, Pennsylvania. The song appears on Baker's album of the same name, which was released in the fall of that year. The song was written by Baker, Skip Scarborough and Randy Holland. Chart performance The song was Baker's highest charting hit on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, where it peaked at number three in December 1988. Whitburn, Joel (1996). ''The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits'', 6th Edition (Billboard Publications) It also spent two weeks at number one on the ''Billboard'' R&B chart in November 1988, Baker's first number one on this tally. In addition, the song spent one week atop the ''Billboard'' adult contemporary chart in December 1988.Hyatt, Wesley (1999). ''The Billboard Book of #1 Adult Contemporary Hits'' (Billboard Publications) Awards The song "Giving You the Best That I Got" was released prior to the Gr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Decisions (The Winans Album)
''Decisions'' was the fifth studio album by American gospel group The Winans, released in 1987 under Qwest Records. The album was written and produced by Marvin Winans, along with music producer Quincy Jones and Barry Hankerson. The album is a blend of contemporary gospel and R&B, also includes the Grammy winning single "Ain't No Need to Worry" featuring singer Anita Baker and "Love Has No Color" featuring singer-songwriter Michael McDonald. The album peaked at #1 on ''Billboard's'' Top Gospel Albums chart. Track listing discogs.com Re-issue Personnel The Winans * Carvin Winans – vocals * – vocals, percussion * M ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Winans
The Winans are an American gospel quartet from Detroit, Michigan consisting of brothers Marvin, Carvin, Michael and Ronald Winans. Members ''Please refer to the Winans family page for more detail on the individual members.'' About: Origins & Music Origins Brothers Ronald, Marvin, Carvin, and Michael Winans (the second, third, fourth and fifth siblings of the Winans family) grew up in Detroit, Michigan and were discovered by Andrae Crouch, who signed them to Light Records. Music Brothers Ronald, Marvin, and Carvin made two albums in 1974 (without Michael) and 1975 (with Michael) under the name "The Testimonial Singers", one album which they would re-record two songs for later albums (Fallow Ground and J.E.S.U.S) before getting their big break with their first record as "The Winans" with ''Introducing The Winans'' was produced in 1981 by Andrae Crouch, two years after he discovered them and invited them to tour with him. They performed vocals in ''This Is America, Charlie Brown ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ain't No Need To Worry
"Ain't No Need to Worry" is a song by American recording artists the Winans featuring Anita Baker Anita Denise Baker (born January 26, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter. She is one of the most popular singers of soulful ballads, especially renowned for her work during the height of the quiet storm period in the 1980s. Starting her career .... The song was released as the lead single of the Winans' fifth album, '' Decisions''. "Ain't No Need to Worry" is a mixture of contemporary gospel and contemporary R&B. The single peaked at number 15 on the ''Billboard's'' R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart. Awards *The song won a Grammy in 1988 for Best Soul Gospel Performance by a Duo or Group, Choir or Chorus. Charts References External links Anita BakerThe Winans 1987 singles Anita Baker songs The Winans songs Gospel songs 1980s ballads Contemporary R&B ballads {{1980s-R&B-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
No One In The World
"No One in the World" is a song by American R&B singer Anita Baker. It was the fourth single from her multi-platinum album, ''Rapture''. It had previously been released by Dionne Warwick on her 1985 album ''Finder of Lost Loves'' and again on her 1987 album ''Reservations for Two''. Chart performance "No One in the World" peaked at number five on the ''Billboard'' Hot Black Singles chart, and #9 on the ''Billboard'' Adult Contemporary Singles.Hyatt, Wesley (1999). ''The Billboard Book of #1 Adult Contemporary Hits'' (Billboard Publications) The single peaked at number #44, missing ''Billboard's'' top 40 ''Hot 100'' chart. In popular culture The song was featured in an early 1988 episode of the US daytime soap opera ''All My Children'' as well as 1988 episodes of '' Santa Barbara'' and ''The Young and The Restless'' and a 1989 episode of '' Another World''. Personnel *Drums, Percussion: John Robinson *Bass: Neil Stubenhaus *Guitars: Paul Jackson Jr., Dean Parks *Synthesizers, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |