Anita Baker "Fairy Tales"

from the "Compostions" release

[@ChargingGuy]

One of the saddest, yet beautiful songs ever created.

[@princesschanluv]

How many woman came through some things listening to those true and powerful lyrics? 💯

[@eburch176]

I didn't like this song when I was younger because it didn't make sense. As an adult... I cry just listening to it because I understand COMPLETELY, especially since I have kids. I wish I could make their fairy tales last forever. Thank you Anita!!!

[@nyavecclasse]

Ericka Burch Same here! Well said! “Fairy Tales” resonated years after I first heard it. The song is not only a power ballad but a powerful testimony! Timeless masterpiece! 💕

[@simms386]

I don’t think the song has nothing to do with children. It’s about how the matriarchs in your family tell you, one day you will meet someone special and they will make your life better(like a Fairytale). But these women forget to tell you about the the reality of relationships and the realities of life. Just my opinion

[@jondstewart]

Ericka Burch I wondered if she wrote the song herself. She didn’t grow up with her mother very much.

[@rhondahumphrey5556]

Exactly, this song just hit me hard for the first time yesterday. I now truly understand😔

[@rogersmith6411]

You are. Mom

[@poetry2463]

My favorite song by Anita. "The story ends as stories do reality steps into view"

[@chefbee70]

+Chauntelle wow its makes us stronger,,,, this part of her song P..O..W..E..R..F..U..L..

[@chefbee70]

Chauntelle your right....we never see it coming....

[@buggsylove8328]

Right on

[@tinajames1924]

Beautiful song ! only Anita Baker could make the song sound so Awesome !! ❤️🌹❤️🌹

[@tiffanytip7059]

No fairy tales....😀😍😍

[@raynobles82]

She is the prototype.....dark, beautiful and natural. Voice intoxicationg. There will never be another Anita. Been a fan since I was 7 years old. 35 now....

[@dexterjohnson4896]

My mom used to sing her songs, i get it now. No voice like her's

[@BlakeGildaphish76]

i was 7 years old when i was teaching myself this song by reading the lyrics singing along, repeatedly playing this track on my mother’s CD player. i’m 35 now.

[@iluvrachellef]

@@BlakeGildaphish76 WOW I was 22 when this hit. The COMPOSITIONS Album is my favorite.

[@watchafewmoviestakeafewnot1459]

My mom was blasting this and cooking and I picked up on it all lol

[@rogersmith6411]

C

[@jari3106]

The realist shit ever! Aint no guys coming to save these women.

[@charlita25]

We gotta save ourselves

[@parisjok5311]

hehehehehehehehehe

[@roocnrola1973]

I absolutely love this womans voice

[@swatkasham5509]

The lyrics... damn! It’s like I’m not listening to a song but a message.

[@msliberated3899]

💯💯🙌🏾🥰

[@godsrichgirlsllc8234]

“My fairytale is over my life must now begin” Grown woman stuff!

[@rogersmith6411]

Life.

[@rogersmith6411]

Love

[@tiararenee1]

That is the line that gets me every time!!

[@kendrawells2662]

I can listen to this song all day

[@yverom]

Yup.

[@kihannabradley1762]

I saw her live in concert recently and at 64 she's UNREAL, EVERYTHING, and MORE!! ..definitely not apart of this world but a gift to us from God Himself 🙏🏽 💯🤩🤯👑🔥💫🐐

[@lawrencev8771]

Kihanna that part right there

[@Lo_B]

I'm going to see her next month! So excited. One month from today! 😊

[@mikedomikeofficial4235]

the writing on this entire song is impeccable

[@AyesheIsAlwaysLovely]

My mother used to wear this cassette out back in the day. gotta experience some shit to understand the lyrics.

[@kinetiqqq7598]

In HerAwesomeness facts!!!!

[@christieraquel1]

I burst into tears when I finally understood. "My fantasy is over. My life must now begin......"

[@daradiant1]

Christie Jackson I know the exact feeling.

[@thenerdyblackgirljournal8850]

Right?!!

[@chichitrain7528]

Christie Jackson me too

[@tonyabryant2076]

Anita is the ultimate jazz singer to me!

[@brucekentnyc]

tonya bryant A real Fairy God mother..

[@yayashairaffair119]

I always say if Jazz had a Voice in human form it would be Anita Baker.

[@daradiant1]

She was pregnant and glowing on this video. If I remembered she either said she was six or seven months when she did this video. This song is a grand slam!

[@chefbee70]

+Christina McLeod HEY THIS SONG I WONDER WAS IT ABOUT HER LIFE LIKE AS KIDS ALL WE DID WAS EAT CANDY AND LAUGH,, NOW WE HAVE KIDS OF OUR OWN,,,

[@SecondEvilEx]

How cute ^_^

[@tearichardson8458]

She was glowing!!! Omg I wondered if I was the only one who thought that

[@guessgirls1325]

How you said she was pregnant here when her 2 boys 👬 are in the video already 🤔

[@daradiant1]

@@tearichardson8458 They wasn't in this video. She was pregnant with her first baby. Hence, that is why they filmed from the neck up.

[@deo0722]

when music touch you like this you know it's real,Detroit's own we miss you

[@rodwillis4080]

She took a classic fairytale and turned it into a sensual love song! Enough said!

[@thenerdyblackgirljournal8850]

Not that you asked, but, this isn't a love song. It's actually is an anti-love song. Did you listen to the words? She's talking about being abandoned. Still beautiful though! :-)

[@shea5216]

This is one of my favorite songs by Anita Baker I love it

[@smithlove1076]

Will Rodgers yes

[@tiffanytip7059]

@@thenerdyblackgirljournal8850....it is not what you said but ok ...your thoughts of the song is what you got but I disagree with you😒

[@tiffanytip7059]

Yes will I agree

[@blackgoddess3]

I adore Anita Baker. I have so much respect for her as an artist, as a mother, as a woman of faith and as a black woman. I had the honour to see her perform live in Barbados and I shall never ever forget that experience as long as I live. In praise of the DIVA- Divinely Inspired Victoriously Anointed- woman of strength and power, Anita Baker.

[@melodylistharrison9823]

I love me some Anita….her voice is so magical ❤❤

[@toriprine8337]

My favorite song by her, I have this on repeat and I'm 23. Her music is timeless!

[@mauricerobinson5641]

Forever one of my fav female artist❤

[@cannonrose9748]

God bless us all in 2022. And thanks Anita for the great music

[@Playeszz]

There's only one Anita Baker....that voice...the delivery.... simply the best! Listening before....2020 and beyond!

[@Jezbel1466]

Wow those words” That fantasy is over, my life must now begin “… this songs hits so different for me now that I’m older.

[@tyshahonore1194]

My Story Ends No Longer Living Life In Paradise No Fairy Tales

[@rryuy1250]

Tysha Honore the cold the apple snow white

[@rryuy1250]

Tysha Honore apple snow white

[@rogersmith6411]

It makes you Stoner. Gurad

[@rogersmith6411]

So 90s

[@rogersmith6411]

Penny share a cherry pie

[@1Grayton]

I love the metaphorical lyrics of this song.

[@pierceboy876]

I just love this woman to death. her music is perfection. pure perfection

[@remosely4478]

Tijanyya Yes! I Agree

[@luismanuelvelezrodriguez7483]

I agree

[@gregcharlton9417]

Yes indeed. This is class. The arrangers have to be credited also.the piano in the back is driving and directing a melodically perfect voice.

[@clocloso7389]

This video goes so well with the song, if you were to use your imagination as you listened to this song it would look like this. She has such an amazing voice, her music and voice is comfort!

[@rryuy1250]

CloCloSo fairy tales

[@michaellawrence5102]

Perfect 💘

[@Thatgyrl_Meek]

Here in 2023 and this is STILL ONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE SONGS!!!!

[@beautylee9161]

one of my favorite songs of all time and she is singing effortlessly!

[@melvinsmith7139]

Melvin Smith Jr. as James and Anita Baker as petty lryic.

[@brucekentnyc]

Matasha Lee the ultimate Mothers day song. Yeah hookas(mothers) Happy Morhers day From Father Time or me the Devil.

[@brucekentnyc]

Matasha Lee Every mother to nite before midnight call up their adult children n read them a fairytale. All children must be read a story tonite. On monday its that neglect that will now fuel any and all of your attitudes. keep that b s to yourself or take it up with your mothers. leave me the hell alone.

[@brucekentnyc]

Matasha Lee pardon my comments are for gvt officials n leaders.. they see them..

[@LoganJackson]

"Fairy Tales" made me think about my mom. This was a song we both enjoyed.

[@chefbee70]

LoganJackson hold on to that

[@trinity.3563]

Yesterday i found out my mom was getting cheated on so i cut up all his shoes exept for the one he didn't like

[@fatimacurry5844]

My Precious Mother used to sing this to me every time it came on the radio! Lol I love you Mama-missing you everyday ❤!

[@afrobluatlanta2380]

Real talent, real hair, clothes on! Timeless, beautiful and classic!

[@brendaharrison2021]

Her sultry voice is amazingly sweet come back with some new music Anita miss you much❤❤

[@sexxybbb]

Love This Song!! So REAL!! Anita Baker is such an Amazing Powerful Singer!! This is what music is suppose to be like!!!

[@swatkasham5509]

sexxybbb “this is what music is supposed to be like!!!” Yes ma’am!

[@michaellawrence5102]

A good apple.

[@danielhill5377]

Got you. Things save you friends

[@treseancann1261]

I couldn't agree more. So what if times have changed ?

[@321ako]

Typical of what's going on in the music industry.crap music gets a million plus hits while rare gems like these get a thousand or more/less hits.absolutely one of the greatest vocalists of our times.long live the queen !!

[@marizcona]

Legend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DillyDo319]

She looks stunning in this video. Definitely an underrated gem by her ❤️

[@detroit4040]

Love this music makes me think of my mom n how happy she was jammin to dis music even though we had problems dis music would take u away hope she knows how important her music was to ppl in poverty

[@jdtroup198683]

Brian Rayford Can you write this instead of dis

[@Copasyetic]

I truly miss songs like this. My mom never taught me any stories like this, some how I formed them in my head only to be disappointed and facing reality. 😒

[@jadaijaalford4322]

I was 12 years old and was one of your biggest fans at 5 years old. I'm so glad that you came out with this song when you did!!!! I listen to this song song and cry!!! Sad and happy thank you for all of your songs!!!! From 5 years old to 42, you and Luther Vandross will always be my TOP NUMBER ONE'S. Never got a chance to to see him perform, SMH, I cried over that, So if you're ever in the "Indiana" radius please let me know. I will work so much over time just to bring my me, and my family to see you!!!! My grandkids know your songs.WE LOVE YOUR VALUE!!!

[@laylarebecca12]

I wish more R&B songs told stories like this.

[@MrVolvo456]

So glad to say that I had this Compositions album 1999 by Anita Baker. such a great album.

[@MrVolvo456]

*1990

[@francesbrown6472]

sade

[@melvinsmith7139]

Antia Baker with me you be together out sing one of other name is Melvin Smith Jr. boyfriend

[@melvinsmith7139]

I love you so much and my life and love you in love forever all times .to Anita Baker from Melvin Smith Jr

[@vangirlcamgirl9502]

The part when she says ..."you never came to save me , you let me stand alone out here in this wilderness out in the cold " sends chills up my arms and I I take this song so literal , as a woman coming out of homelessness and loosing during the pandemic , I learned so many hard lessons . I cant tell you the times , i sat with a man, being transparent about my situation only to be used hurt or even exploited. The making of so many broken promises about how they were here to help and support , but when i looked up 3 years later and saw I was still homeless i was like wow and ouch , no matter how much I prayed and cried for some one to genuinely want to lend a helping hand . The help never came , no wait ... I did help but it was abusive . I mean i could have had a roof over my head but at what cost . I even dated a man in real estate! and I was confused as to why he, out all people was the least to offer help . funny thing is the only people who have helped have been ALL women ) . so sweet shout outs to those women who took out the time to point me in the right direction to get the proper assistance to get back on my feet ! I use to listen to this song when i was 11 years . im now 47 and although im older I still had a long way to go concerning the truest intent of people . guess you could blame it on me being sheltered and my Nana giving me bed time stories (similar to the ones on this the song) but This song reminds to stop expecting others to be like ME ! sure I was the one who'd open my door to a well screened stranger if I thought they need to be out of the rain or offer food or at least offer guidance . but once i realized people will primarily men . will STILL see woman in her weakness but still use her to boost his ego this is why i subscribe to the " play the damsel in distress card ". because a man will "rescue " you only to discard you " thankfully I was wounded but im not broken this song is my coming out song ! and I will play on repeat once i turned the keys to my new apparent coming up soon ! . all is well and it was something I had to go thru how else would i have learned . one thing the men of my past taught me was that self preservation is key ! they made sure they would preserve their own life supply by harboring mine. signed .....These days id rather be called selfish than Naive .

[@dorothyevans7146]

I Love This Song Sm My Mom Used To Sing This Song Around The House, Played This Album Out & Boy, Did Miss Anita Mean Business This Album Is Like The Calm Before The Storm, Relaxes Me To Sleep But As A Fan, I’d Love To See A Tour Happen With Her, Sade, Chante Moore & Tamia

[@sherylhowell7781]

She is without a doubt my favorite singer & I love this song very much. One day I hope to see her perform.

[@npkrn6764]

Whenever I'm feeling down and need some nostalgia, Anita is at the top of my list. So overshadowed by Whitney back in the day but better to my ears anyway. I hope miss Anita is doing well ❤

[@alvinwconstantine72]

We all needed fairy 🧚‍♂️ tales💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@lorij3738]

This song, video, artist is ALL! As a Black woman, so proud of Anita Baker and her representation. The voice of a soulful angel. ❤️

[@dc71261]

A classy singer singing classy songs.

[@Creoletmarie]

Love Anita Baker because of my black, gay Uncle who loved music. I feel in love with song in the 90’s at the age of 7 because of a Anita Baker CD. My Uncle passed away 12 years ago and I play this to feel closer to him. Love you Uncle Dee

[@ssxsrubicon7352]

What a timeless beauty

[@drcokepepper]

This is great writing and performed beautifully.where have all the good song writers gone?

[@honeywheat0204]

This song is so true!!!! Anita Baker has a style that no one can duplicate!!!

[@schneaallen5359]

She sang effortless. She is absolutely amazing. She did an entire concert with No breaks and No water. Go figure. I love me some Ms. Anita Baker❤

[@braidedgirl757]

I have loved this song since I was eight because I liked the melody and how beautiful her voice was but once you've had a little bit of life experience and you can relate to what she is saying it hits totally diifferent

[@ladyelizabeth9057]

You go girl I still just love ,love love this masterpiece❤💐💖😀

[@davidrucker7900]

One of my favorite songs by this artist an definite keeper. I like all of her material but "Fairy Tales" is my favorite jazzy yet very soulful... carry on Girl!

[@LousMann]

This song is truth Thank you Anita this was the fairy tale I needed to hear back in the day

[@bryanandrews6635]

To have a voice that sounds like a flawless instrument

[@antonioevans4636]

Favorite song ever!!!!

[@NaughtyTyragirl]

Beautiful woman. My mom went to see her live at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. My mom was so happy. RIP Momma I love you so much and this song reminds me of you. RIP Kay Kay

[@IamCoachMichelleD]

Anita Baker is on top of my list of favorite artist...she's a master 🙌 timeless music....all.the feels....hey life Warrior I love you ❤️....I was here 2 / 3 / 23

[@yolandasmith2887]

She has the ability to FULLY convey the Ups and Downs of LOVE and her Song Writing is ALWAYS on Point🎤🎤

[@leilokema]

I miss real lyrics

[@michaellawrence5102]

Poetry

[@michaellawrence5102]

Paradigmatic

[@happydeedee558]

OMG this voice never gets old. Simply timeless. Purchasing my tix for her farewell tour this summer. Love ya Anita Baker! Peace friend ❤

[@briangingras5886]

I recently heard this on the radio I had forgotten about this one I've been listening to other songs from Anita Baker after hearing them on the radio but I knew those songs I think she's so great of a singer she sings this so well good music

[@evol1_1976]

She had a lot of hits but this is quite possibly my favorite Anita Baker song. I havent heard it in years but now its on my playlist.

[@blackcosmos]

I can remember stories, those things my mother said She told me fairy tales, before I went to bed She spoke of happy endings, then tucked me in real tight She turned my night light on, and kissed my face good night My mind would fill with visions, of perfect paradise She told me everything, she said he'd be so nice He'd ride up on his horse and, take me away one night I'd be so happy with him, we'd ride clean out of sight She never said that we would, curse, cry and scream and lie She never said that maybe, someday he'd say goodbye The story ends, as stories do Reality steps into view No longer living life in paradise-or fairy tales-uh No, uh-huh-mmm-mmm She spoke about happy endings, of stories not like this She said he'd slay all dragons, defeat the evil prince She said he'd come to save me, swim through the stormy seas I'd understand the story, it would be good for me You never came to save me, you let me stand alone Out in the wilderness, alone in the cold My story ends, as stories do Reality steps into view No longer living life in paradise-or fairy tales-yes I don't look for pie up in the sky, baby Need reality, now, said I Don't feel the need to be pacified, Don't cha try Honey, I know you lied You never came to save me, you let me stand alone Out in the wilderness, alone in the cold I found no magic potion, no horse with wings to fly I found the poison apply, my destiny to die No royal kiss could save me, no magic spell to spin My fantasy is over, my life must now begin My story ends, as stories do Reality steps into view No longer living life in paradise or fairy tales Eh, hey, hey-ee Lord have mercy oooh Mmm, mmm, oooh-mmm-oh Lord 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@NiaMaria]

🤍🙏🏾

[@lorettagorden-rice1541]

Class. Elegance.

[@shannonwhite6986]

In 1994 I seen her at the Sanger theater in New Orleans had just had my daughter but I went to see her alone by myself such a beautiful experience, last and only concert I’ve ever been too, I mean who can top that..❤❤

[@pattersonnewyork2158]

I remember growing up listening to this and the living room while my mother was in the kitchen cooking dinner I was just a young Little Boy who didn't know anything bout this type of music all I new was that my mother had a big beautiful smile on her face 2019 at the age 32 this song bring back memories

[@sherriec749]

All of the nephews,sons,grandsons and my brothers we all think we can sing her songs. You won't forget love.

[@barbaraupshaw3490]

Anita Baker FAIRYTALE MY GOD THIS IS A GODDESS MY SONG ANITA NAILED IT YES YES YES GIRL YOU CAN SANG HONEY.

[@lisalee3837]

My favorite song by her..I swear her voice soooo matches her face.. SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

[@michaelg3074]

Of all of Anita's amazing songs, this is MY #1. 🥰🥰😍😍☺☺🥰🥰

[@rikayapartlow]

"The story ends like stories do...reality steps into view. No longer living life in paradise...or fairy tales..." ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kiralynae6998]

Your hair is poppin sis!

[@jacquelineneely2100]

Anita Baker is the most phenomenal singer of jazz ever. I love all of her music and lot of which she composed herself. Plus she's from my hometown Detroit. Thank you for the music you gave to all of us.

[@melodysanger103]

HAPPY 62ND BIRTHDAY ANITA BAKER (JANUARY 26, 2020)

[@chefbee70]

Love this song.....fairy tales. At 48.... still think of them

[@obahodari6041]

Anita told the truth 30+ yes ago and it is still relevant. Been an Anita fan for yrs.

[@gioiaferrante]

She's one of the nicest people I was required to work with. We all ave our moments is all I will say I love the women herself a human being I did scare and also accidentally shocked the poor women. Girls should all under stand this song its lyrics and story If you as a women girl do not agree with these lyrics there's a problem girls. All of us girls where told this same story growing up by our mothers and then a slam when we grow up a reality wake up call. . Ah mom you didn't teach me that part.. Love Anita aka Ms. Baker to myself

[@maestro2033]

She’s the reason I started playing the piano. Just pure perfection. My mentor ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@Ostipherous]

"I don't look for pie up in the sky..need reality now.." Saddest..

[@KISHEEME]

I still know this word for word. Thank you for filling my childhood with memories wrapped in your genius. I love you Anita!!

[@AJ-in5gu]

My favorite Anita Baker tune. Her voice gives me chills...

[@Stop_57followingme]

WoW....had no idea about life back then thankfully the early 80s and 90s taught me a lesson about fairy tales

[@lenisestephens3977]

I have been listening to Ms. Baker for the last 3 days as after hearing her on the radio. So much power in a small body. Love ALL her music! Hod Bless!

[@Miss_Loving]

Anita looks so pretty!

[@arethamorgan6613]

This is such a true song, and hauntingly beautiful.

[@chidiokadigbo3336]

One of my best Anita Baker's song, so magical and powerful.

[@anthonymann3413]

Ladies and Gentlemen the fabulous vocal angel ANITA BAKER, yesssssss

[@alfredcorn20]

The first time I heard Anita Baker's Fairy Tales is back in 1993 when I was 3 years old my mom was blasting this song in the car.

[@libulpop9875]

“U never came to save me , u let me stand alone . Out in this wilderness, alone in the cold “ I love her music, my mother played her loud every Saturday morning. Now that I’m in my 40’s I be bumping her shit like a mf cause I remember. Great music

[@jeanenejenkins123]

The words to this song is so so real. I love this song.

[@jacquelineneely2100]

I love her and music! Plus she's hometown lady...Detroit!!!

[@cnsmith4041]

Anita voice is sooo soulful .💚

[@waheedahsrecipes5004]

Anita Baker THE BEST THAT HAS EVER DONE 4 Decades STILL GOING STRONG LOVE THE MUSIC 🔥💕🔥🎤🎼🎧 🥰

[@raquelfelix8823]

I loved this song since I was a child ❤

[@joannamccloud]

She simply bespoke Elegance

[@ronilife27]

2020 reminisce 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🥰🥰🥰

[@mz2ootie2sweet93]

I remember Anita Baker said that someone once told her she would never make it as a singer...we all know that was a Fairy Tale....she was and still is truly a phenomenal singer!!