That tone! It's her strength. Once you hear that voice, from the very first note you instantly recognize that it's Anita Baker. Sounds so good. Vocal acrobatics are not her thing, but her tone is what put her at the top of the charts for a long time.
@miamccorkle593010 ай бұрын
One of the Greatest of All Time. Ms. Anita Baker ❤
@cayleyguimaraes9672 Жыл бұрын
Her tone just gets you..
@felipebarbosa4337 Жыл бұрын
The QUEEN Anita Baker 🤩🤩🤩
@mrgboxx Жыл бұрын
Yes! I grew up as a child watching my mother do housework on the weekends, waltzing and singing these songs as she swept and wiped. I'm now in my late 30s and I love jamming Anita's albums. People think I'm weird. lol
@mrjohnson20123 Жыл бұрын
U not the only one G, same here wit my mom lol 😂Anita Baker will always slap forever 🔊🔊🔊💯✊🏽
@bobcam7256 Жыл бұрын
Facts
@ccke-juicehardwarereviews8668 Жыл бұрын
I have EXACTLY the same memories mate 😍
@_Chicagosfinest Жыл бұрын
Same I’m not scared to blast Anita
@jayd854710 ай бұрын
You’re not weird… THEY’RE weird!
@thomasschmidt1836 Жыл бұрын
Artistry. She does with her voice what George Benson does with his guitar. A full knowledge of their intrument and complete mastery of what they wish to do with it. She is one of my many favorites and so many more of her songs could have been highlighted to explore. Thank you Beth 🙏
@PhillypaGrl Жыл бұрын
I love Anita!
@jqths19743 күн бұрын
I literally came to the comments to write this 😅😅😅
@susansimmons41342 ай бұрын
You just don't experience skilled , soul-filled performances like this very often. It is just other-worldly in its richness and perfection and Beth, just did a fabulous job at reviewing this morning, afternoon and evening musical delight!
@deansouthwick1906 Жыл бұрын
I remember seeing her in the late 80’s - she stopped her concert and thanked me and my date for coming and that she thought we were a beautiful couple. We definitely stood out because we weren’t part of her normal crowd - back then her crowds weren’t as diverse. We just loved her velvety voice.
@ryankelly369 Жыл бұрын
Good music is good music, and this is good music.
@sampono1962 Жыл бұрын
watched her live in Rochester, NY in 1988 or 1989.
@breal9028 Жыл бұрын
Anita is truly special and the fact that she is currently touring and still singing these songs in the same key is amazing!
@sbillips75310 ай бұрын
I could listen to her sing this song all day
@elfcounsul2 ай бұрын
Love the way she moves on stage. What a presence.
@auralfixxation6702 Жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm old and remember how much I loved this song when it came out.
@ThomasTreece-mp8md Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker's such a pleasure to enjoy. Thank you for featuring her heavy tones. What a talented singer!
@shaynestanz17 ай бұрын
I was introduced to this song by my mom, it was her favorite song! I wouldn't be surprised if it's the first song I ever heard tbh. Anita was the soundtrack to every Sunday of my childhood. RIP mama. 🌻
@marcuswood59754 ай бұрын
I love Anita Baker
@Nan-59 Жыл бұрын
When songs from the past play, I always picture what was going on in my life, at that time. ❤ 1986 I was a young mom, 27, with 2 little kids. Three & Five. Now 38 & 41. Where DOES the time go 😮
@garyvandecar25803 ай бұрын
Anita Baker has that smoothie jazz voice, She's absolutely one of my all favorite time female singers.
@churchillcoins8519 Жыл бұрын
Anita is amazing with a very unique voice. Smooth R&B Queen.
@pennythpmas57876 ай бұрын
I am old, but seem to remember Anita was told early on she couldn't sing. I think they did not get her amazing style and gift!❤
@stacia922 Жыл бұрын
She had you growling, too! 😂❤
@lisetolivareyes361611 ай бұрын
Me encanta ver tu emoción al ver tanta maestría musical en Anita, yo me pondría así también 🇨🇺❤️🎶
@kajlennartsson4234 Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker have a wondeful voice. I get goosebupms when I hear her sing. WOW. Thank you Beth for your interesting and lovely reaction videos. You have a wonderful smile thats always makes me smile 😃😃🌹🌹
@BethRoars Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@RandomUser251227 ай бұрын
Beth was loving this performance. That’s what great performers do 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Anita just puts so much emotion into every note, every pause and every movement. Every song she sings. Perfection. Very jazz like for a pop song, very Sarah Vaughan, too.
@tomislavkosanovic1104 Жыл бұрын
I was first introduced to Anita Baker in 1987, I have to say I had never heard of her at that point. It was the "Rapture" album and I remember I was immediately in love with her voice and singing. Now while she performs pretty well here, you should definitely listen the album version for your own pleasure. The whole album is more or less in the same mood and it makes for a quality listen.
@justpditty Жыл бұрын
It was so much fun to watch you enjoy the nuances, the control the effortless style of The Songstress...you could not have picked a better track to spotlight. EVERY live song from The Rapture project later produced as "One Night of Rapture"-it's how i sing the entire Rapture album. MY FAVORITE!! ❤❤❤ MUCH LOVE & RESPECT for Anita Baker❤❤❤
@viniityap27793 ай бұрын
Excellent analysis of Anita Baker's sweet love.
@lil_vince2333 Жыл бұрын
my favorite singer right there and I had the biggest crush on here still do to this day
@twofarg0ne763 Жыл бұрын
I've seen her twice. First time in 1987. The last time was 2018 at the Greek Theatre in LA. She is fabulous live.
@richc9890 Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker is awesome. How about Al Jarreau (RIP)? Have you done any of his? One of the most talented and special singers I've ever heard. One of the best at scat singing.
@georgehofgren612311 ай бұрын
Anita is in absolute Service to the song. She only unleashes her thoroughbred Voice when it's call for.. And the Result we call... "Rapture" ✨️
@FionaEm Жыл бұрын
I remember this song from the 80s. She has such a huge, effortless range 🤩 Classy stuff.
@juliahoff7158 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your analysis on one of my favorite artists, Anita Baker. I would love to see one on her “Giving You The Best That I Got”, song.
@fuhyou3223 Жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed this reaction.
@PeregrineTravers5 ай бұрын
She is unique!
@AL13NM Жыл бұрын
One of my Favorite singers/songs Ever! If a woman sent me this song, I would be her Fool Forever! There is a warmth, tone, and sultriness that is almost specific to black artists that cannot be imitated!
@carolmartin4413 Жыл бұрын
Yes she has a beautiful voice. This was also the decade of Minnie Riperton...one of the greatest voices of all time.
@mannywilde Жыл бұрын
really enjoyed this one! Anita Baker has such an insanely unique voice
@khenley7100 Жыл бұрын
Beth, You help so much for my speech. I recently had a stroke survivor.!! God bless you!!
@darrenslinn122015 күн бұрын
Probably the greatest ❤
@racinnut77 Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker=Pure Class.
@carloscastro9138 Жыл бұрын
Excellent artist and talent Anita Baker
@stevem-h3562 Жыл бұрын
that voice is smoooooooooooth as ****. Like sonic honey. I bought the album when it came out in the 1980s and have always adored this track. The album cut is just glorious.
@coinneachmaclellan3121 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear you mention what I label as "decorative divas" and "note shredders". They can pop you out of the enjoyment of a song so easily. I think that singers need to recognize and let the power of the melody do its work. Even such a great soul singer as Jackie Wilson didn't realize that a classic tune like "Danny Boy" didn't need any embellishment because the melody is so strong.
@jrivademarjr Жыл бұрын
This was the 1st album I bought on cassette because of this song. A classic!!!
@Andre-qe3dk Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker the greatest
@ezyrhino Жыл бұрын
Anita is great, lovely voice.
@ashleys8181 Жыл бұрын
Love it! ❤
@staciedziedzic8706 Жыл бұрын
Hi Beth! Wow just wow that was Amazing! I like Anita she is so talented! I love this video! My favorite song from her!
@ttman1233 Жыл бұрын
oh, and btw, your advice to roll with the song, percussion or otherwise, spot on! One can be an entertainer more than a musician.
@charmaine1884 Жыл бұрын
Just perfectly executed
@scottkossack5155 Жыл бұрын
One of the best.
@Jake-pq3iz3 ай бұрын
I have her greatest hits in my Jeep. Her and Sade. She was told she couldn’t sing.
@cesarpino7051 Жыл бұрын
SUPER!!!
@wattheheck6010 Жыл бұрын
If Anita's "Sweet Love" song, her voice, lyrics and music, doesn't make you want to wrap your arms around your baby and dance, we should call the coroner.
@rogerj.fugere3570 Жыл бұрын
Lived outside of Detroit in the late ninety’s. It was rumored that Anita Baker, having left full time music production to raise her daughter, would occasionally do a local concert a few times a year. I regret that I never sought out one of her performances.
@jayd854710 ай бұрын
She had two sons in the early 90’s..
@ttman1233 Жыл бұрын
hi. Really love your analysis of vocals. I'm a decent singer, and your insight into controlling and 'knowing' your voice and its capabilities is super helpful! Don't be what you're not. Thanks!
@BethRoars Жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for your lovely comment! I’m happy that you love my analysis of vocals and that you find it helpful. I think it’s important to know your voice and its strengths and limitations, and to be authentic and confident in your singing. I’m sure you’re a great singer and I wish you all the best in your musical journey. Thanks for watching and supporting me!
@laurabrevitz3944 Жыл бұрын
Beth, if you ever went to see her in concert, I have no doubt Ms. Baker would pull you on stage. 😁 You are SO into the music. I was reminded of some of the things you said about Ann Wilson's voice in the tribute version of "Stairway to Heaven." (And yes, I tear up every time I hear that. Nothing wrong with me, I reckon.) Similar in that they're both altos with effortless transition into their head voices, etc. Yes? No?
@kamakama83162 ай бұрын
いつもより熱く語っています🤗
@brianallthetime Жыл бұрын
Love your insight. Please do a take on Basia, Time and Tide. Underated 80s hit with an incredible voice.
@mic1240 Жыл бұрын
She is wonderful (she’s a mezzo soprano btw, not an alto, just has a great lower register)
@BethRoars Жыл бұрын
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@Blue_Lunacy Жыл бұрын
I heard that Sweet Love is one of difficult song to sing because Anita Baker was a great singer and she had made it her own. Then she sang this song live, in such an effortless manner and a different energy than the studio version that made this live version very unique take. And, I think, even more difficult to emulate than the studio version.
@auralfixxation6702 Жыл бұрын
Of course I also must mention, I still love the debut Whitney Houston release.
@denis22rsa Жыл бұрын
Maravilhosa
@michelle32855 Жыл бұрын
I sure wish we had more altos...that range is so soothing. I completely agree about riffs/runs. For a little embellishment here and there is on thing, but when it's constant it's just distracting.
@b_reaction_music3900 Жыл бұрын
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@TwelveDeck Жыл бұрын
Black velvet.
@donellbell6819 Жыл бұрын
Can you react to Regina Belle Baby Come to Me (live in Harlem performance)
@EgoShredder3 ай бұрын
Vocal riffs and runs, or as my mum used to call it, "vocal acrobatics". It can be quite insincere and annoying at times, unless it comes from a singer who knows how to use it tastefully and sparingly.
@NathanVeenstra Жыл бұрын
Anita Baker’s classiness is why I always feel like she’s English. The fact that she’s not so over the top only adds to that.
@paulkoinegg5392 Жыл бұрын
Amgggg I’ve just heard the most explosive rendition of a song ever it Alex terrible , DOOM how his head doesn’t explode I have no idea he hits every note known to man and some that don’t even exists
@Shaharalyn19773 ай бұрын
Watch the video Anita pops in on Rachelle Farrell as she is having her concert. An8ta can hit long and soprano notes.
@matthewfoster3780 Жыл бұрын
She says there will be new music this year
@edwincancelii29175 ай бұрын
She can go as high as a dramatic mezzo-soprano.
@FFVison Жыл бұрын
Ok, I just realized that she seems to do something with her voice that reminds me of what Michael McDonald does. Has anyone else noticed this?
Жыл бұрын
ouvindo-a, me passa na mente o correspondente masculo " Michael Mcdonald", você não acha? - Sucesso, gosto muito do seu trabalho.
@michaellebow7420 Жыл бұрын
My ex-GF's favorite singer and I quickly learned why. I do think it's now time for a Michael McDonald reaction who imo may be the male equivalent.
@zygfrydvolt1281 Жыл бұрын
Please do James Shawn through the valley, I'm trying to get this song down since forever and a day and some pointers would be great, also doing a cover doesn't do his talent justice.
@davidstokes885111 ай бұрын
Can you react to Betty Wright live no pain no gain
@sloansv Жыл бұрын
I so favor alto voices, the fullness.
@hggj5010 Жыл бұрын
hi Beth .🙂🙂🙂
@BethRoars Жыл бұрын
hi!
@hggj5010 Жыл бұрын
@@BethRoars good luck Beth .🙂👍🙏👌 . im mr salar .🙂 .i want send for you songs different . but i dont know emai .🤔 good night.
@nondetection8882 Жыл бұрын
Please react to Ren x Chinchilla Chalk Outlines (Live) :) or How to Be Me (Live). Thank you...
@BethRoars Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the message! I've got a reaction to Ren coming out soon! x
@AbouMehjan Жыл бұрын
Please 🙏 react to one of prince's songs
@hellofromdavid Жыл бұрын
The only thing more gorgeous than this song, is you.
@lutandomhlalase4416 Жыл бұрын
She is mezzo listen again
@vmelko28 Жыл бұрын
please, react to Guano Apes band: Open your eyes - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3_SY2CsnrCZjZo Big in Japan - kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2rNe6icr56FhKc Lords of the boards - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKrJqJiGm6lgn7c
@guitaleleoeuvre Жыл бұрын
Beth, you need to crank-up the volume on your videos... well, especially the music compared to your narrative. Your "reaction" stuff lately have been about 3 to 6 db below the average vids on KZbin. (I can always turn-up on my viewer-end, but YOUR react-vids are about the only things I have to bother adjusting volume with. Just thought you ought to know.)
@dancefloor9032 Жыл бұрын
Don't talk so much and listen to Anita ! Greetings from Heidelberg / Germany
@wendystewart1867 Жыл бұрын
Cant hear it just hear u
@sloansv Жыл бұрын
You dont understand the riffs and runs and the skill it takes. Listen to Jasmine Sullivan Pick Up your Feelings
@belekoy465919 күн бұрын
This girl is very noisy u always pose the song ur so oa
@mikebruse2939 Жыл бұрын
I have to be honest and say all the artists are incredible but I watch just to see and hear Beth! If not every man's dream partner she definitely fulfills mine.
@johnjenkins5854 Жыл бұрын
Difficult? No. If you’re born with it you, simply let it out. Nothing easier.