Vocal Coach reacts to Anita Baker - Sweet Love (Live)

[@burnindownthehouse]

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.

[@miamccorkle5930]

One of the Greatest of All Time. Ms. Anita Baker ❤

[@cayleyguimaraes9672]

Her tone just gets you..

[@mrgboxx]

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]

U not the only one G, same here wit my mom lol 😂Anita Baker will always slap forever 🔊🔊🔊💯✊🏽

[@bobcam7256]

Facts

[@ccke-juicehardwarereviews8668]

I have EXACTLY the same memories mate 😍

[@_Chicagosfinest]

Same I’m not scared to blast Anita

[@jayd8547]

You’re not weird… THEY’RE weird!

[@felipebarbosa4337]

The QUEEN Anita Baker 🤩🤩🤩

[@thomasschmidt1836]

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 🙏

[@deansouthwick1906]

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]

Good music is good music, and this is good music.

[@sampono1962]

watched her live in Rochester, NY in 1988 or 1989.

[@breal9028]

Anita is truly special and the fact that she is currently touring and still singing these songs in the same key is amazing!

[@susansimmons4134]

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!

[@ThomasTreece-mp8md]

Anita Baker's such a pleasure to enjoy. Thank you for featuring her heavy tones. What a talented singer!

[@stacia922]

She had you growling, too! 😂❤

[@PhillypaGrl]

I love Anita!

[@jqths1974]

I literally came to the comments to write this 😅😅😅

[@auralfixxation6702]

Yes, I'm old and remember how much I loved this song when it came out.

[@shaynestanz1]

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. 🌻

[@sbillips753]

I could listen to her sing this song all day

[@elfcounsul]

Love the way she moves on stage. What a presence.

[@garyvandecar2580]

Anita Baker has that smoothie jazz voice, She's absolutely one of my all favorite time female singers.

[@Nan-59]

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 😮

[@kajlennartsson4234]

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]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tomislavkosanovic1104]

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.

[@churchillcoins8519]

Anita is amazing with a very unique voice. Smooth R&B Queen.

[@RandomUser25122]

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.

[@twofarg0ne763]

I've seen her twice. First time in 1987. The last time was 2018 at the Greek Theatre in LA. She is fabulous live.

[@marcuswood5975]

I love Anita Baker

[@richc9890]

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.

[@pennythpmas5787]

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!❤

[@justpditty]

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❤❤❤

[@mannywilde]

really enjoyed this one! Anita Baker has such an insanely unique voice

[@georgehofgren6123]

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" ✨️

[@lil_vince2333]

my favorite singer right there and I had the biggest crush on here still do to this day

[@FionaEm]

I remember this song from the 80s. She has such a huge, effortless range 🤩 Classy stuff.

[@juliahoff7158]

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.

[@lisetolivareyes3616]

Me encanta ver tu emoción al ver tanta maestría musical en Anita, yo me pondría así también 🇨🇺❤️🎶

[@AL13NM]

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!

[@fuhyou3223]

I thoroughly enjoyed this reaction.

[@carolmartin4413]

Yes she has a beautiful voice. This was also the decade of Minnie Riperton...one of the greatest voices of all time.

[@wattheheck6010]

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.

[@viniityap2779]

Excellent analysis of Anita Baker's sweet love.

[@coinneachmaclellan3121]

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.

[@PeregrineTravers]

She is unique!

[@stevem-h3562]

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.

[@jrivademarjr]

This was the 1st album I bought on cassette because of this song. A classic!!!

[@khenley7100]

Beth, You help so much for my speech. I recently had a stroke survivor.!! God bless you!!

[@racinnut77]

Anita Baker=Pure Class.

[@carloscastro9138]

Excellent artist and talent Anita Baker

[@ashleys8181]

Love it! ❤

[@Andre-qe3dk]

Anita Baker the greatest

[@Jake-pq3iz]

I have her greatest hits in my Jeep. Her and Sade. She was told she couldn’t sing.

[@staciedziedzic8706]

Hi Beth! Wow just wow that was Amazing! I like Anita she is so talented! I love this video! My favorite song from her!

[@erinhafer228]

Anita is brilliant! She sounds like warm honey to me

[@ttman1233]

oh, and btw, your advice to roll with the song, percussion or otherwise, spot on! One can be an entertainer more than a musician.

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

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.

[@jayd8547]

She had two sons in the early 90’s..

[@darrenslinn1220]

Probably the greatest ❤

[@ezyrhino]

Anita is great, lovely voice.

[@mic1240]

She is wonderful (she’s a mezzo soprano btw, not an alto, just has a great lower register)

[@Blue_Lunacy]

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.

[@BethRoars]

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[@NathanVeenstra]

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.

[@charmaine1884]

Just perfectly executed

[@kamakama8316]

いつもより熱く語っています🤗

[@ttman1233]

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]

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!

[@scottkossack5155]

One of the best.

[@laurabrevitz3944]

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?

[@cesarpino7051]

SUPER!!!

[@auralfixxation6702]

Of course I also must mention, I still love the debut Whitney Houston release.

[@brianallthetime]

Love your insight. Please do a take on Basia, Time and Tide. Underated 80s hit with an incredible voice.

[@TwelveDeck]

Black velvet.

[@michelle32855]

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.

[@EgoShredder]

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.

[@b_reaction_music3900]

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[@donellbell6819]

Can you react to Regina Belle Baby Come to Me (live in Harlem performance)

[@edwincancelii2917]

She can go as high as a dramatic mezzo-soprano.

[@denis22rsa]

Maravilhosa

[@Shaharalyn1977]

Watch the video Anita pops in on Rachelle Farrell as she is having her concert. An8ta can hit long and soprano notes.

[@paulkoinegg5392]

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

[@matthewfoster3780]

She says there will be new music this year

[@FFVison]

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?

[@michaellebow7420]

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.

ouvindo-a, me passa na mente o correspondente masculo " Michael Mcdonald", você não acha? - Sucesso, gosto muito do seu trabalho.

[@zygfrydvolt1281]

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.

[@sloansv]

I so favor alto voices, the fullness.

[@hggj5010]

hi Beth .🙂🙂🙂

[@BethRoars]

hi!

[@hggj5010]

@@BethRoars good luck Beth .🙂👍🙏👌 . im mr salar .🙂 .i want send for you songs different . but i dont know emai .🤔 good night.

[@davidstokes8851]

Can you react to Betty Wright live no pain no gain

[@lutandomhlalase4416]

She is mezzo listen again

[@nondetection8882]

Please react to Ren x Chinchilla Chalk Outlines (Live) :) or How to Be Me (Live). Thank you...

[@BethRoars]

Thanks for the message! I've got a reaction to Ren coming out soon! x

[@AbouMehjan]

Please 🙏 react to one of prince's songs

[@hellofromdavid]

The only thing more gorgeous than this song, is you.

[@guitaleleoeuvre]

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]

Don't talk so much and listen to Anita ! Greetings from Heidelberg / Germany

[@vmelko28]

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[@wendystewart1867]

Cant hear it just hear u

[@sloansv]

You dont understand the riffs and runs and the skill it takes. Listen to Jasmine Sullivan Pick Up your Feelings

[@belekoy4659]

This girl is very noisy u always pose the song ur so oa

[@mikebruse2939]

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]

Difficult? No. If you’re born with it you, simply let it out. Nothing easier.