Voice Teacher Analyzes Anita Baker

I couldn’t pass up the chance to talk about one of the greatest singers of the modern day; Ms. Anita Baker. So sultry and rich… ugh. Just beautiful.
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[@o2bblessed73]

I've always thought her voice brings to mind a muted smooth jazz trumpet. She has always been one of my favorite vocalists. There's no one else I've heard with a sound like hers. ❤️

[@RTDavis0503]

That's an awesome metaphor

[@singingmanmd]

Anita emulated Ms. Sarah Vaughn and Ms. Nancy Wilson while putting a unique twist in her own way as well.

[@reysticks]

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[@reysticks]

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[@reysticks]

@@RTDavis0503 4rlll

[@JoyYvette]

Also, ‘consonant modification’, “pulsiveness” of the beat’, anatomy of sound’, ‘eased articulation’, ‘the YAWN in her voice’!. C’mon with your thesaurus of vocal expression!🔥

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yeeeeessssss. Thank you so much!

[@mariajohnson6492]

@@jmlegrairstudio No, thank you, you're awesome!!

[@breal9028]

Not only does she sing beautifully but her lyrics are just as beautiful.

[@vtymes1982]

👍🎯💐

[@Sc0rpion]

I saw Anita Baker in concert last year, her voice is still perfection all these years later.

[@lwilkins]

So jealous! 😩 i so want to see her live in concert!!! ❤️

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh wow! WHAT A TREAT.

[@RP.123]

I saw her last year as well. As an Anita Baker super fan I was surprised with the range. She was hitting Chaka Khan notes.

[@Sc0rpion]

@@RP.123 Yesss she was!!! OMG There was a moment between songs where she was showing love to the crowd but was improvising through song & she hit a high note that made my jaw drop. It was so bright & resonant.

[@RP.123]

@@Sc0rpion yes. So effortless

[@debrabusby6581]

My son was totally in love with Anita baker and her music. He would cut 🆙 my essence and ebony magazines just to put a picture of her in his pocket. He knew all of her songs and the lyrics. He told me that she was his woman 😂. He was just a little boy. Unfortunately he passed away from here when he was 12. I couldn't listen to her for a long time after he passed. But she is incredible

[@brothercinnamon2479]

🙏🏾

[@denisejackson776]

🙏❤️

[@cbtube1677]

Anita is in a class of her own

[@mellochello77]

She sounds like a beautiful saxophone. Just amazing

[@shay-shayhandlestolenbyyt]

One of my favorite singers. Her voice is so sophisticated, rich and classy.

[@kellyedavis7785]

🙌🏾🙌🏾yassssss auntie Anita is like sippin on a hot toddie ☺️☺️☺️

[@jmlegrairstudio]

RIGHT. I love that. Haha.

[@chrissyVelvet]

"Caught in the Rapture" Album is timeless and classic and an whole generation of babies were made off that album. We love Anita Baker sound, she is just so hard to duplicate.

[@JaySmith-wo3di]

She sat in that chair just SANGING effortlessly. Anita's tone and intonation reminds me a lot of Sarah Vaughan. This was another master-class analysis from you. Now that I think back to your Samoht analysis, I hear a lot of Anita Baker in how he approaches his tone and lax phrasing.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I can see/hear that too! And thank you!

[@alexiabetts2144]

Fun fact: She grew up listening to Sarah ❤️

[@TheLcaden79]

Would luuuuuuuvvv analysis of Sarah, Ella, Billie, Johnny Hartmann

[@Iridescentunicornfarts]

She’s so beautiful and sounds so great. Definitely see how she influenced Toni Braxton and others with that deep soulfulness.

[@Accountability2023]

Let me tell youuuuuuuu! Ms. Anita Baker is one of the great loves of my life! My daughter is 6 and asks for me to play her music🥰 thank you for this end of the week pick me up!!! 💋🥰💋🥰💋🥰

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh I love this. THANK YOU!

[@Eastpointe]

Anita Baker’s beautiful voice is like “sweet butter and honey”. It’s so smooth, with so much vocal flavor and vocal tastiness. #Motown jewel❤️

[@luvlapetite1421]

I love Anita’s voice. It’s warm, soothing and yes, nostalgic. 💕

[@adrianecook1452]

Jaron!!!!!! Let’s talk about your voice, so so amazing!!!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh my. THANK YOU! Ah!

[@reginaldsuggs4630]

Yes it is nice...hitting Anita's notes with no problem

[@brivvy]

Perfect voice, in my opinion. As unique as a fingerprint.

[@shayday3000]

Just saw her perform at a sold out arena in Detroit last weekend. She is a living ICON 🥰

[@jinlowe1953]

I’ve listened to a lot of vocal coaches on YT but your breakdown of these singers is totally phenomenal. Great job.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you!

[@ksweet0510]

My favorite voice. She gives me the vision of her as a beautiful trumpet. It's so smooth and the tone that she transfers is so effortlessly.

[@sheischic77]

She is my all time favorite singer she is just class personified!! I can't say enough her voice its just something about it its smooth controlled classy !! Love love her !!! Anita is the truth

[@KittysREIGN]

PLEASE PLEASE do Phyllis Hyman !! she’s my favorite vocalist next to Rachelle Ferrell. I love her artistry. id love to see you break it down

[@jmlegrairstudio]

She's been requested a lot!

[@MsYankeefan33]

Rachelle Ferrell, my Lord Jesus. Auntie Rachelle be cheating. Auntie Anita, Uncle Luther the tone, pitch, articulation, nothing but instruments. Thank you so much for presenting these phenomenal artists. God Bless!

[@TonyTurner]

Yes. Phyllis is amazing!!!

[@eugeniaboone5602]

Please do Phyllis Hyman and the incomparable Ms. Linda Jones. She sang Hypnotized.Both singers are 🔥 🔥

[@kellyedavis7785]

Pleaseeeeeeeeeee do Queen Mother Sade or our good sis AMY WINEHOUSE!!!!!!!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Ohhhhh yeahhhh both are goooooood.

[@clockwork9825]

I miss Amy ! 😭

[@sc33h3o3]

"good sis" :)

[@onlygafabotwhatigafbout8495]

Amy had the feel aspect to her voice

[@arvinternationalinc.7350]

Yes indeed!

[@trebormusic38]

This was my request! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@lynettemcduffie1682]

Mine too

[@jmlegrairstudio]

No problem 😊 I really try to read these comments and do what y'all wanna see ;)

[@lynettemcduffie1682]

@@jmlegrairstudio well I'm totally loving this channel. You have an amazing ear and voice yourself

[@marque235]

She's my all-time favorite! Honored to see her perform live during her retirement tour just a few years ago in Florida! I've never cried at a concert before. I ADORE her! Thank you Jaron!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh you're SO welcome!

[@benitaeileen]

I’ve always LOVED Anita Baker and have seen her several times in concert…I loved your description calling her sound nostalgic - I can’t explain it but her vocals fill me with emotion…undoubtedly one of the greatest vocalist of our generation

[@lorij3738]

What a great analysis of Anita Baker! I've always admired that she does not over-sing. The video you chose to analyze was excellent and one of my favorite live performances by this incredible singer. Her live vocals are always fantastic. I loved your technical breakdown of this gifted artist. Her phrasing and articulation is fantastic. No one can communicate a lyric quite like Anita. I love her rich, smooth tone. No One In the World like Anita Baker. Cheers.

[@SubtleLife88]

I've never seen this performance and I have definitly been blessed this evening.. Absolutely in love with Aunty Nita! Great choice!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yesss enjoy!

[@aisha2luv464]

Yesssss I know I voted for Ledisi in the comments but Anita is really who I wanted. She is incomparable!!!!

[@SoulfulMina]

Thank you so much to the person that requested this 😭❤ Love Anita Baker!

[@blessed879]

She sounds like no one, and no one can sounds like her, she's sneakily the 👌 best

[@mic1240]

Guessing so much is just natural to her, unique and legendary voice. Her music sounds as good now as back in day (and actually sounds great live too, not just recordings)

[@THSimagery]

@3:25 - where the genius in your videos shines… adding value to this man!

[@AnnMarieKing]

Nice to reconnect with the best of the best female vocalists of our time through your channel. Thank you for honouring them with your analyses.

[@merrychristmasiiyouera8365]

Ugh her voiceeee 😩 LIKE SYRUPPP

[@irefusepodcast]

I'm so happy that we have a review of this live performance of this song by Anita Baker. The way she slides, glides, wallops across a song never ceases to amaze me. There's not a single skip in her catalogue. She still gives me chills to this day. There are 4 songs of hers that I keep close to my heart; Fairy Tales, I apologize, Body & Soul and No One In The World (which I found recently was a remake; Dionne did it the year prior on one of her albums). Nevertheless, I'm elated that you are doing a review of this. I am enjoying it here. Thank You

[@YOitsHEEZY]

my FAVORITE Anita song! Her voice is so soothing and well preserved. Saw her in concert recently and she still has IT. Great analysis.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you Mr. Herndonnnnnnnnnnnnnnn! hahaha.

[@adinadade8167]

Brings me to tears every time She is just rude in the best way possible

[@luvjnz]

Lady Anita is sitting & singing. Sitting!!! Her vocals are simply beautiful. This is what I call a vocal hug. 🖤🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙

[@CalvinBloopers]

This recording gives me chills every time

[@dejahthoris2769]

I love love love your analysis! So glad I found you.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I'm glad you found my channel too! Welcome!

[@shaleaceh]

Sir your analysis of her vocals was excellent. The technical descriptions of her voice coupled with an anatomy lesson was spot on!

[@lynettetropet9678]

I just love me some Anita Baker!!!...and she sounds exactly like what you hear on here but better !

[@lineikeleli207]

YAAAAAAAS!!!! This made my WEEK🔥🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤❤❤Anita Thank you

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh yay!!!!

[@bloved7615]

Her voice is like listening to a lullaby. I feel her voice snaking through my body. What a gift from God. The lyrics & voice. Perfection

[@LurithenFraser]

I subscribed to your channel because you give a master class in vocal.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I appreciate that! Thank you for sticking around!

[@angelakumiwaa]

@@jmlegrairstudio I need some vocal coaching from you

[@jmlegrairstudio]

@@angelakumiwaa let's see if we can make something happen! Let's talk! Book a free consult!

[@geralettemagruder5888]

I’m so impressed with your knowledge! I think I can sing a little better now 😂 Truth be told I can’t sing but you are amazing!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Hahaa thank you!

[@brittneynicole7765]

Can you do Luther? Any performance is fine because every single one is perfect lol

[@JoyYvette]

Anyone who had a Heart or The Impossible Dream. Matter of fact, please, please do Cynthia Erivo’s version of the Impossible Dream from the Kennedy Center Honors, or her iconic performance of I’m Here! Sidebar: can we just THANK THE LORD FOR THE GIFT OF MUSIC! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Noted! haha. He is good. I'll put him on my list!

[@badiyahj1]

My favorite singer. I’ve always modeled my vocal training off of Auntie Anita. Her voice was much higher when she was younger, Chapter 6 days. To hear the growth into a more sultry sound makes my ears smile

[@ladiibutterfly]

Chaaaa the way you broke this down was PERFECT!!!!! The very first thing I noticed was Anita is sitting and murdering! Yes love love love this analysis!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

SITTING AND KILLIN! Okay!? Thank youuuuuuuuuu!

[@wandagray9094]

This woman is timeless!

[@michellem7271]

Absolutely loved this analysis of Anita Baker's singing. She is my absolute favorite singer of all time 💖👍🏾

[@nchantedone2073]

I love Anita’s voice it’s like velvet, my mom would play it all the time whenI was very small. I would love for you to review Minnie Riperton amazing voice next! 💖

[@Zen_17k]

AB is a LEGEND!!! I have NOT seen her live, but I would love to!!! ❤️ her!!!

[@MrsAshleyStrother]

Omg she makes me teary eyed every time I hear her live voice! I love her so much!

[@DesiderataVio]

I love this channel! I'm here way too much! I love the analysis!

[@lle6527]

Jaron, I voted for the Diva/Songstress!!i feel like I’m in your class😂😂💀😂. I’m over here TRYING to hit these “THROWS.”💀💀😂YOU ARE AWESOME!! BAAAAABBEEEE!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yessssss! SIIIIIIING. Haha! So glad you're enjoying.

[@La_Quis808]

Her voice is SUCH a warm instrument! Thank you for doing this❤❤❤

[@singingmanmd]

Anita is a bad a** undeniable legend. Her voice is so powerful, well connected, warm, sexy, grown, relaxed, poignant, husky yet smooth, and beautifully unique with a clear muffled sound that capture every bit of your attention right from the minute she opens her mouth!!!

[@thebarbaradouglasexperience]

I absolutely love how you enjoy/love what you do:-)

[@jenniferhallphd8322]

I am here for this! This was amazing!! Analysis you better come through!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank ya!!

[@colortura]

Great insight on Anita Baker's wonderful instrument.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you!

[@TheJohnDoe70]

You are like the scientist of the voice! Absolutely amazing. ,-)

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh wow. I love this title. THANK YOU!

[@kevinleftridge8241]

Love it Love it LOVE IT!!!! You're helping me with my speech and articulation❤️🙏🏽❤️ I love Anita Baker as well , just a back story She used to come to the studio in Fairfax Va. just outside of Washington D. C. This was during the You’re my Angel!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Love it! 🙏🏾🖤

[@diedraclarke]

Blessings!! I thank God for leading me to your channel🙌 I enjoyed and look forward to more! Take care. Shalom🥰

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thanks for coming by! Thank you!

[@SwaggaJonez1]

I was just smiling listening to her voice

[@MegaLovelyLoves]

Now that you’ve done Anita it’s only right that you do thee living legend ms Toni Braxton!!!!

[@shonsaffold4128]

Amen 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@jmlegrairstudio]

RIGHT. You right. Haha.

[@tcg1972]

I second that. Toni is Anita's vocal daughter.

[@scotttimothy64]

You are very good at what you do.

[@2phresh4dis]

Love that you do these vids. Well done breaking down songs I’ve grown up listening too

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Glad you like them!

[@chriscarlton665]

Your analysis is so very helpful. I'm a singer and I really appreciate you breaking down the techniques of these phenomenal singers... and you're phenomenal yourself. Thank you much for your videos.

[@MrsEP-wx8ds]

Oh my God! I love your analysis of these artist, and Anita is my all time favorite!!!! I don’t know how I stumbled across your channel, but I am so glad I did! I should be sleep but I am consistently scrolling and listening! You’re awesome! 🤗

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I'm glad you stumbled your way here, too! Thank you!

[@Shamanicjourney7]

You broke it down to a science! Thank you! I get curious. Stephanie Mills please.

[@Qu33n]

Oh yeah I'm gonna enjoy this one because Mrs Baker gave such a heavenly performance on that show!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Hope you enjoyed!

[@ruthadong6737]

We are here.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yay!

[@tcg1972]

I love Miss Anita! Great analysis as always. Please do Toni Braxton in her Prime. There are LIVE clips all over KZbin. Anita is her favorite singer and it shows especially in concert.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Toni’s on my list!

[@nicim3730]

Love your reviews

[@pamc8ks819]

Thank you for the Lalah Hathaway Analysis👩🏽‍🎤🧡💜💚💛

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yesssss of course!

[@Cyber_Diva]

You are truly beautiful!! Thank you for sharing your expertise and love of music.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@dwayneduncan5934]

I love you brother aha. Much respect to the great Miss Anita Baker.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you man!

[@dwayneduncan5934]

@@jmlegrairstudio Your welcome!! ;)

[@jayquanjenkins8308]

Anything Chante Moore... is what I’m waiting on. She’s so underrated. I loved this Anita analysis 📌📌

[@jmlegrairstudio]

She's noted! And yes underrated!

[@arvinternationalinc.7350]

I agree very underestimated 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@deniseevans7960]

@@jmlegrairstudio Can you please do Tamia she can sang!

[@stephanieg4342]

Thank you. I asked you to do Ms. Baker, and you made it happen. You are the best.!!!!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Yessssss! I remember! So glad you enjoyed!

[@asse1320]

Your analysis are always on point, thank you for sharing this explanations and congrats on 10k, you deserve it🎊❤️

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you so much! I’m so ecstatic! Ahhhh!

[@fine_art_wr]

Top 5 favorite female vocalist! I’ve loved her since the 4th grade & been hooked ever since! Her tone and style is so transcending it’s ethereal in a way, almost like welling! I’ve seen her in concert twice & I still can’t believe it! 😭💕

[@bonniekindler4885]

love ur analyses - so interesting!! i would love to hear u talk about Sarah Vaughan!

[@naomimorris3708]

Just found your channel and binge watching, LOVING IT BTW!!! Please do Dorinda Clark-Cole or Jonathan McReynolds - Grace or any of the main songs from Helen Baylor. (Personally I feel like Helen Baylor is underrated but just like Anita Baker her voice is so iconic and I love her technique).

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I’m glad you find the channel! 🙌🏾🖤 Oh those are good ones!

[@lorij3738]

Yes. Helen Baylor is excellent!

[@snooky770]

She still sound amazing. I love her sound.

[@donarobinson1021]

You are doing a phenomenal job sir..I know you are very busy but the analysis of live vocal performances are spot on..

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you're enjoying!

[@1111mykal]

We appreciate you 💯

[@jmlegrairstudio]

I appreciate YOU!

[@MarieHolliday]

You are blessed with your voice

[@pamc8ks819]

👏🏽👏🏽💛💚Thank you for sharing your expertise. Anita Baker is absolutely fantastic. I enjoy hearing your narrative-- your explanations and the way you dissect the individuals style. I',m learning it is a Science and Art. You are my teacher and there are many terms I have to look up! You are increasing my vocabulary, thank goodness. She is truly unique and novel. *** Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Dionne Warrick, Aretha Franklin are their voices part of a unique group of era singers?*** 💜🧡👩🏽‍🎤Have you studied Lalah Hathaway ? PS Your LOCS are gorgeous on you!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Oh I love this. I appreciate your watching these! And All these folks are on my list!

[@dzyahscloud8256]

Once again, you explained your analysis and findings so clearly on Miss Anita Baker. Fantastic and amazing voice Enjoyable to watch. Please can you do miss lauryn Hill and wanya morris from boys to men. Thankyou x

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Wow, thank you! And I'll take note!

[@trapcaviarstr8flexx305]

Bro! Great break down 💯💯💯💯

[@arnettawilliams3067]

Love her so much 🧚‍♀️

[@gworlontwowheels5694]

I learn so much from you. Thank you.

[@straightnochaser2450]

I love listening to your analytical articulation about the voice and singing.

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@heaven255]

Yes I saw her live in Vegas last year it was wonderful 🎤🎶🎶🎤🎶🎤🎶🎶

[@johnhughes3963]

I request another Anita Baker classic! Awesome analysis!!

[@tip.just_as_i_am9092]

Great job analyzing Anita! I love the warmth of her voice. My request is F.A.N.T.A.S.I.A please♥!!

[@jmlegrairstudio]

Added!

[@n7y8c7]

This clip is from an appearance on Donahue in the early 90s. Bless her ❤️, she's possibly sitting due to a recent pregnancy loss. Thank you so much for this. She's ALWAYS been a fave.

[@johnhughes3963]

Excellent job..I must say..but I just got by how many chills I get, when she sings