Rapture cover

Released 40 years ago

Rapture

Anita Baker · 1986

37 min · 8 tracks · soul

Smooth, lush soul melodies intertwine with Anita Baker's rich, emotive vocals, creating an intimate listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • intimate, personal listening experiences
  • smooth, lush melodic flows
  • emotive vocal storytelling

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1986, 'Rapture' was Anita Baker's breakthrough album following her debut, 'The Songstress' (1983). This album catapulted her to mainstream success and established her as a prominent voice in soul music during the mid-1980s, showcasing her unique blend of jazz and R&B influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Sade· Lalah Hathaway· Toni Braxton

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sweet Love 4:27
  • 2 You Bring Me Joy 4:26
  • 3 Caught Up in the Rapture 5:17
  • 4 Been So Long 5:13
  • 5 Mystery 4:57
  • 6 No One in the World 4:07
  • 7 Same Ole Love 4:05
  • 8 Watch Your Step 4:59

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