The Songstress
Anita Baker · 1991
41 min · 8 tracks · soul
A smooth blend of lush instrumentation and Anita Baker's soaring, soulful vocals creates an intimate atmosphere throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments for quiet reflection
- steady pacing for relaxed evenings
- soothing sounds for cozy gatherings
- soulful vocals that invite connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 12, 1991, 'The Songstress' marked Anita Baker's return following a five-year hiatus after her acclaimed album 'Giving You the Best That I Got'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading voice in contemporary R&B and soul, building on the commercial success and critical acclaim she had achieved in the late 1980s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· Lalah Hathaway· Toni Braxton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Angel 5:00
- 2 You're the Best Thing Yet 5:35
- 3 Feel the Need 5:38
- 4 Squeeze Me 4:42
- 5 No More Tears 5:41
- 6 Sometimes 5:55
- 7 Will You Be Mine 5:29
- 8 Do You Believe Me 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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