Anita Baker - One Night of Rapture 1. Mystery 1:28 2.Caught Up In The Rapture 9:23 3.Same Ole Love 15:29 4. You Bring Me Joy 19:20 5. You've Changed 25:34 6.Watch Your Step 27:55 7.Sweet Love 34:55 8.Been So Long 41:38 9. No One In The World 48:35 10. End Credits 53:14
+Faith I love you for taking the time to put time codes.... thanks a bunch... it's like a CD now.... lol Everybody else.... VOT THIS COMMENT UP "THUMBS UP" so the time code appears at the top....
No matter how excellent you are there will be haters. They dont even matter. She is one of the most talented in the business with a distinguished voice. If they dont like it why are they viewing it. I dont view what I dislike.
Saw her live in Birmingham uk.. She asked us what we wanted to hear.. I was screaming no more tears. She heard me and said you don't want to hear that old thing.. I shouted yes.. Please.. I haven't sing that in years.. More people say yes sing it.. She then sang it to me.. What a moment... Now my son is a fan too.. Thank you Queen Anita from the bottom of my heart.
She’s a great dancer...so free. Her singing brought jazz to those of us too young to have experienced Billie Holiday and Sara Vaughn. There was no internet in the mid- late 80’s. Now I can actually watch her performances...amazing. I love how she’s so engrossed in the music. There’s no pretension, no facades...just Anita!! No one like her before or after! Check out her performance at the ‘87 Grammy Awards ‘God Bless The Child’
She becomes her music in every fibre of her being. A pleasure to witness! I hope she inspires some of the young singers/songwriters to revisit this stunning genre. ❤ If they can sing without autotune that is! 😢
Ok, Anita is a singing legend; her technique, stage presence and range are unmistakably hers but one thing that puts her above soo many is her tone. People, you can not buy tone. You may be able to sing the loudest, screech the balls out of a note and take it to church countless times but it doesn't matter if your tone is "off!" Anita's tone however is truly beautiful, like her. My favourite singer ever.
That's it, Sir Dave!! Tone is everything. As an instrumentalist, Wes Montgomery was/is incomparable! Not just b/c he played octaves without the use of a stomp box, but he played it all with his thumb!! And the tone made all the difference in the world. Yes, Anita's tone is phenom!!!
With over 1100 CDs at final count, Rapture was my first CD, EVERY song is the best one, not a note, beat, rhythm, instrumental part I don’t know 😂. My Favourite album of all time. If I had to choose only one to listen to for the rest of my life this is it! 👏👏❤
I was 15 years old when I 1st heard this album...It was 1986, I lost my grandmother, met my biological father & First love 💗 All in that summer. It was Anita & Whitney who sang the soundtrack of my life. Sweet Love is for HIM...Every word she sings is for him!😔💔💔💔💔💔
I can relate. I was also 15 and ran to buy her album the day after I heard it in our dance class in 1986! I went on further to become a professional dancer, and had the opportunity to dance to Mystery with a partner. Huge event, LOVED every nuance in the song, danced my heart out! Such an honour to showcase her music!! ❤❤
I owned every single Anita Baker album put out. I would listen to them on rainy cold days and just sigh...What a fabulous talent! She is literally one of a kind.
As a young rock/metal guy I heard Ms. Baker on MTV and was smitten with her voice, soulfulness and beauty. Caught Up In The Rapture is one of the sexiest songs ever Giving You the Best That I Got the greatest love song. Truly amazing talent with class that’s beyond measure. This performance is great.
I went to the concert that night not expecting what I experienced. I have to say I was totally mesmerized by Her. I sat there stunned, her voice her movements no words really... just happy I got to be there... Irvine Meadows in CA.
I WAS ALSO NOTICING THAT THE AUDIENCE WAS MESMERIZED BY HER. AND RIGHTLY SO. NOT A LOT OF MOVEMENT AT ALL. ALL EYES ON HER! WHAT A BLESSING YOU HAD TO BE THERE. MISS CAROLYN
She was in DC. After that Richmond Va where i saw her with my bf and my mom. A church lady who heard and liked Anita as I began to. Youre right you sit there stuck. You end up her rapture and voice/performance mesmorised. To hear her voice off the theatre walls is an amazing sound. The song pulls you in. I asked my mom afterwards how was it? She said she was holding her breath. Forgetting to breathe. Thats how mesmorizing her performances are. ,
@@nicoletucker7057I’m sooo envious!! Never was going to happen in Australia 😢. Mind you, I went through 3 cassettes, 2 records and 2 CDs ( I still have) with just Rapture! 😂😂 Now my 22 yr old son is a massive fan. Adores her! So jealous of all the greats we had back then. So I’m helping fill him in and he’s loving every bit! ❤
No one sings like her. Her music grabs you and gives you an experience. You can tell that she feels her music. Which makes it easy for others to feel her! If one of her songs come on you can’t skip it. You just listen tell it ends.
nobody phrases like Anita, nobody annunciates like Anita, and nobody sounds like Anita - just one of those rare, 'forever' voices that will endure over time. such an inspiration for all singers today, male or female, in how to convey an emotion with soul, with conviction, and with talent (and without electronic enhancement or correction - this is just real talent through a real heart, sounding out through the mike).
Such RAW talent!!! No voice overs, No technical cover ups, nothing! she is my favorite singer of all time! Of proof that the old school singers were just that...SINGERS!!! she performs live and sounds just like she does in the studio... For sure she's not a studio singer... Love her love her love her!!!
Nothing "Raw" at all about this talent here! That was a seasoned mature vet in the music game she came up on some of the greatest musicians and artists know to mankind! So she knew she had to bring it every night! She is a living legend and NATIONAL treasure... ILoveMeSomeAnita😍😍 but I get what you were actually saying..
Her voice is such a gift, I'm right there with you! Artistry at that level always brings me to tears, it's not everyday you get to experience something like that (well, until TH-cam!).
No autotune, prerecorded backings,lip syncing for her. Thank heavens I was blessed to grow up serenaded by her! She sings it even BETTER than in the studio!! Who can do that now?? Anyone?? Real question 😂
I remember when I first heard her on my car radio singing “Sweet Love.” At that time I had never heard anything like it. I didn’t know who Anita Baker was. All I knew was the song and that I wanted to know everything about this artist and her music. When I found this concert on VHS, I immediately rented it. I gathered my entire family and we watched as she took us all to another wonderful place. Thank you for posting this and the journey back. 👍
Janelle need to play Anita in a biopic! BOY! This is the first time I've watched this and I didn't know she was so enthusiastic on the stage!!! She is truly a legend! I blame my momma for loving this woman the way that I do!
Janelle Monae is a baby Anita Baker. They even look alike. But let's not forget their sister, MeShell Ndegeocello. All of these women are tiny, and have these deep voices.
This brings tears to my eyes...where are THESE artists at? The ones that understand VIBRATION, EMOTION and all of the elements that make LIFELONG music????? SALUTE TO THE REAL ONES!!!
Saw her on this tour in San Diego. 3rd row from the stage. While singing, she walked up to the front of the stage and was looking at my date and I, then in a brief pause from singing, I patted my heart to signal that I really loved her singing, she responded by doing the same to me, smiled, then began singing again. Pretty cool and shows that she connected with her fans. Incredible lady and performer.
Don't know about that......don't get me wrong, Anita Baker is obviously good at what she does... however, I think of artists like Phyllis Hyman, Angela Bofil, Regina Belle, etc. These artists, and many more did not share the success of Anita Baker, although equally talented in their own right. Especially Phyllis Hyman.....not trying to create a comparison , but just image Phyllis covering an Anita Baker song........
newme10 newme10 Absolutely correct. Let us not get carried away with the euphoria not singers voice and cancel out others. Sometimes, we don't need to compare---as each are unique in their own sphere. Peace
This video made me fall in love with Anita. I’ll never look back. I’m a little Jewish white girl but I feel her in my heart and soul so deeply it almost pains me. She is my biggest vocal inspiration
lol me to! this was on growing up every Friday night at family parties !! im 32 now crying like a baby watching this! she's amazing and the band was as well!
As a young black 28 year old millennial male from Columbia, SC. I have to say this women is phenomenal & mesmerizing 👸🏾👸🏾👸🏾🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿, we literally have the same soul ✨✨✨, #BlackGirlMagic #BlackExcellence💫💫👸🏾
I had the pleasure of seeing Anita at Wembley Arena London when she toured with this album...I was only 17 years old...to this day the best concert I've ever seen and I'm now 43 !!! Amazing lady x
Wow, isn't this lady just FABULOUS in every way!? What a performance! Every song was superb but the stand out for me was "Watch Your Step"....she really SANG that song! And the saxophonist was absolutely on fire! 🤩
I am from Bengkulu, a small city in the Sumatra island in Indonesia. I was introduced to Ms. Baker's music when I was still in high school, circa 2007 - 2008 (also the first time I ever heard a singer named Anita Baker). Illegal downloaded music was very popular among youngsters in Indonesia back then, and I listened Ms. Baker's song for the very first time through free download, and that song was You Bring Me Joy. That was the only song available for free on the internet that time, and I was so stunned by the magical voice and musical style of Ms. Baker. A few months later, I started searching out other songs from Anita Baker, from Rapture to Rhythm of Love. Sweet Love, Caught Up in the Rapture, Giving You The Best That I Got, Just Because, Soul Inspiration, Angel, I Apologized are some of the songs that keep stuck in my head when I need time to relax and chill in the middle of the night. The kinda quality I hardly find these days. Bravo to the legend!
One of the most underrated and underappreciated female vocalist of my generation, from the 80'sand 90's. Pretty amazing talent behind her on the stage as well.
Yes 👏 I agree. I was 15 when I bought Rapture the day after I heard Sweet Love in my dance class. Transfixed by her voice! She still did amazingly well but I always felt she should have made it through the stratosphere of the world! She’s unmatched to this day. Who sings better LIVE, than their recordings, and can ad lib like this? With her musicians? She embodies her music ❤ My Queen ❤
Great group of musicians and Miss Baker displayed a total class act without having too have her body on display. She is what I would consider a role model for some of the female singers out there now. Thanks Anita for all the joy You bring.😎
Realize and recognize the vocal force known as Anita Baker; people, we are very fortunate to be alive and witness such a talent that may never be evident during any other lifetime....thank you Ms. Baker for sharing your true vocal gift with us! ❤️
I remember I was 8 when this came out. Whitney Houston was the biggest thing going and Whitney is one of the greatest of all time. But I remember my mom telling me Anita Baker is right there and may be better. I looked at my mom like she was crazy. After all these years I see what she was saying. Anita is legendary.
I agree. Whitney was a powerhouse and legend at her huge songs. Untouchable. However, imo I believe Anita is better all round. Writes, brings jazz, blues RnB together LIVE I mean who can do that?! Sings every soulful note from the heart, body is encompassing everything as she moves, seriously if I had to choose? Anita! 🎉 And I adore Whitney! 😂
Ms. Baker was supposed record "Love Should Have Brought You Home" for the 'Boomerang' soundtrack. When Babyface sent her the demo she wasn't feeling it and told them to just let the young lady singing on the demo record the song. That young woman was Toni Braxton and she didn't re-record the song for the album. That is the demo recording on the soundtrack.
such energy, such a voice, definitly a legend. I'm watching this on video on TH-cam(2020) she is still the best and I'm 70 yrs old. Love,LOVE love her, she is the best. what a performance, She nailed this. GOD BLESS HER.
This Anita Baker concert in DC is pure GOLD. 🔥 DC has always loved and celebrated great music. Anita Baker filled the airwaves for years, e.g., WHUR and other local jazz and R&B stations. Great singers are set apart by what they do between the lyrics. Not only is Anita Baker a phenomenal voice, she is a wonderful songwriter and interpreter of the lyrics of love in all its ups and downs. Thank you for sharing this concert. Because of this post, I bought the VHS recently & converted it to a digital format. This live performance is a Master class on how to perform live music, vocal technique, and how to own the stage. Watch and learn. Brava Anita Baker - No one in the World like you. Love 💘
Anita has always been "down to earth" performing - nothing flashy or glamorous. Always has a good band and has an outstanding superhuman vocal range! She never fails with her music!
This is the epitome of class ,sensuality, femininity, Beauty and talent see how physical beauty is near the bottom folks that is Anita Baker love this Lady emphasis on Lady
I just saw her last night at Radio City and I can honestly say she outdid this performance twofold! To say she’s gotten better with age is an understatement. Too bad this is her farewell tour. I would definitely see her again if the opportunity presents itself.
Probably the MOST LOVED singer of all time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She has NEVER failed to amaze me with the beautiful noise she makes, there is no woman like her.
angelic angel did that a few times, twice ended with a broken heart, but I would not say it will never happen again, but I will not rush into anything again.
I was introduced to Anita Baker when I was 17. It was 1989. I dropped to the floor, I couldn't believe what a perfect sound she had and has today. I won't let go, no matter how vicious the world feels and how hard I lash out at the losses of my life. I'll still be right there.
1:00 Mystery (The Manhattan Transfers cover) 9:22 Caught Up In The Rapture 15:30 Same Ole Love (365 Days A Year) 19:21 You Bring Me Joy 25:28 You've Changed (Billie Holliday cover) 27:44 Watch Your Step 34:54 Sweet Love 41:36 Been So Long 48:34 No One In The World
COVID19 lockdown 2020 got me coming back here 30 years after I first watched this. Would repeatedly watch this on laser disc till I mastered every single word and sound. Lol
I love me some Anita! Woman got skills and tore the roof off....brings me back to being 14 and I "NEVER' went to bed without this album playing next to me to put me to sleep....this woman can "sang"!! I wish I could go back and redo the 80's and 90's cuz music just ain't the same...this nonsense they got playin now adays just tells me these people have no idea what music is...it's supposed to rock you to the core, give you chills, and put u in a zone!
Jeanette Rios. -- completely agree with you Jeanette. What they have these days is NOT singing and can never & shiuld never be compared to Anita's singing and music as Anita can truly SING. Love, love her always & forever.♡♡♡♡♡
Style, Elegance and Class - Ms. Baker is a classic! Who is still watching in June 2020. This is real talent - she sounds incredible live; I'm definitely caught up in the Rapture!!!
I always played this video on the monitor at Blockbuster when I worked on Saturday nights. The customers loved it- I think they felt like they were at a free concert- maybe they even bought more tapes and rentals, lol. Anita's petite size (4' 11") always contradicted her spectacular, gun-blazing contralto, she is visually breathtaking here in a very feminine white suit and dancing skirt. Unforgettable at the 27:56 minute is a lovely seven-minute performance of "'Watch your Step," followed by screams of appreciation from the audience, which grow even louder at the seamless transition to "Sweet Love" at 34:54. Singularly gorgeous.
Blockbuster?! I love it, what a great memory. Those really were kid in Candy Store days, all those choices in front of you, and a free concert(!), when seeing the artist was magic. (Not anymore.)
I lov D your comment. I loved blockbuster..so special to actually go and walk around picking a video to see with friends or family or hubby etc..brought people together..And also having this play in the background created a special vibe where people got more than they bargained for like the magic of her voice and songs...That's the best way to hear music like this. .being played out there in the world. WOW..you are awesome.xxxx
Just the best concert in the history of music. There's nothing bad to say about Anita's singing and those who dare say anything bad are just a bunch of idiots who know nothing about music and soul. She's perfect. It's such a delightful experience to listen to any of her songs, and watching her sing and dance stuns the hell out of you. Love her because she's brought so much happiness into my life for so many years.
Anita, along with Aretha and Whitney, is in my top three female vocalists of all-time! Anita emotes every word of every song she sings with such soul!!! The woman really MOVES me! Thanks for the upload!
Lemme tell you, these ppl in this here audience got their money's worth and then some. Anita puts her entire spirit and soul into this concert, you can't help but be transfixed on her.
Anita Baker - One Night of Rapture
1. Mystery 1:28
2.Caught Up In The Rapture 9:23
3.Same Ole Love 15:29
4. You Bring Me Joy 19:20
5. You've Changed 25:34
6.Watch Your Step 27:55
7.Sweet Love 34:55
8.Been So Long 41:38
9. No One In The World 48:35
10. End Credits 53:14
+Faith I love you for taking the time to put time codes.... thanks a bunch... it's like a CD now.... lol
Everybody else.... VOT THIS COMMENT UP "THUMBS UP" so the time code appears at the top....
Sweet!!!!
Faith
What about "Lead me into Love"?
Huh
To the 71 people that disliked this..u must have your whole foot in your ear because THIS is what real music is all about.
They don't get it.
Forgive them for they not know what classic music is 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎶🎶🎶
They don't no what real music is
No matter how excellent you are there will be haters. They dont even matter. She is one of the most talented in the business with a distinguished voice. If they dont like it why are they viewing it. I dont view what I dislike.
@@michaelwilson6261 like we dont get what they like.
Thank God this is captured forever. Anita at her prime. The audience was blessed to experience this masterpiece.
Yes indeed!!! I'm watching right now wishing I could turn time back
They don’t realize it at the moment.
Saw her last year
And she sounded just as good.
Love Nita
So lucky
Luvvit!
Luvvin it for decades!
I love how Anita Baker is fully dressed . She’s allowing her talent to shine through without being half naked.
Here in 2023! Still giving chills-that tone, the movement! It’s still giving! Oh and it’s live-not many can compare!
Saw her live in Birmingham uk.. She asked us what we wanted to hear.. I was screaming no more tears. She heard me and said you don't want to hear that old thing.. I shouted yes.. Please.. I haven't sing that in years.. More people say yes sing it.. She then sang it to me.. What a moment... Now my son is a fan too.. Thank you Queen Anita from the bottom of my heart.
Wow, that is amazing, I grew up in London in the 80's ..her music voice just made my life and memories special. What year did you see her?
That's my very favorite song of hers! I've been fortunate to see her live in concert twice, 25 years apart, but not heard he sing that!
My favorite greatest female singer of all time in my opinion
I love the fact that I can go to do "old school " concerts of my girl A B ❤
Awesome
I love how the music possesses her and she moves and dances with absolute freedom. I love this lady.
Yes yes you nailed it _____ the possess her and we win
Music
She’s a great dancer...so free. Her singing brought jazz to those of us too young to have experienced Billie Holiday and Sara Vaughn. There was no internet in the mid- late 80’s. Now I can actually watch her performances...amazing. I love how she’s so engrossed in the music. There’s no pretension, no facades...just Anita!! No one like her before or after! Check out her performance at the ‘87 Grammy Awards ‘God Bless The Child’
She becomes her music in every fibre of her being. A pleasure to witness! I hope she inspires some of the young singers/songwriters to revisit this stunning genre. ❤ If they can sing without autotune that is! 😢
There would be no Toni Braxton if it wasn't for Anita Baker breakin down the doors with that sultry, silky smooth sound. Amazing!!
Literally
B4 you mention Tony, don't forget about miss Regina Belle.. in tonality
Toni acknowledges it to. She pays homage to her
so true
And if it wasnt for her being on bed rest she wouldve sang Toni's first hit
Anita Baker's music never goes out of style!!! Love her voice and energy ❤️
Ok, Anita is a singing legend; her technique, stage presence and range are unmistakably hers but one thing that puts her above soo many is her tone. People, you can not buy tone. You may be able to sing the loudest, screech the balls out of a note and take it to church countless times but it doesn't matter if your tone is "off!" Anita's tone however is truly beautiful, like her. My favourite singer ever.
That's it, Sir Dave!! Tone is everything. As an instrumentalist, Wes Montgomery was/is incomparable! Not just b/c he played octaves without the use of a stomp box, but he played it all with his thumb!! And the tone made all the difference in the world. Yes, Anita's tone is phenom!!!
slimdudeDJC I believe Anita's idol was the best... Sarah Vaughn nuff said.
David Roberts ** Yes !
I agree sir, I agreeeee!!
Precisely!!!
💞 One voice you'll never confuse with anyone else. One of a kind. I love this woman SO much. 👏👏👏
interjected????
Exactly.I Agree.There Is No Confusion Whit Here Suave Voice.She's Unique...
YEP!
Say it again for the people in the back!!
Toni Braxton??? Jus kidding lol...but this is who she mimicked tho...her teacher
I'm a 61yr old white guy, who fell in love with anita Baker all over AGAIN, love this woman
It could be year 3000 in people still be playing Anita Baker
HER MUSIC IS TIMELESS.
🎶🎼🎶🎵🎤🎵🎶🎼🎶
DAMN STRAIGHT!
Anita's background singers and band is no joke. They are bad to the bone.
Best album of al times. Every song a classic
With over 1100 CDs at final count, Rapture was my first CD, EVERY song is the best one, not a note, beat, rhythm, instrumental part I don’t know 😂. My Favourite album of all time. If I had to choose only one to listen to for the rest of my life this is it! 👏👏❤
Every song on this album was a hit ........what a legend !
Ms. Baker will always be the gold standard!
I was 15 years old when I 1st heard this album...It was 1986, I lost my grandmother, met my biological father & First love 💗 All in that summer. It was Anita & Whitney who sang the soundtrack of my life. Sweet Love is for HIM...Every word she sings is for him!😔💔💔💔💔💔
Beautiful story also 86 is when janet came out with her third breakthrough album control!!!
Happy for you❤❤❤
I can relate. I was also 15 and ran to buy her album the day after I heard it in our dance class in 1986! I went on further to become a professional dancer, and had the opportunity to dance to Mystery with a partner. Huge event, LOVED every nuance in the song, danced my heart out! Such an honour to showcase her music!! ❤❤
I owned every single Anita Baker album put out. I would listen to them on rainy cold days and just sigh...What a fabulous talent! She is literally one of a kind.
Me too! My husband proposed on Angel!!! We just saw her live. Worth the wait!
As a young rock/metal guy I heard Ms. Baker on MTV and was smitten with her voice, soulfulness and beauty.
Caught Up In The Rapture is one of the sexiest songs ever Giving You the Best That I Got the greatest love song.
Truly amazing talent with class that’s beyond measure.
This performance is great.
I went to the concert that night not expecting what I experienced. I have to say I was totally mesmerized by Her. I sat there stunned, her voice her movements no words really... just happy I got to be there... Irvine Meadows in CA.
Thats beautiful. Lucky you are to be ther with the great Anita Baker.
Blessed ;)
I WAS ALSO NOTICING THAT THE AUDIENCE WAS MESMERIZED BY HER. AND RIGHTLY SO. NOT A LOT OF MOVEMENT AT ALL. ALL EYES ON HER! WHAT A BLESSING YOU HAD TO BE THERE. MISS CAROLYN
She was in DC. After that Richmond Va where i saw her with my bf and my mom. A church lady who heard and liked Anita as I began to. Youre right you sit there stuck. You end up her rapture and voice/performance mesmorised. To hear her voice off the theatre walls is an amazing sound. The song pulls you in. I asked my mom afterwards how was it? She said she was holding her breath. Forgetting to breathe. Thats how mesmorizing her performances are. ,
Lucky you ! ^_^
No female singer today can even come close to the musical talent and class that this woman has. Sings fantastic and dresses with so much class.
If I had a time machine id go back to this concert...Top shelf musicians...
no doubt
I saw this show at Radio City in 1987. Watching this took me back. Great show. She had a then unknown Gerald Albright as her sax man.
It would be well worth the trip. 86 after this show I saw her. Amazing experience I had. Her voice and the musicians were all top notch and on poinr.
I had the honor of seeing her at this concert, I felt those notes. It was amazing
@@nicoletucker7057I’m sooo envious!! Never was going to happen in Australia 😢. Mind you, I went through 3 cassettes, 2 records and 2 CDs ( I still have) with just Rapture! 😂😂 Now my 22 yr old son is a massive fan. Adores her! So jealous of all the greats we had back then. So I’m helping fill him in and he’s loving every bit! ❤
No one sings like her. Her music grabs you and gives you an experience. You can tell that she feels her music. Which makes it easy for others to feel her! If one of her songs come on you can’t skip it. You just listen tell it ends.
nobody phrases like Anita, nobody annunciates like Anita, and nobody sounds like Anita - just one of those rare, 'forever' voices that will endure over time. such an inspiration for all singers today, male or female, in how to convey an emotion with soul, with conviction, and with talent (and without electronic enhancement or correction - this is just real talent through a real heart, sounding out through the mike).
SO TRUE..NUFF SAID.....
Beautifully put, she’s magical and unique.
Whitney. Enough said
Só conhecia swet love, mas achava q por trás daquila interpretação havia muitas outras canções desconhecidas ; procurei e achei
Obrigada Sra Baker
@@CorpusChristi-j8x I've seen both live, Anita takes it.
Such RAW talent!!! No voice overs, No technical cover ups, nothing! she is my favorite singer of all time! Of proof that the old school singers were just that...SINGERS!!! she performs live and sounds just like she does in the studio... For sure she's not a studio singer... Love her love her love her!!!
effortlessly!!!
So well put, couldn't agree more!!!
Nothing "Raw" at all about this talent here! That was a seasoned mature vet in the music game she came up on some of the greatest musicians and artists know to mankind! So she knew she had to bring it every night! She is a living legend and NATIONAL treasure... ILoveMeSomeAnita😍😍 but I get what you were actually saying..
Derek Johnson. -- EXACTLY; Anita is undeniably a true class act. Love, love her and always will. 💚💙❤💛💜💕💙❤💚💛
I think she's the GOAT, I agree she's the best all the way around
DAMN, they need to put this concert on I-tunes. Perfect pitch, perfect tone, EXCELLENT voice control. I NEED this on my I-pod ASAP!
its available on Amazon on cd if that helps!
I would agree
Omg she is so pretty and classy.
I'm convinced I was born in the wrong decade (90s) Gosh, this music is art. Anita is art.
I love anita baker so much!! I'm a 15 y/o and I'm obsessed with her
Someone taught you WELL!
She is truly a queen young brother!
There is hope for the future
taj macaroni She’s amazing
You have great taste!
I cry tears every time I hear Anita sing. The most amazing voice.
Same ❤️
That's Dum.
@@francisavilez4435 i cry too ?
😂
Her voice is such a gift, I'm right there with you! Artistry at that level always brings me to tears, it's not everyday you get to experience something like that (well, until TH-cam!).
Me too
Where has class, dignity, real singing, beauty, and grace gone? *big sigh* THEE Anita Baker ladies & gentlemen 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
It's gone with Ms Bakers Generation. Now we have vipers and goblins everywhere.
@@garialmarsh6721 had to laugh cause it's true
look up " H.E.R. " she's all of the above
@@garialmarsh6721 😂😂
No autotune, prerecorded backings,lip syncing for her. Thank heavens I was blessed to grow up serenaded by her! She sings it even BETTER than in the studio!! Who can do that now?? Anyone?? Real question 😂
I remember when I first heard her on my car radio singing “Sweet Love.” At that time I had never heard anything like it. I didn’t know who Anita Baker was. All I knew was the song and that I wanted to know everything about this artist and her music. When I found this concert on VHS, I immediately rented it. I gathered my entire family and we watched as she took us all to another wonderful place. Thank you for posting this and the journey back. 👍
Fabulous and beautiful 🎵🌹
She is just too cute on stage👑😘
Her smile breaks my heart and puts it back together immediately!!!!
I love that beautiful smile too, brings joy and excitement to hear and see her perform
31 YEARS AGO! 2018 STILL SOUND AS GOOD AS EVER! AB!
J Willis oh my god. all of the fans on you tube, I'm her no#1 fan in the whole wourld. and still listening to in 2018 and beyond.😀
Actually better in my humble opinion..she just seems to get stronger, the voice more expressive
Still holding strong in Feb 2021 ❤️ this woman what a voice.🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Janelle need to play Anita in a biopic! BOY! This is the first time I've watched this and I didn't know she was so enthusiastic on the stage!!! She is truly a legend! I blame my momma for loving this woman the way that I do!
Aejae25 yes monae would play her well
I agree!
Janelle Monae is a baby Anita Baker. They even look alike. But let's not forget their sister, MeShell Ndegeocello. All of these women are tiny, and have these deep voices.
Damn great idea!
YES 🙌
This brings tears to my eyes...where are THESE artists at? The ones that understand VIBRATION, EMOTION and all of the elements that make LIFELONG music????? SALUTE TO THE REAL ONES!!!
Anita's range has grew . Her notes are higher. She is a vocal beast.
Hey Uploader?!.. I beg u never delete this video from TH-cam... *a round of applause*
FYI - You can download this video to make sure it is not lost if it is ever taken down.
@Regina Weston I feel your pain. I would be really pained if that happened to me. So Sorry.
Gives me goosebumps every time. She puts the lady in ladylike and that voice...........!!!
Good comment, no great comment
Those bass lines, real funky.
Especially in Mystery, Sweet Love and No one in the world! 😊imo
I was there, 3rd row, front left side. I was in love with Anita and she delivered this night. this was at constitution hall in Washington DC.
I can't get enough of Mrs Anita Baker, every time I listen to her I get goosebumps all over. Best singer in the world to me.
I agree..glad I grew up in the 80's. In London. Unbelievable woman in all respects.
Especially when shes doing it live
Phenomenal , I love the 80’s and the great Anita Baker !
Saw her on this tour in San Diego. 3rd row from the stage. While singing, she walked up to the front of the stage and was looking at my date and I, then in a brief pause from singing, I patted my heart to signal that I really loved her singing, she responded by doing the same to me, smiled, then began singing again. Pretty cool and shows that she connected with her fans. Incredible lady and performer.
Anita is the only singer that feels what she is singing about and that makes you a class act and miles higher than any other singer then and now.
Don't know about that......don't get me wrong, Anita Baker is obviously good at what she does... however, I think of artists like Phyllis Hyman, Angela Bofil, Regina Belle, etc. These artists, and many more did not share the success of Anita Baker, although equally talented in their own right. Especially Phyllis Hyman.....not trying to create a comparison , but just image Phyllis covering an Anita Baker song........
newme10 newme10 Absolutely correct. Let us not get carried away with the euphoria not singers voice and cancel out others. Sometimes, we don't need to compare---as each are unique in their own sphere. Peace
@Betty Boop Absolutely!
This video made me fall in love with Anita. I’ll never look back. I’m a little Jewish white girl but I feel her in my heart and soul so deeply it almost pains me. She is my biggest vocal inspiration
Anita was one of the most successful singers in the late 80's when there were a lot of big stars.
Love Anita Baker. Sitting here alone with a few tears.
+Steve kosmas i wish the audience in the video was more into it as much as you, that's for sure.
lol me to! this was on growing up every Friday night at family parties !! im 32 now crying like a baby watching this! she's amazing and the band was as well!
This sista could scat like nobody else.
Ol Skool Trey yes
Wow didn’t know she was into that
@@keefebaby they meant the vocals not porn
@@CorpusChristi-j8x 🤣🤣🤣
Best haircut Ever!
and still in style her haircut. my best singer ever. and she was so cute.
+James Gray oh yes dear and Whitney to. missed very much.
"She's fly, haircut like Anita Baker. Looked up and down and said "Hmm, I'll take her" - EPMD
ALWAYS!!!
@@motorola59 She's fly, haircut like Anita Baker
Looked up and down and said, "Hmm I'll take her"
I saw Anita live around this time in the 80's and she was phenomenal. One of the greatest female voices of all time!
When I am all stressed out! I listen to her songs..
Me too😂
this lady's voice is my inspiration and therapy!!
That's my reaction. My therapy for my soul
chinas best mines too
Anita Baker was born to release this album. Nothing else matters. A timeless masterpiece.
As a young black 28 year old millennial male from Columbia, SC. I have to say this women is phenomenal & mesmerizing 👸🏾👸🏾👸🏾🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿, we literally have the same soul ✨✨✨, #BlackGirlMagic #BlackExcellence💫💫👸🏾
I had the pleasure of seeing Anita at Wembley Arena London when she toured with this album...I was only 17 years old...to this day the best concert I've ever seen and I'm now 43 !!! Amazing lady x
When stars doesn’t need to sell sexiness and actually perform with some proper clothes on . Love you Anita
She is SO classy. What a beautiful white dress , heels to match. Anything she wore looked gorgeous on her. She's still beautiful.
"You said a mouthful!" You can feel it without seeing
Say no more!
@Daniel BB ▪ BINGO!
That part!!!
Wow, isn't this lady just FABULOUS in every way!? What a performance! Every song was superb but the stand out for me was "Watch Your Step"....she really SANG that song! And the saxophonist was absolutely on fire! 🤩
One of my faves of hers. She originally wrote it at 16! But, they’re all faves 😂
I am from Bengkulu, a small city in the Sumatra island in Indonesia. I was introduced to Ms. Baker's music when I was still in high school, circa 2007 - 2008 (also the first time I ever heard a singer named Anita Baker). Illegal downloaded music was very popular among youngsters in Indonesia back then, and I listened Ms. Baker's song for the very first time through free download, and that song was You Bring Me Joy. That was the only song available for free on the internet that time, and I was so stunned by the magical voice and musical style of Ms. Baker. A few months later, I started searching out other songs from Anita Baker, from Rapture to Rhythm of Love. Sweet Love, Caught Up in the Rapture, Giving You The Best That I Got, Just Because, Soul Inspiration, Angel, I Apologized are some of the songs that keep stuck in my head when I need time to relax and chill in the middle of the night. The kinda quality I hardly find these days. Bravo to the legend!
She still sounds amazing today ...anybody who hit dislike #staymad this lady is a LEGEND
Who the heck would dare hit dislike
One of the most underrated and underappreciated female vocalist of my generation, from the 80'sand 90's. Pretty amazing talent behind her on the stage as well.
Crazy thing is she still moved a lot of albums and received lots of awards and a star on the walk of fame after only her scone album
Yes 👏 I agree. I was 15 when I bought Rapture the day after I heard Sweet Love in my dance class. Transfixed by her voice! She still did amazingly well but I always felt she should have made it through the stratosphere of the world! She’s unmatched to this day. Who sings better LIVE, than their recordings, and can ad lib like this? With her musicians? She embodies her music ❤ My Queen ❤
Anita Baker is a genius, great voice!!!!!!
Great group of musicians and Miss Baker displayed a total class act without having too have her body on display. She is what I would consider a role model for some of the female singers out there now. Thanks Anita for all the joy You bring.😎
Realize and recognize the vocal force known as Anita Baker; people, we are very fortunate to be alive and witness such a talent that may never be evident during any other lifetime....thank you Ms. Baker for sharing your true vocal gift with us! ❤️
Amen to that!!!!
AMEN !! 🔥🔥🙏🏼🏆
I remember I was 8 when this came out. Whitney Houston was the biggest thing going and Whitney is one of the greatest of all time. But I remember my mom telling me Anita Baker is right there and may be better. I looked at my mom like she was crazy. After all these years I see what she was saying. Anita is legendary.
I agree. Whitney was a powerhouse and legend at her huge songs. Untouchable. However, imo I believe Anita is better all round. Writes, brings jazz, blues RnB together LIVE I mean who can do that?! Sings every soulful note from the heart, body is encompassing everything as she moves, seriously if I had to choose? Anita! 🎉
And I adore Whitney! 😂
This is literally the soundtrack of my life.....
She is the perfect fusion of class and passion. Her voice is powerful, serene and angelic. I absolutely love this woman.
anita baker. An amazing "Song Bird" . One in a million and an absolute joy to listen to
2021 I'm here 👌🏽 Legend I salute you 🙇♂️
THERE WOULD BE NO TONI BRAXTON WITHOUT MISS BAKER
Ms. Baker was supposed record "Love Should Have Brought You Home" for the 'Boomerang' soundtrack. When Babyface sent her the demo she wasn't feeling it and told them to just let the young lady singing on the demo record the song. That young woman was Toni Braxton and she didn't re-record the song for the album. That is the demo recording on the soundtrack.
but toni braxton can't sing. she was discovered for her looks.
@@rondaallen7211 WTF she's a wonderful singer with a very unique sound just as Anita is unique.
@@iluvrachellef her finished songs are good. but she is a producer vehicle. if you hear her live, you realize she can't sing at all.
@@rondaallen7211 BITCH YOU MUST BE DRUNK. GO LAY THE FUCK DOWN AND STFU SOMEWHERE
such energy, such a voice, definitly a legend. I'm watching this on video on TH-cam(2020) she is still the best and I'm 70 yrs old. Love,LOVE love her, she is the best.
what a performance, She nailed this. GOD BLESS HER.
I’m from the future and it still rocks!
great band behind a top tier woman!!! love you Anita !
2019!! I still listen everyday!!!😊😴
This Anita Baker concert in DC is pure GOLD. 🔥 DC has always loved and celebrated great music. Anita Baker filled the airwaves for years, e.g., WHUR and other local jazz and R&B stations. Great singers are set apart by what they do between the lyrics. Not only is Anita Baker a phenomenal voice, she is a wonderful songwriter and interpreter of the lyrics of love in all its ups and downs. Thank you for sharing this concert. Because of this post, I bought the VHS recently & converted it to a digital format. This live performance is a Master class on how to perform live music, vocal technique, and how to own the stage. Watch and learn. Brava Anita Baker - No one in the World like you. Love 💘
Anita has always been "down to earth" performing - nothing flashy or glamorous. Always has a good band and has an outstanding superhuman vocal range! She never fails with her music!
Anita was always glamorous
I have this on VHS!! and the CD!! I love Anita Baker.....her music/lyrics tell the truth!!!
This is the epitome of class ,sensuality, femininity, Beauty and talent see how physical beauty is near the bottom folks that is Anita Baker love this Lady emphasis on Lady
I just saw her last night at Radio City and I can honestly say she outdid this performance twofold! To say she’s gotten better with age is an understatement. Too bad this is her farewell tour. I would definitely see her again if the opportunity presents itself.
Classy, classic, didn't have to be naked or half-naked on stage like nowadays.
"CLASSY" NOT "TRASHY!" 🎶🎼🎶💃🏽🕺🏽💃🏽🎶🎼🎶
Classy and she still looked hot with it
Probably the MOST LOVED singer of all time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She has NEVER failed to amaze me with the beautiful noise she makes, there is no woman like her.
Oh my my this lady makes me want to fall in love totally and completely I can listen to her numerous hits over and over..... love Anita Baker.
angelic angel did that a few times, twice ended with a broken heart, but I would not say it will never happen again, but I will not rush into anything again.
I was introduced to Anita Baker when I was 17. It was 1989. I dropped to the floor, I couldn't believe what a perfect sound she had and has today. I won't let go, no matter how vicious the world feels and how hard I lash out at the losses of my life. I'll still be right there.
1:00 Mystery (The Manhattan Transfers cover)
9:22 Caught Up In The Rapture
15:30 Same Ole Love (365 Days A Year)
19:21 You Bring Me Joy
25:28 You've Changed (Billie Holliday cover)
27:44 Watch Your Step
34:54 Sweet Love
41:36 Been So Long
48:34 No One In The World
Yes!!! Thanks!!
You bring me joy is a NORMAN CONNORS cover!
Damn she gets down like no one else!! This Band is on Fire!! pure love. thank you for this awesome share!
+Mike Rogers she made Earth,Wind & Fire like openers.
lol!
COVID19 lockdown 2020 got me coming back here 30 years after I first watched this. Would repeatedly watch this on laser disc till I mastered every single word and sound. Lol
😂 I’m like that with her albums. Especially first 3. Every nuance! Lmao 🤣
@25.30 "........the difference between singing and sanging........"
You bring me joy Anita Baker.
Absolutely memorizing. Pure, simple, raw uncut TALENT. One of the most unique vocal tones ever.
I love me some Anita! Woman got skills and tore the roof off....brings me back to being 14 and I "NEVER' went to bed without this album playing next to me to put me to sleep....this woman can "sang"!! I wish I could go back and redo the 80's and 90's cuz music just ain't the same...this nonsense they got playin now adays just tells me these people have no idea what music is...it's supposed to rock you to the core, give you chills, and put u in a zone!
saw the show in Detroit... one of the best concerts ever! (and i've seen over 100! )
Jeanette Rios. -- completely agree with you Jeanette. What they have these days is NOT singing and can never & shiuld never be compared to Anita's singing and music as Anita can truly SING. Love, love her always & forever.♡♡♡♡♡
Jeanette Rios her music is timeless. I doubt if I will be listening to the Queen Bee when I’m in my 50’s.
Style, Elegance and Class - Ms. Baker is a classic! Who is still watching in June 2020. This is real talent - she sounds incredible live; I'm definitely caught up in the Rapture!!!
Still here mid 2024!
Wow!! Gerald Albright was in her band!! 😮
Thank you Anita for all the beautiful memories and enchanting melodies.
I always played this video on the monitor at Blockbuster when I worked on Saturday nights. The customers loved it- I think they felt like they were at a free concert- maybe they even bought more tapes and rentals, lol. Anita's petite size (4' 11") always contradicted her spectacular, gun-blazing contralto, she is visually breathtaking here in a very feminine white suit and dancing skirt. Unforgettable at the 27:56 minute is a lovely seven-minute performance of "'Watch your Step," followed by screams of appreciation from the audience, which grow even louder at the seamless transition to "Sweet Love" at 34:54. Singularly gorgeous.
legendary performance
Blockbuster?! I love it, what a great memory. Those really were kid in Candy Store days, all those choices in front of you, and a free concert(!), when seeing the artist was magic. (Not anymore.)
I lov D your comment. I loved blockbuster..so special to actually go and walk around picking a video to see with friends or family or hubby etc..brought people together..And also having this play in the background created a special vibe where people got more than they bargained for like the magic of her voice and songs...That's the best way to hear music like this. .being played out there in the world. WOW..you are awesome.xxxx
Dude you took every word right out of my mouth!!!!! There can never be another Ms. Baker!!!!!!!
Anita Baker! Unmistakable voice that touches your soul. I’ll die believing she is top 10 worldwide forever! ❤️
In the 80's I was 20 and had my first apartment, this was the ONLY album that I owned. ;)
Love the way she swings her arms around with so much unpredicted, anticipation😌. My fav female singer of the 90's
Just the best concert in the history of music. There's nothing bad to say about Anita's singing and those who dare say anything bad are just a bunch of idiots who know nothing about music and soul. She's perfect. It's such a delightful experience to listen to any of her songs, and watching her sing and dance stuns the hell out of you. Love her because she's brought so much happiness into my life for so many years.
Anita, along with Aretha and Whitney, is in my top three female vocalists of all-time! Anita emotes every word of every song she sings with such soul!!! The woman really MOVES me! Thanks for the upload!
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Mine too!! Those three!!
Lemme tell you, these ppl in this here audience got their money's worth and then some. Anita puts her entire spirit and soul into this concert, you can't help but be transfixed on her.
Wow she moves beautifully as well as having a voice as smooth and sweet as chocolate caramel. Love Anita, such a talent. ❤️
Ditto.
I was lucky to see Anita Baker during this tour. A really great show on New Years eve. She is one of my favorite singers.❤