Anita Baker

Grammy-Winning R&B and Soul Singer

Anita Baker is an acclaimed American R&B and soul singer-songwriter whose career flourished in the 1980s and 1990s. Born on January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio, she rose to fame with her distinctive contralto voice and emotive delivery. Baker's second album, "Rapture," released in 1986, was a commercial and critical success, earning her two Grammy Awards and solidifying her position in the music industry. The album featured the hit single "Sweet Love" which became one of her signature songs. Throughout her career, Anita Baker has won eight Grammy Awards and has produced a number of hit albums and singles. She is known for her sophisticated brand of romantic soul music and has been credited with helping to popularize the quiet storm musical movement. Her contributions to music have earned her widespread acclaim and a dedicated fan base.