Anita Anita Anita. I voted her a 9. Absolutely ELITE in every sense. She is the definition of sultry and soulful. I have never heard more soul in a voice than from Ms. Baker. No one can compare. The opening of her song Angel when she comes in with them "Ooo's".

That shyt melts me like butter. That slight rasp to her voice. Perfect control and balance. And a sneaky high range like showcased on Giving You The Best That I Got. It's hard for me to find a flaw in her voice. I can't. She's a tier below Whitney and Aretha and that's okay. Much better than Beyonce because her voice just pulls you in. She can just stand in front of a mic and wow you with her voice. No huge shows. No outfits and stage productions of grandeur. Nothing. Just her, a live band and you're at her complete mercy.
You will never hear another voice like hers. Toni Braxton may be the only thing even remotely similar and she doesn't hold a candle to Anita. Anita inspired so many artist. I think she's up there with Chaka when it comes to singers who are the most sampled in music. Giving You The Best That I Got was the Theme song for my wedding. Anita will forever be apart of my life. A nikka getting emotional
