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Rapture

Anita BakerAudio CD
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (139 customer reviews)

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listen  1. Sweet Love 4:24$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  2. You Bring Me Joy 4:25$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  3. Caught Up In The Rapture 5:17$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  4. Been So Long 5:13$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen  5. Mystery 4:57$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen  6. No One In The World 4:06$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  7. Same Ole Love [365 Days A Week] 4:04$0.99  Buy MP3 
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With her classy, refined brand of romantic soul, Anita Baker was one of the definitive quiet storm singers of the '80s. Gifted with a strong, supple alto, Baker was influenced not only by R&B, but jazz, gospel, and traditional pop, which gave her music a distinctly adult sophistication. Smooth and mellow, but hardly lifeless, it made her one of the most popular romantic singers of her ... Read more in Amazon's Anita Baker Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Atlantic
  • ASIN: B000002H38
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (139 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,206 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Soul has been through a lot of changes of late, and if there seems to be an oversupply of young divas-in-waiting today, you can probably thank Anita Baker for it. Baker was one of the few singers that bridged the old school to the new, and this 1986 album was--and is--a true soul classic. An inspiration for everyone from Whitney Houston to Toni Braxton, Baker carved the way with soaring vocals and an effortless style on tracks like "Sweet Love" and "You Bring Me Joy." "Caught Up in the Rapture" was the anthem for many a lovestruck couple, and Baker sums it up best herself in the same song: "Nothing else can compare." --Rebecca Wallwork

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She has a beautiful rich voice. NDBx  |  37 reviewers made a similar statement
So you buy this CD and enjoy this great voice. C. D. Cohron  |  23 reviewers made a similar statement
Our favorite song is Sweet Love. Paul Smalley  |  25 reviewers made a similar statement
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The quintessential R&B treasure May 11, 2000
Format:Audio CD
With the release of "Rapture" in 1986, Anita Baker singlehandedly introduced the "Quiet Storm" genre, a rich blend of jazz, pop, and soul, to the masses. Finding the likes of "Sweet Love" and "Caught Up in the Rapture" on pop radio was always a rich treat, and her popularity helped foster a taste for mature pop.

Years after its release, "Rapture" is still as smooth and sweet as ever. Anita's smoky, Sarah Vaughan-influenced vocals are flawlessly showcased in a worthy set of songs set to spotless production. Songs like "No One in the World" and the uptempo "Same Ole Love" are among Baker's staples in adult contemporary radio, and jazz stations and fans alike will likely never tire of the lush and soulful "Been So Long," one of Baker's all-time classics that gives an example of the perfect scat.

Elsewhere, Baker gives what is arguably her most soulful performance ever on "You Bring Me Joy," and a sultry cover of Manhattan Transfer's "Mystery" easily trumps the original. The fact that Baker still performs most of these songs in her concerts proves that "Rapture" is a sentimental treasure for many a music fan, and one listen to the record's flawless execution makes it easy to see why.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This Album Sets the Standard June 20, 2005
Format:Audio CD
While I was growing up, my mom constantly played music by Stephanie Mills, Patti LaBelle, Mikki Howard, Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Sade,and Earth Wind & Fire. Now that I'm older, my music collection is quite similiar to my mom's. In fact, she's always asking me if she could borrow my CDs. Back in the day my mom had Anita Baker's "Rapture" and now I have that in my CD collection too. Words can't describe how exquisite and pleasing this album is to my ears. All of these songs are classics and each time I hear them it feels like I'm hearing them for the first time. What I love about Anita Baker is that she has never changed her style and has stayed true. You know, there's a lot of dumb artists out there, like Mariah Carey, who want to waffle between genres- depending on what's popular at the moment- and they sound phony. Not Anita Baker. Her current music is just as classic as it was back in the day.
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5.0 out of 5 stars BEYOND WORDS February 20, 1999
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In a world full of spiced up, digitally mastered and re-mastered electric, glossed-over albums, we should all be thankful for an album such as this. Great musicians combined with a great lady come out to make a damn near perfect album. Anita Baker made her mark with "Rapture." It left its imprint on the industry and ears of millions, who haven't recovered yet. A timeless classic, Baker single-handedly invinted the "quiet storm" genre with "Rapture," and in the process became known as one of the most adored rhythm and blues songstresses ever. Having little to nothing in common with her contemporaries who sing of love and heartache without knowing the first thing about it, one truly feels a difference in the soft, sexy, and last (but not least) relaxing voice of Anita Baker. Few artists have the control or power over their voices as she does. She uses her god-given vocals like a chiseling tool, careful to carve out just the right sculpture. And with tracks such as "Sweet Love," "You Bring Me Joy," "No One In The World," and "Same Ole Love," it becomes evident, how great of an artist she truly is.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic
If you love Anita Baker, you won't want to pass on this CD. Her voice is so rich and smooth. Rapture is a classic!
Published 16 days ago by Johanna Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Rapture
Anita Baker just love her voice such soothing I would recommend this to everyone. She is one of the old school
Published 2 months ago by Katharis Burch
5.0 out of 5 stars MASTERPIECE
There is absolutely nothing wrong with this record--it's perfection from start to finish, with a little something for everything--soulful, jazz-inflected torch songs (Been So... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Plant Waterer
5.0 out of 5 stars Album replacement
I bought this to supplement my old LP and I must say it is great. The clarity of sound and the sparkle of Anita Baker's voice set the occasion for strawberries and wine for the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cougar6
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!
This is great music. Ms. Baker is an outstanding entertainer. I was lucky enough to see her in NYC many years ago. Sure wish she'd do something current.
Published 2 months ago by dhart
5.0 out of 5 stars Anita Baker Fan
I love Anita Baker and I listened to this CD when I was on a rode trip and was not disapointed.
I would recomend to all fans of Anita Baker.
Published 3 months ago by Milton Triplett
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Fabulous!!!!! if you don't have it, get it. It's timeless. In my opinion she a genius. You won't be disappointed.
Published 3 months ago by JaChel Mosby
5.0 out of 5 stars Rapture
I love Anita Baker. her songs are excellent! She says what you want to say. She leaves you feeling good about things. Please buy her CD.
Published 4 months ago by Edith L. Kerney
5.0 out of 5 stars Anita Baker's Rapture was great and still great
I loved it when it first came out and I still love it now. Still her best album. Gave me chills than and still does now.
Published 4 months ago by UNCLE JOHN
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
I have always enjoyed Anita Baker's music, but this has to be one of my favorite CD's.
It arrived in a timely manner and in excellent condition
Published 4 months ago by Ellen M. Jent
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I agree with you 100%. "Rapture" is a truly TIMELESS album whose (unexpected) commercial success proved to the record industry that there was still room for REAL music and that people would buy and support it. Well over 20 years after its original release this CD still sounds as fresh,... Read more
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