Anita Baker

Anita Baker (born January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio, and raised in Detroit, Michigan) is a singer and recording artist. She has had multiple studio records with hit songs. She was born near Toledo, Ohio. She was raised around Detroit. She received several Grammy Awards due to her numerous recordings, mostly during the 1980s, in which decade she was extremely popular.

Anita Baker
Baker performing at the 17th Annual Salute to Freedom
Background information
Born	26 January 1958 (aged 68) Toledo, Ohio, United States
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	R&B, soul jazz, smooth jazz, soul, quiet storm
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter
Years active	1978–present
Labels	Ariola (1979) Beverly Glen Records (1982-1984) Elektra (1985-1995) Atlantic (1996-2001) Blue Note (2004-present)
Website	Blue Note artist page