After 35 years, R&B queen Anita Baker is retiring from the music business. The 59-year-old Detroit native made the announcement on Twitter, stating that she will close the curtain on her career with a series of farewell concerts, starting in March.
sO Much 2 CELEBRATE with you #2018. 60th Bday in 25 days👑… Farewell 🎶Concert 🎹Series, beginning in March… We'll paint pictures together 2 last a Lifetime… "Let's Party!" #OneLastTime🎤abxo❤ damn… "Where does the time go?! pic.twitter.com/dMQpRgmTLY
— Anita Baker (@IAMANITABAKER) January 1, 2018
In honor of her musical contributions, we’ve taken the liberty of providing a playlist dedicated to her most memorable singles. Check it out on Spotify.