Anita Denise Baker was born in 1958 in Toledo, Ohio. Her mother abandoned her when she was two years old, and she was raised by a foster family in Detroit, Michigan. Her foster parents died when she was twelve, and she was placed in the care of her foster sister.
Baker was already singing R&B in city nightclubs at the age of sixteen. During this time, bandleader David Washington discovered her and invited her to audition for the band Chapter 8, which she joined in 1975.
Baker toured with the band before signing with Ariola Records in 1979. The single “Ready for Your Love,” a duet between Baker and Gerald Lyles, appeared on Chapter 8’s debut self-titled album. Later that year, Ariola was purchased by Arista Records, who dropped Chapter 8 from the label due to Baker’s lack of star potential.
Baker returned to Detroit to work as a receptionist and waitress as a result of this. Then, in 1982, former Ariola associate Otis Smith persuaded Baker to launch a solo career on his Beverly Glen label.
What is Anita Baker’s net worth?
Anita Baker has a net worth of $40 million as an American jazz singer, soul singer, and songwriter.
How much does Anita Baker make a year?
Anita’s income per year is unknown.
