Talk to Me

Anita Baker

About Talk to Me

"Talk to Me" is a 1990 song by American recording artist Anita Baker. The song was released as the lead single in support of her "platinum" selling album, Compositions. "Talk to Me" became a top five R&B hit, peaking at number three on Billboard's Hot Black Singles and number four on Adult Contemporary Songs.


Year:
1990
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Oh -oh - Yes sir
Baby, baby, baby, baby

You stand all alone, on your own
Please come inside from that storm
Stand where it's warm
I can see, you're in need, baby, please talk to me now

Swear nothing is wrorng, you're so strong
Baby, don't hold this inside, relax your pride
Let it go, set it free, my baby talk to me now

What's wrong, wrong with you
Why don't you tell me what cha goin' through, darling
What's wrong, wrong with you
Why don't you tell me
I can help if you let me, baby,
Yes, I can

I understand, here's my hand
Why stand alone in the dark, open up your heart
Let it's go, setit free, now my baby, talk to me now

What's wrong, wrong with you...
What's wrong, wrong with you...
I understand, that you're only one man
So much you can take, baby
Yes, I understand that you've only got two hands

Stare into space
I see shadows of pain cross your face
You avoid my advice, you avoid my embrace, baby

Whats wrong, wrong whit you
Why dont you tell me 
I wont tell a single soul, my, my, my, baby
Yeah- uh
Yeah, you gotta, I gotta, we gotta talk about it - uh
No doubt about it, uh
Let it go, ho-ho, set it free, hee, hee, hee - baby
Uh, I'd like to listen, huh, Id like to listen,,baby, huh
Tell me everything, baby, babee - huh
I will understand, I will understand,
I promise, baby
Tell me now, tell me, huh, tell me
Oww-hey-hey,hey,hey-eee
I believe-hey-hey,baby
God almighty, baby, tell it all to me
Don't cha hold nothin' in , baby, don't cha
Hold it baby

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Anita Baker

Anita Baker (born January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio, and raised in Detroit, Michigan) is an American R&B/soul jazz singer-songwriter. To date, Baker has won eight Grammy Awards, and has four platinum albums and two gold albums to her credit. more »

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Written by: AGEE, BAKER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Genere Classification
"Talk to Me" is categorized in the R&B/Soul genre, which is well-known for emotionally compelling and rhythmically engaging sound.
Album
It is a song from Anita Baker's fifth studio album, "Compositions," which was released in 1990.
Chart Performance
"Talk to Me" performed well on the charts, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks.
Songwriter Credits
The song was written by Anita Baker, Alex Brown, and Skip Scarborough.
Grammy Nomination
"Compositions," the album containing "Talk to Me," was nominated for the 1990 Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
Unique Arrangement
The song features a unique arrangement with Baker’s rich alto voice, piano, and a backing band that includes a string section giving it a luscious, layered sound.
Producer
The song was produced by Michael J. Powell.
Audio Duration
The official audio of "Talk to Me" lasts for 5 minutes and 3 seconds, which is relatively long as compared to many mainstream pop songs.
Music Video
The music video for "Talk to Me" features Anita Baker performing the song live, showcasing her vocal prowess and stage presence.
Inspirational Theme
The song's lyrics encourage open communication in a relationship, fostering a deep emotional connection between the singer and the listener.
Critical Acclaim
"Talk to Me" received critical acclaim for its lyrical content, Baker’s passionate delivery, and the song's overall production.
Release Label
The song was released under the label -Elektra Records.
Other Version
Gerald Albright, an American jazz saxophonist, covered "Talk to Me" in his 1997 album "Live to Love."

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