Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I've Got {Actual Video}

[SoftNSuppleOne]

After 20 Years...

Giving You The Best That Ive Got

This is Our Song...

Togather We Calm Our Stormy Seas...

We Put it All on Our Wedding Rings...!

MJP & GMP

Thank You Mz. Baker for telling our Love Story.

So Right 4 Life....!

[sandralfelder]

She speaks the hidden words in a women's soul! Yeah!

[Donnacristi]

Esta sim é uma das divas americanas... bonita, elegante e com uma voz divina. Não precisa usar calcinha, sutiã e dançar lascivamente com um monte de bailarinos para fazer sucesso.. só faz isso quem não consegue deixar sua musica na galeria dos hits inesquecíveis como este. Parabéns Anita Baker.

[spiritpathseeker]

This woman defines true talent and true class!

[CuRTLOVES1]

OMGGGGGGGGGGGG



[rockchalkbrett]

Michael Jordan

[TremayneHouston28]

alltime fav..

[Kelski1998]

I remember them playing this in a Michael Jordan retrospect on the Bulls of the 90's it fit then it still fits now!!!

[MrBlazay1]

Awesome Just Awesome..Such A Soothing Song!!!!

[LatinaSpicy08]

no sound ?

[Venusstar22]

We NEED women like Anita in this video to portray the decency of a black woman on BET, our televisions and Hollywood..because the ones that we have today will not just do anything, but EVERYTHING for money...including degrading the image of what a respectable black woman is supposed to be. When you look at Anita in this music video you see a Woman of Class (not to mention REAL talent)...and when I look at the ones parading on my television screen today, I see women who have NO CLASS & NO TALENT.

[1735kg]

check out my channel ladies i want to give u the best that i got

[klove0202]

Love this song!

[jdilly1000]

I'll tell you truthfully if I were on my deathbed I would request that this song be played,it rests the soul and is very,very peaceful...it's without doubt my favorite song and one of the greatest love songs by one of the Greatest Artist of all Time! We Love You Anita!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Xone7]

I cant wait for her new album

[5101sunshine]

She's the best of the best!!!

[ruckers1100]

bring back so much!

[Chuloloc]

Awesome. Classic song. My favorite from Ms Baker. Much love for Anita Baker.

[1Msgroove]

I am glad I had the opportunity of seeing her in concert twice. One of my all time FAV singers!!

[foreverTaylorGanq13]

you know this is old when you see the BET logo ! but Ms.Baker you sing it girl .

[RAINONYOURPARADE100]

Btw, Lisa Stansfield>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Adel­e Adele isn't that versatile a singer and she sings every song the same.

[tweety196942]

This is music Real Music something that you can Relate too.

[lovie015]

im young and for some reason i love listening to this kind of music and not the crap they make and call music these days

(except adele)

[RAINONYOURPARADE100]

@lovie015 Why are people so up Adele's butt. She's ok. Her voice is average and the deep soul isn't there to me. There are other great singers like Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu and Mary J. Blige. But yeah, Anita Baker is the truth.

[jcrew63]

@RAINONYOURPARADE100 i love you we both have the same taste in he mist of all thi fucking people you are the only one who understands me God Bless your heart

[pimphstrong1]

my mom loves this song

[PASCHOAL60]

fantastic!!!!,,se voce não tivesse nascido, teria que te inventar....voce é um fenomeno.....beijossss...mil..­.

[Gifted91666]

I give love back to Ms.Anita Baker for she has always ''Givin Me The Best That She's Got''

[paulo39667]

So many memories associated to this music and period.........thanks Anita Baker ! Love fram Brasil.

[RAWKEE]

the 90z was great, but THIS SONG IS FROM THE 80z........

[aricars6263]

tommy mattola once said anita baker would never make it in show biz. she proved him WRONG!!!!

[cmtgforever]

The 90's was black music golden age.

[TheBargar]

wow 

[paulo39667]

One of my favorite singers, and what a song !

[emangarrison]

I listen to all the good music of the 60's, 70's and 80's thanks to YOUTUBE and without fail there are always comments that the music on the radio today just doesn't come close. I just don't understand why this is the case. Those of us who love this music would definately pay to see it performed and listen to it on the radio. Have you noticed all of the Smooth Jazz radio channels going off the air in the past few years? How is that? Especially in cities like DC, Norfolk, Va. and others?

[siwo105]

omg....such beautiful music, soulfull , so real and meaningfull......

.

[UIsTall]

Back when BET was "BET".

[DJay3tunes88keys]

This my baby with her beautiful mind,body,soul

[JamaicanGal32]

omg love this song!!!!!!!

[blakdog90]

what ever happened to BET Jazz

[BlaqueReign25]

@blakdog90 Bet Jazz turned into a new Channel Centric, they still play stuff like this in the Mornings.

[blakdog90]

@BlaqueReign25 i like Centric, but i miss the  24/7 Jazz

[BlaqueReign25]

@blakdog90 Me too, it was nice to have the jazz and real R&B all of the time.

[DrJacquelineLawrence]

When we say we love someone, this is exactly what we should do...give them the best that we've got.

[oswald8006]

What a lovely voice

[TheCaulfield1]

"I bet everything on my wedding ring!"....lovely line!!!

[libbye01]

I really miss you Anita!!!

[ClassicTVful]

Anita is one of my favorite singers. Her smooth alto voice is heavenly.

[themoonlitgoddess]

goosebumps.....love it

[billionkek]

A genius at work!!!!!!!!!!

[1discoqueen]

So Much Love! I love this Lady so Much! Bring tears to eyes! Sing Baby Sing! We Need more of You! Please!

[brandon889]

I Remember this omg Channel 21 in Baton Rouge

Donnie Simpson

[phillysol]

This video was shot in my hometown! Wilkes Barre, Pa. The place is called the Kingston Armory.

[lurch321]

@phillysol What kind of place is it? Judging from the video, it looks like a concert hall.

[phillysol]

@lurch321 It is called the Kingston armory. There is an army reserve unit based there. It has been host to many concerts in it's day along with the circus every year. Not really built for sound but where I have had many a good time!

[iron2468]

Such a soulful voice...

[iron2468]

Such a soulful voice...



[dlastqueen]

This is the very first song that I danced with my 1st boyfriend, "Chazz". Thank you for introducing me to great music. Every time I hear this song, it makes me think of you. RIP Chazz

[SimuLord]

My uncle had this as his wedding song with his first wife. Four years later, his wife got busted for driving while high on crack with their three-year-old daughter buckled into the front seat. I don't go to weddings anymore. Every wedding I've ever been to in 34 years on the planet (including my own) has ended in acrimonious divorce---I'm like a black cat thrown across the path of the marrying couple. But this song is still beautiful.

[humannaturedj]

@SimuLord Can't imagine what that must be like. Everybody is getting divorced left and right. Makes me wonder how it's getting as bad as it is and if there's something that can be done to stop it. Maybe everybody needs to take some time out of their day to listen to songs like this. Yeah...see how drastically the divorce rates drop. Anita's just got that kind of power ha...

[SimuLord]

@humannaturedj Marrying a crackhead aside, I think it's choice anxiety. Online dating services, travel for work, and social networking makes us think that we have this huge dating pool to choose from, which makes us look more critically at our partners. Back when you only had people your same age in a small town to choose from, or maybe your church or workplace, it was more of a "try to make this work because we're stuck with each other" mentality...and people were happier. Weird.

[humannaturedj]

@SimuLord I've literally never thought of it that way. You're 10000% RIGHT. It seems like people are getting lazier and weaker in marriages, too. On top of that, marriage is constantly sugarcoated and glamorized. There are too many unrealistic images of what marriage is. Women fall in love with the thought of getting married, so they rush into it thinking it'll be happily ever after. Once things get tough, they whine and file divorce. Even some men do this. It makes me sick.

[denver57346]

happy man just seeing what i all day is something thinking about anita baker;s music about what thinking is great girls does that mean anything good just kicking listening to the music checking out the day is great awsome wow. eddie cortez o.c. califas

[lynnrbrown2012]

a masterpiece and legend for all times, the ones that are blessed and lucky enuff to hear her voice we jus dont know how lucky we are and where we gotta tell our kids kids kids kids...

[feliciaj2011]

ORBOT, YOU ARE SO RIGHT! THIS IS TIMELESS!! A NICE GLASS OF WINE, CHILLIN ON THE BALCONY AND LISTENING TO A SONG LIKE THIS IS SO ROMANTIC AND SOOTHING!!!

[mrdefinite]

I love how her videos was so simple! You had no choice, but to focus on her vocal ability and beauty.

[tlg1100]

KICK'IN WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON........I know there is talent out there somewhere,why can't somebody find them and let us listen or is it all over?????

[kk2qute]

i can never get enough of this voice........lov it lov it

[ajr0988]

these songs were poetry, where has music gone?

[lecha2344]

WISH WE HAD DIS TYPE OF MUSIC NOW!!!! 18 YEARS OLD AND I'D RATHER LISTEN ANITA BAKER THAN ANYONE ELSE!!!! THE ARTISTS NOW NEEDS ANITA BAKER'S HELP!!!

[thisiswho2]

This is not just music.

This is REAL, GENUINE music.

[flashsonic45789]

ANITA BAKER + Smooth jazz= lots of views why isnt that

happening

[flashsonic45789]

ANITA BAKER + Smooth jazz= lots of views why isnt happening

[theandi939]

Unforgettable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BiiancaBiiebz96]

i grew up listening to her man i miss her music im 15 now and the ony other person left is lionel richie :( he dont even make music no more ...

[MrWcannon]

this song reminds me of my mom tete

[alefua2006]

I think the reason why GREAT music like this is not being made is because people are not looking for love first. They're looking for sex, drinks and a good time instead of something with substance. Therefore, they only can sing about having a good time. They can't sing about something that they've never felt.

[axarchie]

@alefua2006 very well put im trying to install that in my babygirl now shr pretend like she don't hear me me, but I know she do.

[Classyjazzlady]

I'm entranced by this woman's moves. She's an inspiration to me in many ways!

[Minan3]

I don't see or hear this as BET music, but simply just a joy of sound to hear. Yes coming from a person that looks negro. I never liked categorizing music by ethnicity

[manilahongkong2011]

GIVING YOU THE BEST THAT IVE GOT......

[LadeeLegend32]

love her music she has filled a generation with a beutiful aromma of music

[ebonychild]

I don't know what happened but something went terribly wrong after the 90's. Whether it was the Y2K bug or what but it's a crying shame that music like this will probably never be made again. I feel so privileged to have been around as this music was being produced, it breaks my heart to turn on the radio nowadays.

[JudeSantana]

@ebonychild i was born in 91 and completely oblivious to music as a child. total regret!

[calmtides]

@ebonychild a low down dirty shame... smdh. at least we have youtube : )

[mryjn420090]

@ebonychild I think music went bad after 05 90s and early 00s still had some good beats

[1Pharrah]

@ebonychild

I agree with what you said. the talent and the voices are not the same anymore

[kja427]

One of the most unique voices in R&B. Want an example? Listen to this tune, and y'all will see.

[afriqbeau]

I just love me some Anita Baker...she make life the more so joyful..

[TheStaceyAdamz]

This song MUST play at my wedding. PERIOD! Preferably it should be the first song. I'm coming down the aisle to Ribbon in the Sky

[Chameire]

Heard this on the radio last night had to hear it again....simply beautiful

[crazymancity]

Classic!!!

[Martylee1992]

Last night I dreamt I was performing,paying homage to her,she is my all time FAVORITE!!!

[Awesome056]

Sometimes I don't understand what the heck she's saying,,but I don't care it sounds great!!!!

[SoVeryJucee]

@Awesome056 : I used to feel the same way about her music...that I didnt understand...but I started looking at they lyrics along with the music...and they words speak to your heart. Beautiful woman.

[L78lancer]

@theblackkat99 - Thank you much, I'll do that. I found it at GEMM.com, but in vinyl. At least that's progress! It may not exist on CD.

[theblackkat99]

Classic! Timeless! Wonderful! Simply the Best! A woman who gives her best every single time she performs

[L78lancer]

There used to be an extended play version of this shortly after the song was released where her pianist had a solo for a couple of minutes. It was a fantastic version. They played it in Philly for a short time then it disappeared. I think it was a special radio edit. Does anyone know anything about that and how I might be able to get it?

[theblackkat99]

@L78lancer Try ebay, they have tend to have classics like this

[94cadillacfleetwood]

My best friend is getting married this May and I get to DJ...this is the song I picked for them to dance their first dance to!

[christine45121]

When u give all that you got,God always return the favor 2 u.Always have loved this song.

[rockleefan1sixteen]

wonderful song anita baker one of the best there is

[motorcat19]

Anita is the truth her voice is simply amazing I love all her songs old and recent!

[Chuloloc]

Awesome. Amazing. Classic video. Much love and respect for Anita Baker. Great singer, great woman.

[Manidahoan]

It's in her genes----you can't copy this woman

[kimkeys2]

definately good music

[cindiloohoo552]

About love and marriage .... keep giving it the best that you've got.

Nothing else takes it's place.

[cassyclim8]

I was a bit late to discover her. like in the 90s when I was a kid/teen but ohhhh boy! she's just one of my ALL TIME FAVE SINGERS!!!!

[marisol7734]

yea they dont make them like they use to,back flashes hhhmmm and i like it!

[mseskannal]

IV'E LOVED THIS LADY THIS VOICE AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER N THE 80'S WNT STOP PLAYING HER MUSIC!!!!

[yellow27ish]

One of the BEST singers ever!!!!!Love u Anita.

[tripoli63]

I agree that this song is beyond human description. I get chills listening to it... I love Anita.

[abelv123]

So Beautiful... both song and singer

[juliem772]

ANITA BAKER........SIMPLY AMAZING!!!! TIMELESS!!!!  LOVE THIS WOMAN!!!!

[DaveWollenberg]

Billboard's #10 hit of '89. Anita hit #1 soul, and, AC, #3 pop, in Billboard. God bless!

[177coc]

This song is so... Wow ! Wonderful ! Romantic ! 

[Tericaroberts]

I LOVER HER MUSIC!!!! NOTHING LIKE IT!

[derekwitthar]

A completely underated woman who should have been more succesful. A amazing instrument.

[1stbrasscaptain]

Anita Baker!!!! Goodness, a fan since three maybe four years old. Well, whenever I became cognizant of music/who she is. @_@

[ENJOIxRANGER]

I LOVE THIS LADIE,EVERY TIME I HEAR HER MUSIC IT BRING TEARS TO MY EYES.

[MMS737]

she betta get it

[jeffkeno83]

if anybody has been watchin x factor i think this would of been a perfect song for rebecca ferguson, perfect for her, classic song x anita legend.

[ILuvMusic4real]

@jeffkeno83 Yes that girl is good. She didn't win though. The guy (forget his name) won. Cher supposedly signed with Jay-Z.

[Dezzy23]

Absolutely love her!!!!!!!!!!! Gosh I wanna see her in concert so bad!!!!! lol

[SuperLoyalone]

Pure soul music for the mind, body, and soul.

[lockness1980]

I have tears in my eyes.

[TheJamieperrin]

better than ne new thing on the market!!!! thumbs up

[dhwand]

This women is so sexy !

[zibby78]

Anita Baker is a jewel.

[cgamonwhit]

This woman along with Chaka Khan and Patrice Rushen can really sang! Anita Baker is awesome.

[moorejj15]

Her best song. People today are saying we ain't holding up

[jeffjeanmcdonald123]

@moorejj15 ---I agree, this song, "Fairy Tales and Only for a while.

[Orbot]

I'll put this song up against ANYTHING playing today, and this'll still beat them!

[webofgold]

@Orbot I'd have to agree with you on that. Classic song. Each time I've seen her perform this song in concert, it's like the first time. She always puts a different spin on it. This is great stuff. 

[Orbot]

@webofgold 4sho! This is pure soul r&b! I wish we could return back to these days. Not enough of today's r&b is this indepth!

[edwitness3]

@Orbot no contest, living legand rht here....Anita Baker.....Nuff said.

[Orbot]

@edwitness3 I'm with u 4sho'!!

[HpHp799]

@Orbot preach !!!!!!

[Orbot]

@HpHp799 First gimme my offering! Rotfl!! Nah, but this sista is in a class by herself, and so very classy!

[Coachwkr]

@Orbot I agree completely.

[Orbot]

@Coachwkr 4sho'! Nothing playing today puts you in a zone like this song!

[tieshaglover]

@Orbot you got that right!

[Orbot]

@tieshaglover 4sho'!

[JGT30]

Filmed at the Kingston Armory, Kingston, Pa (about 10 miles south of Scranton), late '88 or in 1989.

[Orbot]

Soothing, comforting, lovely, timeless, etc.!!!

[rch1jr]

@Orbot Noboy nowadays makes music that id LOVELY. In fact no one can use those words to describe their music nowadays 

[Orbot]

@rch1jr So true! The "soul" in soul r&b today, is so watered down, it's a shame!

[yamiramirez]

Another one of my favorites from the day it was released to now.