13:I[2754,["2972","static/chunks/2972-6f5d56019c5c6a42.js","3868","static/chunks/app/tags/%5Bid%5D/page-e0de42c5bec059fc.js"],"default",1] 14:I[8387,["2972","static/chunks/2972-6f5d56019c5c6a42.js","3868","static/chunks/app/tags/%5Bid%5D/page-e0de42c5bec059fc.js"],"default",1] 16:I[2972,["2972","static/chunks/2972-6f5d56019c5c6a42.js","3868","static/chunks/app/tags/%5Bid%5D/page-e0de42c5bec059fc.js"],""] 15:T555,

Roberta Flack: 11 Essential Songs That Defined a Musical Era

Roberta Flack, a pioneering vocalist known for her extraordinary emotional depth and musical versatility, left an indelible mark on American music. Her career spanned multiple decades, blending soul, jazz, and folk influences into a unique sound that resonated with millions.

Here are her 11 most essential songs:

'The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face' (1972) - Her breakthrough Grammy-winning ballad
'Killing Me Softly with His Song' (1973) - Perhaps her most famous track
'Feel Like Makin' Love' (1974) - A smooth, romantic classic
'Where Is the Love' (with Donny Hathaway, 1982)
'Set the Night to Music'
'Jesse'
'Oasis'
'Making Love'
'Tonight, I Celebrate My Love' (with Donny Hathaway)
'You Stop the Traffic'
'Born to Love'

Each song represents a unique moment in Flack's extraordinary musical journey, showcasing her remarkable ability to convey deep emotion through her distinctive vocal style. Her music transcended genre boundaries, influencing generations of artists across multiple musical traditions.

Roberta Flack's legacy continues to inspire musicians and music lovers worldwide, cementing her status as a true icon of American popular music.

Where Is The Love on FusePop