"Love Shoulda Brought You Home" was originally written with Anita Baker in mind, but a twist of fate led to it becoming Toni Braxton’s debut single and a defining moment in her career. The song, written by Babyface, was meant for Baker, but she declined the opportunity due to her pregnancy at the time. Instead of passing the song off completely, Baker recommended a young Toni Braxton, who had recorded the demo, as the perfect fit to bring the song to life.
Babyface took Baker’s suggestion, and the rest is history. "Love Shoulda Brought You Home" went on to be a huge success, catapulting Braxton into stardom and establishing her as a powerhouse in R&B. The song not only became her first single but also set the tone for a career filled with timeless hits, thanks in part to Baker’s keen eye for talent.
What began as a missed opportunity for Anita Baker became a defining moment for Toni Braxton, who would go on to become one of the most celebrated voices of her generation.
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