25. "it's not that the first one was a classic, but it's definitely her best" In response to In response to 19
At the time, I thought she would build on that to eventually record something that could be considered a classic.
It's not like she has no vocal skills. Plus she can afford the best writers/arrangers/musicians/producers.
From the way she used to talk, I assumed she really wanted to be on that legendary level a la Aretha. But Aretha put in a good decade (at least) before you could say she was coasting.
B has been coasting since the first album. I think she's more concerned with being famous/rich than being an artist.
I'm fine with that, but admit it and don't be comparing yourself to the greats.