Toni Braxton’s 1996 album showcases her evolution from sorrowful ballads to sensual themes. Songs like ‘You’re Makin' Me High’ challenged her previous image as a sad girl. Co-writer Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds had created her early hits focused on heartbreak. Braxton initially felt uneasy about exploring sexual themes but ultimately embraced this new direction. The album's music video displayed a bold new aesthetic for her, highlighting her explicit sensuality. This shift allowed her to break free from being defined solely by sadness and to express herself more confidently.
Toni Braxton’s 1996 album marks a significant shift from heartbreak anthems to celebrating sexuality, highlighted by the provocative track ‘You’re Makin' Me High.’
She once felt hesitant about venturing into themes of sexuality but ultimately recognized the need for evolution beyond her image as 'a perennial sad girl.'
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