Roberta Flack is known for her soulful and smooth vocal performances, blending jazz, pop, and R&B into timeless classics. I think the first Roberta Flack song I remember as a child was “Killing Me Softly With His Song.”

Here are ten of her greatest songs:

1. Killing Me Softly With His Song (1973) – One of her most famous songs, this Grammy-winning hit became a defining moment in pop and soul music.
   
2. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (1972) – A hauntingly beautiful ballad that became a massive hit after being featured in Play Misty for Me.
   
3. Feel Like Makin’ Love (1974) – A sultry and intimate song that topped the Billboard Hot 100.
   
4. Where Is the Love (with Donny Hathaway) (1972) – A gorgeous duet that won a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo.
   
5. Tonight, I Celebrate My Love (with Peabo Bryson) (1983) – A romantic duet that became a wedding staple.
   
6. Back Together Again (with Donny Hathaway) (1980) – A smooth, soulful track that remains one of their best collaborations.
   
7. You’ve Got a Friend (with Donny Hathaway) (1971) – A stunning rendition of Carole King’s classic song.
   
8. The Closer I Get to You (with Donny Hathaway) (1978) – A heartfelt love song that became one of their most beloved duets.
   
9. Set the Night to Music (with Maxi Priest) (1991) – A later hit that showcased her timeless voice in a modern setting.
   
10. Trade Winds (1970) – A lesser-known but deeply moving song that highlights her vocal purity and storytelling ability.

You can get Roberta’s music here at Amazon.

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