Take Me Higher

Take Me Higher represents a pivotal moment in Diana Ross's later career, where she successfully integrated the 'Urban AC' sound of the 1990s with her disco heritage. Working with producers like Narada Michael Walden and the Boom Brothers (associates of Babyface), Ross moved away from the adult contemporary safety of her late 80s work into a more rhythmic, club-oriented space. The album is notable for its embrace of house music, particularly on the title track and her cover of 'I Will Survive,' which became significant hits in the UK and on global dance charts. Critics noted the album as a return to form, praising Ross for her ability to sound contemporary alongside younger R&B stars while maintaining her signature sophisticated delivery. It stands as one of her most cohesive 90s projects, balancing the demands of the radio with her status as a dance music icon.