Before the onslaught of young women singers in the mid-90´s there was Tanita Tikaram in 1988. This beautiful debut showcases all of her strengths. Eleven tracks and each one is well done. I would say that this is probably her best cd, most consistent and cohesive. Her other five cds are all very good, but I think Ancient Heart is her best. She was 19 when she recorded this cd and it still holds up strong today. Tikaram isn´t an angst singer, so her music is more mature and less preachy than say, Fiona Apple (though I like Fiona too). This is a must have for any rock collector.