stars, writing that, "It's hard to imagine why this album was even released. [...] and while it's a nice thing to have, it's by no means essential. This compilation contains just about every popular note Braxton ever offered, with a couple of mediocre dance mixes thrown in to add a bit of value to the project. [...] As a single disc containing all the necessary hits, it's the album you should probably bypass this bloated Essential set in favor of." Chart performance "The Essential Toni Braxton" charted on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, peaking at number 48, remaining for two weeks on the chart. Track listings The Essential Toni Braxton Charts References Toni Braxton compilation albums Albums produced by Bryan-Michael Cox Albums produced by David Foster Albums produced by the Neptunes Albums produced by R. Kelly 2007 greatest hits albums