"Blessed Burden" is Carleen Anderson's second solo album, released in 1998 and co-produced with Paul Weller. The album features Anderson's powerful and emotive vocals, blending soulful, jazz-infused arrangements with heartfelt storytelling and personal themes. Standout tracks include covers of Paul McCartney’s "Maybe I’m Amazed" and Van Morrison’s "Who Was That Masked Man," alongside originals like "Woman in Me" and "Peace in the Valley," demonstrating Anderson's versatility and deep musical roots.