Pulse is the sixth studio album by American R&B singer Toni Braxton, released on May 4, 2010, by Atlantic Records. Braxton collaborated with several producers and songwriters on the album, including Harvey Mason Jr., Oak Felder, Lucas Secon, and David Foster.
The album explores themes of love, relationships, and personal growth, returning to Braxton's R&B roots while incorporating elements of dance-pop and electronic music. Pulse marked Braxton's comeback after a brief hiatus and a period of health challenges.
The album spawned three singles: "Yesterday," a duet with Trey Songz; "Hands Tied"; and "Make My Heart." While the album received mixed to positive reviews from critics, praising Braxton's vocal performance and the album's overall production, it achieved moderate commercial success. Pulse debuted at number nine on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States and reached the top 20 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Internationally, it charted in several European countries.
Pulse represented a significant chapter in Toni Braxton's career, showcasing her resilience and continued artistry within the contemporary R&B landscape. The album was released in standard and deluxe editions, with the latter including bonus tracks.