Classic Western R&B songs to listen to in autumn

Bending My RulesFLO

Bending My Rules

A standout track featuring a beautiful harmony woven by piano and vocals.

It’s a relaxed, mid-tempo number that transcends the boundaries of R&B, creating a mood perfect for long autumn nights.

The emotionally rich vocals vividly express the conflicts and uncertainties of love, resonating deeply with listeners.

Released in August 2024, this song is slated to be included on FLO’s debut album, Access All Areas.

It’s great for a stroll through a park with falling leaves, or for quietly immersing yourself alone in a warm room.

Either way, it’s sure to be a song that stays close to your heart.

Lose to WinFantasia

Fantasia – Lose to Win (Official Video)

A perfect song for a wistful autumn night.

Fantasia’s crystal-clear vocals resonate deep in the heart.

Its powerful message about overcoming the pain of heartbreak and reflecting on oneself permeates the soul.

As majestic strings and a rhythmic beat intertwine exquisitely, her expressive voice leads listeners on a healing journey.

Released in April 2013, this track sparked buzz as the lead single from the album “Side Effects of You.” It’s ideal for a relaxed listen while gazing at the autumn leaves.

A must-hear not only for R&B fans but for anyone seeking a deeply moving experience.

So AnxiousGinuwine

Ginuwine – So Anxious

There’s something a little bittersweet about the autumn season, isn’t there? At times like that, I recommend “So Anxious,” a track with an impressively sexy sound.

It’s a song by Ginuwine, an R&B singer from Washington, D.

C.

, included on his 1999 album 100% Ginuwine.

“So Anxious” was released as the album’s third single and reached No.

2 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

The lyrics—waiting anxiously for a call from a lover—perfectly match the wistfulness of fall.

Say AmenHoward Hewett

Howard Hewitt – Say Amen

This is a song included on Howard Hewett’s 1988 album “Forever and Ever.” Hewett, the former lead vocalist of the R&B/soul group Shalamar, is known for this signature track, which is a relaxed, slow ballad.

PromiseJagged Edge

Jagged Edge – Promise (Official HD Video)

Autumn is a season that often makes us feel a little melancholic, isn’t it? That’s why I recommend a song called “Promise.” It’s a ballad about vowing eternal love.

The blissful lyrics are sure to warm your heart.

The track was created by the R&B group Jagged Edge.

They’ve also made other feel-good songs, like “Let’s Get Married,” which centers on a proposal.

Be sure to check that one out as well.

Walked Outta HeavenJagged Edge

Jagged Edge – Walked Outta Heaven (Official Video)

There are days when you feel down after parting ways with someone important, aren’t there? In times like that, a song that stays by your side is Jagged Edge’s “Walked Outta Heaven.” The title means “walked out of heaven,” using the idea of leaving heaven as a metaphor for the sadness and anxiety of being separated from a loved one.

The lyrics contain many relatable lines, so it’s sure to resonate with you.

And after listening, you’ll likely feel a bit lighter at heart.

ManiacJhené Aiko

Jhené Aiko – Maniac

Jhené Aiko, an R&B singer who has been popular since the 2010s.

With her Latin heritage, many of her songs incorporate those elements, making her a favorite not only in the US but also in Spanish-speaking regions.

Her new track is “Maniac.” It leans toward Latin R&B, but its cool, stylish melody throughout makes it a perfect fit for the autumn mood.

Be sure to check it out.