Classic Western R&B songs to listen to in autumn
Japan has four distinct seasons, and with the greenery turning red in autumn, many people may find themselves wanting to listen to calmer music that suits the scenery.
For those listeners, we’ve selected Western R&B with a touch of melancholy.
From tranquil R&B with a delicate feel to tracks wrapped in a sensual mood, we’ve picked songs from a wide range of styles.
There are brand-new releases as well, so if you love R&B and soul, please relax and enjoy to the very end.
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Classic Western R&B songs to listen to in autumn (41–50)
It’s AlrightChante Moore

This song is included on Chanté Moore’s 1992 album “Precious” and was released as a single the following year.
It’s a quietly mellow R&B ballad that resonates deeply with the heart.
Classic Western R&B songs to listen to in autumn (51–60)
In The MoodThe Whispers

It’s a track from The Whispers’ 1987 album “Just Gets Better With Time.” Produced by Babyface, as the title suggests, it’s a mood-setting song that showcases the group’s harmonious vocals.
Un-Break My HeartToni Braxton

There are countless heartbreak songs in the world, aren’t there? Among them, when it comes to the most famous and successful, many people probably think of “Un-Break My Heart.” This song is said to be one of the best-selling singles in the world.
It was a huge hit in Japan as well, so I’m sure many people know it.
The greatest charm of the song is Toni Braxton’s powerful vocals.
The way she seems to pour out the pain of heartbreak makes it a perfect listen for an autumn night.
Hrs & HrsMuni Long

Muni Long’s hit song “Hrs and Hrs,” which gained popularity on TikTok in the latter half of 2021, reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
R&B chart.
It catapulted the once-under-the-radar, late-blooming Muni to widespread recognition.
The title means “for hours,” and it’s a love song that expresses the feeling that with the person you love, you can keep doing anything as if it could last forever.
Its dark, sexy sound makes it a perfect listen for long autumn nights.
Never MeantAmerican Football

American Football is a three-piece rock band from the United States.
Their song “Never Meant” is a poignant ballad, featuring the line, “Goodbye—on that autumn night I realized our love had ended.” The guitar technique of arpeggios—playing the notes of a chord separately—is exceptionally beautiful and further enhances the song’s lyrical worldview.
Also, the closing lyric, “Let me tell myself that everything between you and me was always leading to this outcome,” conveys a lovely autumnal atmosphere.
Love’s,Lines,Angles and Rhymes5th Dimension

It’s the song of the same name included on The 5th Dimension’s 1971 album “Love’s, Lines, Angles and Rhymes.” The track is a cover of a song originally sung by Diana Ross, and it has a bright, energetic feel.
Before I Let You GoBlackstreet

Blackstreet is an R&B group known for their gentle vocals.
They’re especially memorable for cool tracks like “No Diggity.” However, “Before I Let You Go” overturns that image, delivering a heartrending love song.
Its lyrics express the anguish of a man telling his girlfriend goodbye.
It’s perfect for a quiet listen on an autumn night.
By the way, if you want to boost your energy, the reggae remix of this song is also recommended.





