Classic R&B songs recommended for women

This time, we’ve carefully selected classic R&B tracks especially recommended for women.

From songs you’ll want to play on a night drive with the breeze on your face, to tunes that color the quiet moments when you’re alone and reflecting—this lineup offers a variety you can enjoy in different settings.

Poignant lyrics and refined melodies are sure to turn everyday moments into something special.

Take a brief escape from your busy days and peek into a slightly more grown-up world of music.

You’re sure to find a new favorite!

Playlist

Classic R&B songs recommended for women
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Boo’d UpElla Mai		A bittersweet British R&B song about falling in love
2	I Love Your SmileShanice		A moving masterpiece that portrays the feelings of love, resonating in the heart.
3	NastyTinashe		A song of bold, sexy self-expression
4	SummertimeBeyoncé		Summer love, Beyoncé’s classic, resonates in the heart
5	If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys		Alicia Keys' moving ballad
6	What’s My Name? ft. DrakeRihanna		Rihanna’s iconic song that depicts a mature love
7	Akon’s Beautiful DayAkon		A song that gives thanks for life's joys and hardships
8	Good DaysSZA		A hopeful song with Shiza's vocals that resonate in the heart
9	TripElla Mai		Ella Mai's emotionally rich songs resonate with the heart.
10	Touch My BodyMariah Carey		Adult sensual R&B, Mariah’s No. 1 song
11	Broken ClocksSZA		A song that sings about a life of working to save money
12	I DoToosii, Muni Long		A moving R&B song of love and devotion
13	Sex So GoodChris Brown		A moving song that sings of passionate love
14	Work ft. DrakeRihanna		A love song from Caribbean culture—sensual and sophisticated.
15	You Gotta Be (’99 Mix)Des’ree		A moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart, the courage to take on challenges
16	Miss IndependentNe-Yo		A sophisticated song praising independent women
17	Shy GuyDiana King		A classic that portrays women's emotions through reggae R&B
18	Girl on FireAlicia Keys		An inspiring song depicting women's strength and self-liberation
19	Sex With MeRihanna		Rihanna's sensual love track
20	We Belong TogetherMariah Carey		Expressing the pain of a broken heart and the longing for a reunion
21	Take ControlTasha Mac		A song of courage to carve out my own future
22	Fine By MeChris Brown		80s-style nu-disco, a bittersweet love song
23	Burning BlueMariah the Scientist		Mariah's album hit No. 1 in the U.S.
24	On SightCoco Jones		The passion of Coco Jones resonating on a summer night
25	FoldedKehlani		A light, airy singing voice that depicts the crossroads of life
26	BodySummer Walker		Summer Walker’s sensual summer song
27	Best PartDaniel Caesar & H.E.R.		A pure love song of Canada and America
28	WaterTyla		Tyla’s Passionate South African Music
29	I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder		A heartwarming classic that sings of everyday love
30	I Miss YouKlymaxx		A heartrending ballad singing about the pain of a broken heart, climax
31	Take You DownSZA		A mysterious track to listen to on a summer night
32	On My MamaVictoria Monét		A powerful, self-affirming song that resonates with the heart
33	Isn’t She LovelyStevie Wonder		Singing of deep love for my daughter and the miracle of life
34	LUVTory Lanez		A reggae-style R&B hit song about love
35	Long As I LiveToni Braxton		R&B hit song, No. 1 on the U.S. charts
36	InsecureJazmine Sullivan and Bryson Tiller		An emotional collaborative track by an R&B singer
37	Made For MeMuni Long		Fateful encounter, a classic of special love, R&B hit
38	Clean Up WomanBetty Wright		An R&B classic that portrays the loss of love and gratitude
39	FireAlessia Cara		An R&B song depicting inner passion and growth
40	Not Another Love SongElla Mai		A classic song that sings of Ella Mai’s bittersweet love
41	MEDICINEQueen Naija		Popular songs on YouTube broadcast by Queen Naija
42	PermissionRo James		Ro James’s signature alternative R&B hit song
43	Before I DoSevyn Streeter		A gentle-groove R&B track, Sevyn Streeter
44	DamageMya		A 2018 R&B track by Mya
45	BMFSZA		A sensual track that fuses bossa nova and R&B
46	Buy U a Drank ft. Yung JocT-Pain		T-Pain and the Auto-Tune Revolution
47	In My Bag ft. GloRillaFLO		FLOW's new release is an anthem that cheers on confidence and independence.
48	Undo (Back To My Heart)Tinashe, Wax Motif		Tinashe's R&B electronic music resonates with my heart.
49	TempoChris Brown		Popular songs by Chris Brown
50	Freaky FridayLil Dicky feat. Chris Brown		Hit song “Freaky Friday” collaboration track
51	Bedtime StoriesRae Sremmurd Ft. The Weeknd		A collaboration song by Rae Sremmurd and The Weeknd
52	BodyDreezy ft. Jeremih		A collaboration song by Chicago rapper Dreezy and Jeremih
53	So Am ITy Dolla $ign ft. Damian Marley & Skrillex		A collaboration song by Ty Dolla Sign, Damian, and Skrillex
54	Sometimes Ft. JenevieveBabyface		An R&B duet song about a sweet, aching first love
55	Get YouDaniel Caesar ft. Kali Uchis		Sweet R&B love song from Toronto
56	Persuasion (ft. Victoria Monét)Bryson Tiller		A sensual late-night duet song expressing mature love
57	CUFF ITBeyoncé		Beyoncé’s enchanting track, a voice that colors the night
58	Big Brown EyesLola Young		A timeless song that captures the heart, portraying love and inner conflict.
59	MidnightJessie Ware		A captivating ballad, popular in Europe
60	SativaJhené Aiko ft. Rae Sremmurd		A collaborative song by Jhené Aiko and Rae Sremmurd
61	Faded LoveTinashe ft. Future		An R&B collaboration track hits the U.S. charts.
62	At The ClubJacquees ft. Dej Loaf		Collaboration song by Dejirof and Jakes
63	I Think Of YouJeremih ft. Chris Brown, Big Sean		A collaboration song by Jeremih, Chris Brown, and Big Sean
64	Come Through and ChillMiguel ft. J. Cole, Salaam Remi		Miguel and J. Cole’s collaborative song
65	Chun-LiNicki Minaj		A raw, hard-hitting rap track with references to video game characters
66	Pray For MeThe Weeknd & Kendrick Lamar		Futuristic music from Marvel movies
67	changesXXXTentacion		A poignant song that portrays the sorrow of love
68	Hold UpBeyoncé		The song that accused Beyoncé of infidelity
69	Caught in Your LoveBoys World		A classic song that sings of a woman’s heartbreaking feelings lost in love.
70	FocusHer		A standout R&B singer, a charting ballad
71	RocketEn Vogue		En Vogue hit song produced by Ne-Yo
72	FrontlineKelela		A poignant R&B classic that releases emotions
73	R E A L W O M A NPARTYNEXTDOOR		PARTYNEXTDOOR's new song is full of love and charm
74	Rich and SadPost Malone		Money can't buy happiness.