Popular and trending songs in the latest Black music (Western music)
The term “Black music” doesn’t refer to a single genre; it’s a collective term for music genres that developed from Black culture, such as R&B, soul, and hip-hop.
This time, we’ve picked out the latest tracks in Black music.
In recent years, genres across the board have diversified, and Black music is no exception—it has become a complex blend of various styles.
For this selection, we focused only on Black music that’s easy for anyone to get into.
If you’re looking to experience soulful or ill (dope) works, please take your time and enjoy to the end.
Latest Western black music popular and trending songs (1–10)
How Much Can A Heart Take ft. YebbaLucky Daye
Lucky Daye is an R&B singer from New Orleans—his name is sometimes written as “Lucky Diae” in Japan.
He grew up listening to classic R&B and soul artists like Lauryn Hill and Stevie Wonder, and that classic sensibility is strongly reflected in his music.
His new track is How Much Can A Heart Take ft.
Yebba.
It’s a classic-leaning song that starts off smoothly like Sade and unfolds with melodies reminiscent of 1970s great Al Green.
Smokin Out The WindowBruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic
Silk Sonic is the project by Bruno Mars and Anderson .
Paak.
“Smokin Out The Window” is one of the tracks included on their long-awaited debut album, An Evening With Silk Sonic, released on November 12, 2021.
Its level of R&B craftsmanship is so extraordinarily high that after a single listen, you’ll find yourself captivated by the works, vibe, and sound these two create.
For AnyoneHer
Since around 2020, the genre known as “chillout” has become a movement.
And in the singer-songwriter world, H.
E.
R.
is an artist who truly embodies “chillout.” Her velvet-smooth, luxurious voice almost feels as if it was made to express chillout.
A track that brings out her appeal to the fullest is “For Anyone.” Its simple production really makes her vocals shine.
Still Broke ft. Keyon HarroldSamm Henshaw
This is “Still Broke,” released in May 2021 by British singer-songwriter Samm Henshaw.
In 2018, Samm released a song called “Broke,” an upbeat track about a young person dreaming of success.
“Broke” became a big hit, and about three years later, “Still Broke” was released.
It reflects on the success Samm experienced and the emptiness and introspection that came with it.
Sung about a difficult period in his life, this song serves as a kind of sequel to “Broke,” but with one key difference: it conveys a sense of sadness.
Pick Up Your FeelingsJazmine Sullivan
If you want to experience truly overwhelming vocal prowess, I highly recommend “Pick Up Your Feelings” sung by Jazmine Sullivan.
It’s a track that sits squarely in the heart of classic soul—the kind that makes you want to say, “This is exactly how soul should be.” You can’t confidently go this traditional without serious skill and self-assurance.
And yet, the song’s vintage, bluesy soul vibe is precisely what brings out the very best of Jazmine’s richly textured voice.
If you like Amy Winehouse or Adele, you’ll probably love this too!
TroubleJoy Crookes
Neo-soul singer Joy Crookes hails from South London.
Since being nominated for the BRIT Awards in 2020, she has been gaining momentum as an R&B singer.
Trouble, released on October 19, 2021, is an alternative R&B track that showcases a distinctive musicality only she could achieve, having grown up in South London—a hotbed of reggae.
If mainstream R&B doesn’t quite satisfy you, why not give this song a listen?
My Window ft. MahaliaLucky Daye
One of the most talked-about artists in today’s R&B scene, Lucky Daye.
After appearing on the popular audition show American Idol in 2005 and narrowly missing the cut, he spent years honing his craft behind the scenes as a composer and background vocalist.
But after signing with RCA Records in 2018, his career blossomed rapidly, and he joined the ranks of globally recognized R&B singers.
His new track, My Window ft.
Mahalia, incorporates elements of slow jams and is crafted as a bona fide R&B record.