[2025] Best Western R&B Love Songs: A Curated Collection of Romance Tracks

Are You Even Real (feat. Givēon)Teddy Swims

Teddy Swims – Are You Even Real (feat. Givēon) [Official Music Video]

A captivating ballad that sings of the sweet, aching uncertainty of love.

American artist Teddy Swims delivers a heartfelt duet featuring R&B singer Giveon.

Their contrasting vocal textures beautifully capture the confusion, wonder, and deep gratitude that come with encountering a dreamlike, perfect love.

Released in January 2025 as the lead single from the album ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2),’ this track showcases their talents to the fullest with its soulful melody and moving vocals.

It’s a song you’ll want to play while spending time with someone special on White Day—let its warm, loving tones accompany your sweet return gift and carry you away.

Baby LoveThe Supremes

The Supremes – Baby Love

They were an African American female vocal group from the United States.

The original lineup had four members, including Diana Ross, but by the time they changed their name to The Supremes and signed with Motown, they had become a trio.

A drama modeled after them was staged as the musical “Dreamgirls,” and in 2006 the film “Dreamgirls” was released.

Wait For YouElliott Yamin

Elliott Yamin – Wait For You Official Video

A track expressing feelings for a girlfriend who left him.

It was released as a single in 2007 by American singer Elliott Yamin.

The Norwegian production team Stargate was involved in its production.

I Can’t Stop Loving YouRay Charles

Ray Charles I Can’t Stop Loving You

He is a singer and pianist from the state of Georgia in the United States.

Despite the handicap of blindness, he traced his roots through Black music—R&B, jazz, gospel, and spirituals—continuing to sing from the soul and becoming a charismatic figure known as the “God of Soul.” This song was originally a country tune, but his cover became a huge hit and is probably the version most people are familiar with.

I Love Your SmileShanice

Shanice – I Love Your Smile

It’s said that she blossomed as a singer at the tender age of ten, prompting a fierce bidding war among major record labels.

Her true breakthrough began with the smash hit of this song included on her second album.

Open HeartsThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Open Hearts (Live on Jimmy Kimmel Live!)

A new side revealed by a star who represents Canada’s R&B scene.

Riding an uptempo beat infused with synth-pop elements, The Weeknd’s lustrous vocals resound throughout.

Featured on the album “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” released in January 2025, the track also drew attention for its live performance on the American talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! Offered as an immersive music experience in collaboration with Apple, it’s earning praise for its innovative approach.

Perfect for a drive or setting the mood at night.

The lyrics, which delve into the difficulty of opening one’s heart and the inner conflict that comes with new love, are also worth noting.

Knockin’ Da BootsH-Town

H-Town- Knockin’ Da Boots

A debut single released in 1993 by H-Town, an American R&B vocal group.

It won a Soul Train Music Award.

The track samples Zapp’s 1980 song “Be Alright.”