Legends of soul music: its history and allure revisited through classic songs

The great artists who illuminated the American music scene.

From Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, and Stevie Wonder—legendary singers whose timeless masterpieces live on—to modern torchbearers of soul like Bruno Mars and D’Angelo.

We invite you into the world of soul music, where captivating vocals and irresistibly groovy sounds resonate deep in your heart.

Enjoy a musical journey filled with emotion and excitement.

Playlist

Legends of soul music: its history and allure revisited through classic songs
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	The Dock Of The BayOtis Redding		Redding, the renowned soul singer who shone at Monterey
2	SuperflyCurtis Mayfield		Became famous through the movie “Super Fly.”
3	What’s Going OnMarvin Gaye		A masterpiece that symbolizes the evolution and refinement of soul music
4	Ain’t Got No, I Got LifeNina Simone		Nina Simone: A Soulful Voice and Artistic Brilliance
5	Let’s stay TogetherAl Green		Al Green, the master of Southern soul
6	And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers		A song of courage to overcome heartbreak and take a new step forward
7	Before I Let GoFrankie Beverly And Maze		A sweet and bittersweet farewell soul song
8	A Song for YouDonny Hathaway		The classic song “A Song for You” by Donny Hathaway
9	Stand By MeBen E. King		Ben E. King's classic song “Stand by Me”
10	SuperstitionStevie Wonder		Stevie Wonder’s classic song “Superstition”
11	Bring it on home to meSam Cooke		Sam Cooke, singer of the civil rights movement
12	I say a little prayerAretha Franklin		Aretha Franklin, the voice of soul
13	Clean Up WomanBetty Wright		An R&B classic that portrays the loss of love and gratitude
14	Midnight Train to GeorgiaGladys Knight&The Pips		A gem of a soul classic that portrays longing for one’s hometown
15	Land of a Thousand DancesWilson Pickett		A legend of the soul world, a classic that fires up any party
16	If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys		Alicia Keys’s classic became a worldwide hit.
17	Respect YourselfThe Staple Singers		A song of the soul after the Civil Rights Movement, conveying hope and courage
18	Freddie’s DeadCurtis Mayfield		Socially conscious music that portrays the darkness of the city
19	ShotgunJr. Walker & The All Stars		The birth of the Motown classic 'Shotgun'
20	I Can’t Stand the RainAnn Peebles		A masterpiece whose rhythm of raindrops resonates with the heart
21	Rock with youMichael Jackson		A masterpiece from Michael's fifth album
22	Ain’t No Mountain High EnoughMarvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell		Motown classic, a fusion of voices singing about love
23	Have you seen herThe Chi-Lites		The Chai-Lites’ famous song “Have You Seen Her”
24	All Night LongLionel Richie		Lionel Richie's classic song, bringing the world together
25	Two LoversMary Wells		A love song depicting the two sides of a lover
26	You Can’t Hurry LoveThe Supremes		A famous song by The Supremes that sings about the fulfillment of love.
27	Papa Was a Rollin’ StoneThe Temptations		Motown’s legendary group The Temptations
28	Motherless ChildO.V. Wright		Southern soul has its roots in gospel.
29	Upside DownDiana Ross		Diana Ross’s disco classic “Ch…"
30	I put a spell on youNina Simone		A Black female singer who mastered soul and jazz
31	I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder		A heartwarming classic that sings of everyday love
32	BenMichael Jackson		Michael Jackson’s classic from his soul period
33	The GhettoDonny Hathaway		The classic song by R&B singer Donny Hathaway
34	Georgia On My MindRay Charles		Ray Charles is an evangelist of Black music.
35	Baby LoveThe Supremes		The Supremes, Motown’s legendary group
36	Dancing in the StreetsMartha & The Vandellas		Signature songs of Motown girl groups
37	Here With Med4vd		1970s soul music is attracting renewed attention
38	Yes We Can CanThe Pointer Sisters		Funky sister chorus from the ’70s
39	You really got a hold on meSmokey Robinson & The Miracles		Motown, the legendary label of Black music
40	I’m Every WomanChaka Khan		Chaka Khan’s music career spanning more than 40 years
41	LowdownBoz Scaggs		Boz Scaggs's soul music
42	IF WE HOLD ON TOGETHERDiana Ross		Diana Ross’s solo career and iconic songs
43	Knock On WoodEddie Floyd		The soul classic “Knock on Wood”
44	CrazyGnarls Barkley		The smash hit song by Danger Mouse
45	Oh what a dayThe Dells		A track with a rich, flavorful melody and fun vocals
46	My GirlThe Temptations		The renowned Motown vocal group
47	UntitledD’Angelo		D’Angelo’s masterpiece “Untitled,” a monumental pillar of soul
48	Brown SugarD’Angelo		A classic by D’Angelo, the pioneer of neo-soul
49	Everybody Plays the Foolthe main ingredient		A groovy love’s bittersweet, soulful soul
50	I’ll Be ThereThe Jackson 5		Brother band led by Michael thrives
51	Papa was a rolling stoneThe Temptations		Impressive songs by The Temptations
52	Stone RollinRaphael Saadiq		Sadiq’s soulful soul music
53	Keep On Movin’Soul II Soul		In the late ’80s, pioneering music was sent out into the world.
54	Use MeBill Withers		Music where soul intersects with other genres
55	Soul singerBarkays		Soul Fingers, a funky classic
56	Out of SightJames Brown		James Brown’s classic song “Out of Sight”
57	If You Want Me To StaySly & The Family Stone		Soul number, a pleasant sense of groove
58	I wanna testifyParliament		A soul-style Parliaments song that sings about love
59	Keep on TruckinEddie Kendricks		Disco hit songs by Eddie Kendricks
60	Move On UpCurtis Mayfield		A soul singer who laid the foundation of R&B
61	Just To See HerSmokey Robinson		Smokey Robinson's classic
62	I Can’t Help MyselfFour Tops		The Four Tops are emblematic of soul music.
63	For All We KnowDonny Hathaway		Danny Hathaway's classic ballad masterpiece
64	People Get ReadyThe Impressions		The Impressions, who performed Black music
65	My GirlThe Temptations		The Temptations’ classic “My Girl”
66	Soul Bossa NovaQuincy Jones		PayPay's commercial featuring Masahiro Nakai is funny.
67	RespectAretha Franklin		The allure of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
68	Could It Be I’m Falling In LoveTHE SPINNERS		A long-established Philadelphia soul group
69	Leave the Door OpenSilk Sonic		Silk Sonic's smash hit song
70	I Will SurviveGloria Gaynor		“I Will Survive,” the legend of a disco classic
71	Wake Up EverybodyHarold Melvin & The Blue Notes		Great songs and vocals that sing about social issues
72	Never Too MuchLuther Vandross		The appeal of Luther, the singer who led the R&B scene
73	Everybody needs someone to LoveWilson Pickett		Music that symbolizes the influence and evolution of Black music
74	Proud MaryIke & Tina Turner		Ike & Tina Turner’s electrifying stage
75	Time is on my sideIrma Thomas		A captivating song brimming with Arma’s soulful vibe
76	Walk On ByIsaac Hayes		Isaac Hayes, acclaimed for his music and voice acting
77	SuperstitionStevie Wonder		A classic by the soul master Stevie Wonder
78	Summer BreezeIsley Brothers		Mellow soul music, The Isley Brothers
79	La La (Means I Love You)Delfonics		Prince’s popular songs, The Delfonics’ classic songs
80	Save the last dance for meThe Drifters		A Black vocal group popularized soul music.
81	Back StabbersThe O’Jays		Signature hit songs of a soul music group
82	Sweet InspirationThe Sweet Inspiration		Soothing, sweet soul music that heals the heart
83	I’d Rather Go BlindEtta James		Etta James: 50 Years of Soul-Stirring Songs
84	What’d I SayRay Charles		Ray Charles, the innovator of soul music
85	Every Little Bit HurtsBrenda Holloway		Brenda Holloway’s exquisite singing voice
86	Reach Out (I’ll Be There)Four Tops		The moving impact of the Motown classic album “Reach Out”
87	I’ll Take You ThereThe Staple Singers		The Staple Singers' classic
88	SuperflyCurtis Mayfield		Representative artists of Neo Soul
89	Please, Please, PleaseJames Brown		James Brown, signature songs of the soul era
90	Funky TownLipps Inc		A Black female singer and Greenberg debut PURPLE RAIN.
91	You lost the sweetest boyMary Wells		The captivating singing voice of Mary Wells
92	Can I change my mindTyrone Davis		A classic by a soul singer filled with love
93	Let’s Stay TogetherAl Green		A classic by Al Green, a pioneer of neo-soul.
94	WHat you won’t do for loveBobby Caldwell		Signature songs by American musicians
95	Soul ManSam & Dave		A signature hit by Sam & Dave
96	Something You GotEddie Floyd		A song featuring Eddie Floyd's captivating vocals
97	Mr. Big StuffJean Knight		The untold story behind Jean Knight’s hit song
98	What’d I Say, Pt. 1Ray Charles		The classic song by the blind pianist, Ray Charles.
99	Twistin’ the Night AwaySam Cooke		Sam Cooke is legendary as a singer.
100	You Send MeSam Cooke		Hit song by gospel singer Sam Cooke
101	You Make Me Feel Brand NewThe stylistics		Legendary group of Philadelphia soul
102	AIn’t no sunshineBill Withers		Bill Withers' masterpieces and life
103	Just one lookDoris Troy		Doris Troy’s beautiful love song
104	Ring My BellAnita Ward		Transforming from a children's song into a smash disco hit
105	ThinkAretha Franklin		Aretha Franklin with her powerful singing voice
106	Spanish HarlemBen E. King		The classic Stand by Me, Ben’s singing voice
107	Lean on MeBill Withers		The musical life of soul singer Bill Withers
108	AppletreeErykah Badu		The appeal of Erykah Badu, a leading figure in Neo-Soul
109	Ordinary PeopleJohn Legend		Introduction to John Legend's music and career
110	Unchained MelodyRighteous Brothers		Blue-eyed soul is a chorus group.
111	Close the doorTeddy Pendergrass		Teddy Pendergrass's soul classic
112	Best Of My LoveThe Emotions		The Emotions have a close relationship with Earth, Wind & Fire.
113	Chain of FoolsAretha Franklin		Aretha’s hit songs linked like a chain
114	Anyone who had a heartDionne Warwick		Dionne’s classic, captivating for its whispers and strength
115	Rock Your BabyGeorge McCrae		A disco classic, a worldwide smash hit!
116	Never Stop DreamingMario Biondi		Mario Biondi’s heartwarming classic
117	Hello StrangerBarbara Lewis		A classic from the ’60s that quietly resonates in the heart
118	For Once In My LifeStevie Wonder		The soul music genius, Stevie Wonder
119	Sweet LoveAnita Baker		Anita Baker, who influenced female soul singers
120	Twistin’ the Night AwaySam Cooke		Sam Cooke: Savoring a soul-stirring masterpiece
121	Hold OnAlabama Shakes		A legendary band that fused soul and rock
122	Show meJoe Tex		Joe Tex’s classic with a husky voice
123	Try A Little TendernessOtis Redding		The King of Soul: Redding’s Soul Music
124	Let The Music PlayShannon		A signature dance-pop track by Shannon from the 1980s
125	In the rainThe Dramatics		A sad song with striking rain sounds; the album is doing well.
126	Take me to the riverAl Green		A love song with a wistful melody and a beautiful singing voice
127	Kung Fu FightingCarl Douglas		A disco hit song composed by Biddu
128	Coming HomeLeon Bridges		Leon Bridges’ masterpiece, soul-stirring
129	There’s Nothing Like ThisOmar		Omar’s classic song “There’s Nothing Like This”
130	Groovin’The Young Rascals		The youth band's hit song 'Groovin''
131	I’ll be aroundTHE SPINNERS		The Spinners are iconic artists from the 1970s.
132	This old heart of mineThe Isley Brothers		A captivating track by The Isley Brothers
133	Shop aroundThe Miracles		The tightly harmonized vocals of early Motown
134	Stoned loveThe Supremes		The beautiful chorus of The Supremes
135	Play That Funky MusicWild Cherry		A white band's Black-style funk sound
136	Knock On WoodAmii Stewart		Disco hit single enters the charts in the UK
137	Baby WorkoutJackie Wilson		A soul-stirring voice, an innovator of Black music
138	Yes we can canPointer Sisters		The Pointer Sisters’ classic soul song
139	Walk the dogRUFUS THOMAS		A Husky-Voiced, Captivating Dog-Calling Song
140	The Sun Ain’t Gonna Shine AnymoreThe Walker Brothers		The Birth and Development of Soul Music by White Artists
141	No OneAlicia Keys		Alicia Keys’s signature musical style
142	PatchesClarence Carter		A soulful narrative song, a captivating piece
143	In My HouseMary Jane Girls		Rick James's dance hit song
144	I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be FreeNina Simone		Nina Simone, natural and richly expressive
145	The RainOran “Juice” Jones		A track that fuses R&B and hip-hop
146	When a Man Loves a WomanPercy Sledge		A Southern soul singer who left behind major hit songs
147	You are everythingThe stylistics		A classic of stylistics, widely known
148	LadyD’Angelo		D'Angelo: The genius artist and leading figure of Neo-Soul