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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Western R&B classics to listen to in autumn (81–90)
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.
How You Gonna Act Like ThatTyrese
Tyrese Gibson is an R&B singer.
In recent years, he’s also been active as an actor, appearing in films like the Fast & Furious series, so many people may associate him more with that image.
The classic love song he created is I Wanna Go There.
This track is included on his third album, I Wanna Go There.
Pay attention to the straightforward, love-filled lyrics as you listen.
The music video, with its sunlit warmth, is a perfect fit for autumn.
Me And Mrs.JonesBilly Paul
This is a single cut from Billy Paul’s 1972 album “360 Degrees of Billy Paul.” The song is a representative track of 1970s soul music, spending three consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard singles chart and selling over two million copies.
4 Seasons Of LonelinessBoyz II Men
This is a song included on the album Evolution, released in 1997 by the R&B vocal group Boyz II Men.
The song is themed around the four seasons, reflecting on love for a partner and feelings of loneliness while passing through each of the seasons.
U Should’ve Known BetterMonica
When it comes to iconic American female R&B singers, Monica surely comes to mind.
She’s a legendary figure who has even won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance.
Her ballad “U Should’ve Known Better,” which she created around the theme of the pain of being separated from a loved one, reflects that depth.
The song appears on two albums: All Eyez on Me and After the Storm.
In fact, the version included on the latter features additional arrangement changes.