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Great Black Music: Recommended Masterpieces

music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.
Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
With the motto “Learn the basics and enjoy putting them into practice,” I worked as a vocal coach specializing in Western music. As a teen, I questioned the idea that “Western music equals English,” and started listening to songs from around the world. Today, I devour music from over 80 countries and run a personal blog introducing tracks. I often listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. I’ll keep updating articles daily to find the one perfect song you’re looking for!

The great achievement of Black music is not only that it gave birth to genres like jazz, blues, gospel, and soul.

It has also been a wellspring of inspiration for legendary songs in the histories of rock and pop, and it is the most influential force on musical genres since the 20th century—an influence that continues unbroken into the 21st century and beyond.

To explore the roots of this magnificent Black music, this time we’re researching classic tracks mainly from the soul and R&B realm spanning the 1960s to the 1990s.

In the latter half, we also introduce more recent songs, so whether you love the latest hip-hop and R&B or aren’t very familiar with Black music, this is a must-check!

Great Black Music: Recommended Masterpieces (111–120)

I Feel It Coming ft. Daft PunkThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – I Feel It Coming ft. Daft Punk (Official Video)

I Feel It Coming ft. Daft PunkThe Weeknd

This is a song by the Canadian singer The Weeknd in collaboration with the French electronic duo Daft Punk.

The Weeknd’s soulful vocals and nostalgic-sounding keyboards are deeply moving.

The music video, featuring The Weeknd and Kiko Mizuhara dancing on a planet, is also a must-see.

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Like We GrownTrevor Jackson

Trevor Jackson – Like We Grown [Official Video]

Like We GrownTrevor Jackson

Trevor Jackson is a U.S.-born singer who has also appeared in American dramas and Disney Channel movies.

With a delicate yet manly singing voice and a charming smile, Trevor is a singer to keep an eye on in the future.

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GuiltyUsher ft T.I.

Usher – Guilty (ft. T.I.) NEW 2010 R&B SONGS

GuiltyUsher ft T.I.

A track from Usher’s 2010 album “Raymond vs.

Raymond,” which features many great songs.

It’s a song where he honestly admits to cheating and vows to tell no more lies.

The lyrics are very entertaining, making it one of his hidden gems.

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Coming HomeP.Diddy Ft.Skylar Grey

Diddy – Dirty Money – Coming Home ft. Skylar Grey – Napisy

Coming HomeP.Diddy Ft.Skylar Grey

A song released on Sean Combs’s (P.

Diddy) 2010 album “Last Train to Paris.” It’s a melancholic masterpiece where the melody of the chorus sung by Skylar Grey blends seamlessly with Diddy’s rap.

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Ignition(Remix)R. Kelly

Ignition (Remix)

Ignition(Remix)R. Kelly

A very erotic and sexy track by R&B heavyweight R.

Kelly.

“Ignition” means “ignition” or “starting.” Sung to a woman he loves so passionately it sparks like ignition, this song is a classic ballad with a slow, rhythmic melody.

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