Classic R&B songs recommended for women
This time, we’ve carefully selected classic R&B tracks especially recommended for women.
From songs you’ll want to play on a night drive with the breeze on your face, to tunes that color the quiet moments when you’re alone and reflecting—this lineup offers a variety you can enjoy in different settings.
Poignant lyrics and refined melodies are sure to turn everyday moments into something special.
Take a brief escape from your busy days and peek into a slightly more grown-up world of music.
You’re sure to find a new favorite!
Playlist
| Classic R&B songs recommended for women | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Boo’d UpElla Mai |  play_arrow | A bittersweet British R&B song about falling in love |
| 2 | NastyTinashe |  play_arrow | A song of bold, sexy self-expression |
| 3 | I Love Your SmileShanice |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that portrays the feelings of love, resonating in the heart. |
| 4 | Broken ClocksSZA |  play_arrow | A song that sings about a life of working to save money |
| 5 | SummertimeBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Summer love, Beyoncé’s classic, resonates in the heart |
| 6 | If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | Alicia Keys' moving ballad |
| 7 | TripElla Mai |  play_arrow | Ella Mai's emotionally rich songs resonate with the heart. |
| 8 | What’s My Name? ft. DrakeRihanna |  play_arrow | Rihanna’s iconic song that depicts a mature love |
| 9 | Good DaysSZA |  play_arrow | A hopeful song with Shiza's vocals that resonate in the heart |
| 10 | I DoToosii, Muni Long |  play_arrow | A moving R&B song of love and devotion |
| 11 | Touch My BodyMariah Carey |  play_arrow | Adult sensual R&B, Mariah’s No. 1 song |
| 12 | Akon’s Beautiful DayAkon |  play_arrow | A song that gives thanks for life's joys and hardships |
| 13 | Girl on FireAlicia Keys |  play_arrow | An inspiring song depicting women's strength and self-liberation |
| 14 | Sex So GoodChris Brown |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of passionate love |
| 15 | Shy GuyDiana King |  play_arrow | A classic that portrays women's emotions through reggae R&B |
| 16 | We Belong TogetherMariah Carey |  play_arrow | Expressing the pain of a broken heart and the longing for a reunion |
| 17 | Miss IndependentNe-Yo |  play_arrow | A sophisticated song praising independent women |
| 18 | Work ft. DrakeRihanna |  play_arrow | A love song from Caribbean culture—sensual and sophisticated. |
| 19 | You Gotta Be (’99 Mix)Des’ree |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart, the courage to take on challenges |
| 20 | Sex With MeRihanna |  play_arrow | Rihanna's sensual love track |
| 21 | Long As I LiveToni Braxton |  play_arrow | R&B hit song, No. 1 on the U.S. charts |
| 22 | InsecureJazmine Sullivan and Bryson Tiller |  play_arrow | An emotional collaborative track by an R&B singer |
| 23 | Bedtime StoriesRae Sremmurd Ft. The Weeknd |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Rae Sremmurd and The Weeknd |
| 24 | LUVTory Lanez |  play_arrow | A reggae-style R&B hit song about love |
| 25 | DamageMya |  play_arrow | A 2018 R&B track by Mya |
| 26 | Get YouDaniel Caesar ft. Kali Uchis |  play_arrow | Sweet R&B love song from Toronto |
| 27 | Before I DoSevyn Streeter |  play_arrow | A gentle-groove R&B track, Sevyn Streeter |
| 28 | I Miss YouKlymaxx |  play_arrow | A women’s R&B band breakup ballad |
| 29 | On SightCoco Jones |  play_arrow | Coco Jones’s soul-stirring song echoing on a summer night |
| 30 | Made For MeMuni Long |  play_arrow | Fateful encounter, a classic of special love, R&B hit |
| 31 | Chun-LiNicki Minaj |  play_arrow | A raw, hard-hitting rap track with references to video game characters |
| 32 | Take ControlTasha Mac |  play_arrow | A song of courage to carve out my own future |
| 33 | MEDICINEQueen Naija |  play_arrow | Popular songs on YouTube broadcast by Queen Naija |
| 34 | PermissionRo James |  play_arrow | Ro James’s signature alternative R&B hit song |
| 35 | Sometimes Ft. JenevieveBabyface |  play_arrow | An R&B duet song about a sweet, aching first love |
| 36 | Best PartDaniel Caesar & H.E.R. |  play_arrow | A duet by a Canadian and an American singer |
| 37 | FoldedKehlani |  play_arrow | An introspective singing voice, quietly closing a chapter of life |
| 38 | Burning BlueMariah the Scientist |  play_arrow | The passionate musical world of a singer with a background in biology |
| 39 | WaterTyla |  play_arrow | Tyra from South Africa, passionate summer music |
| 40 | On My MamaVictoria Monét |  play_arrow | A positive song that boosts self-esteem |
| 41 | TempoChris Brown |  play_arrow | Popular songs by Chris Brown |
| 42 | Freaky FridayLil Dicky feat. Chris Brown |  play_arrow | Hit song “Freaky Friday” collaboration track |
| 43 | So Am ITy Dolla $ign ft. Damian Marley & Skrillex |  play_arrow | A song that Ty Dolla collaborated on with Damian and others |
| 44 | BodyDreezy ft. Jeremih |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Chicago rapper Dreezy and Jeremih |
| 45 | Fine By MeChris Brown |  play_arrow | 80s-style nu-disco, a bittersweet love song |
| 46 | Take You DownSZA |  play_arrow | A sensual song that snuggles up to a summer night |
| 47 | BodySummer Walker |  play_arrow | Summer Walker's summer anthem |
| 48 | I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder |  play_arrow | Stevie Wonder’s love ballad |
| 49 | Isn’t She LovelyStevie Wonder |  play_arrow | A moving soul song celebrating the birth of a daughter |
| 50 | FireAlessia Cara |  play_arrow | Alessia Cara’s Song of Growth and Hope |
| 51 | Clean Up WomanBetty Wright |  play_arrow | An R&B classic that portrays the loss of love and gratitude |
| 52 | Not Another Love SongElla Mai |  play_arrow | Ella Mai’s wistful love ballad |
| 53 | In My Bag ft. GloRillaFLO |  play_arrow | FLOW's new release is an anthem that cheers on confidence and independence. |
| 54 | Undo (Back To My Heart)Tinashe, Wax Motif |  play_arrow | Tinashe’s heartbreak song |
| 55 | Big Brown EyesLola Young |  play_arrow | A timeless song that captures the heart, portraying love and inner conflict. |
| 56 | R E A L W O M A NPARTYNEXTDOOR |  play_arrow | PARTYNEXTDOOR's new song is full of love and charm |
| 57 | RocketEn Vogue |  play_arrow | En Vogue hit song produced by Ne-Yo |
| 58 | MidnightJessie Ware |  play_arrow | A captivating ballad, popular in Europe |
| 59 | SativaJhené Aiko ft. Rae Sremmurd |  play_arrow | A collaborative song by Jhené Aiko and Rae Sremmurd |
| 60 | FrontlineKelela |  play_arrow | A poignant R&B classic that releases emotions |
| 61 | Caught in Your LoveBoys World |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of a woman’s heartbreaking feelings lost in love. |
| 62 | FocusHer |  play_arrow | A standout R&B singer, a charting ballad |
| 63 | BMFSZA |  play_arrow | A fusion of bossa nova and R&B |
| 64 | Buy U a Drank ft. Yung JocT-Pain |  play_arrow | T-Pain changed the music scene with his innovative Auto-Tune. |
| 65 | CUFF ITBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Beyoncé’s enchanting track, a voice that colors the night |
| 66 | Persuasion (ft. Victoria Monét)Bryson Tiller |  play_arrow | A sensual late-night duet song expressing mature love |
| 67 | At The ClubJacquees ft. Dej Loaf |  play_arrow | Collaboration song by Dejirof and Jakes |
| 68 | I Think Of YouJeremih ft. Chris Brown, Big Sean |  play_arrow | 3-artist collaboration song |
| 69 | Come Through and ChillMiguel ft. J. Cole, Salaam Remi |  play_arrow | Miguel and J. Cole’s collaborative song |
| 70 | Pray For MeThe Weeknd & Kendrick Lamar |  play_arrow | Futuristic music from Marvel movies |
| 71 | changesXXXTentacion |  play_arrow | A poignant song that portrays the sorrow of love |
| 72 | Rich and SadPost Malone |  play_arrow | Money can't buy happiness. |
| 73 | Faded LoveTinashe ft. Future |  play_arrow | An R&B collaboration track hits the U.S. charts. |
| 74 | Hold UpBeyoncé |  play_arrow | The song that accused Beyoncé of infidelity |