Ready to get transported to the streets of Philly in the glowing summertime of 1991? Jeff and Will are serving those feel-good, sun-soaked vibes all year round with their timeless banger. Expect vocal acrobatics, stunning melodies and a whole lot of soul.ĭJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - 'Summertime' This sparkly, mid-tempo R&B ballad sees Evans and Price serve as shoulders to cry on for a heartbroken Whitney. Faith Evans & Kelly Price - 'Heartbreak Hotel' 'On & On' is arguably one of the quirky singer's most iconic songs. Funky female quartet En Vogue smashed it with this infectious pop-funk hybrid, which remains a classic.Īs R&B blossomed in 90's, the hypnotic voice of Erykah Badu captured our ears and souls in equal measure. If there was every an era where girl groups really shone, it was the 90's. Lauryn, Wyclef and Pras truly flip-turned Roberta Flack's original on its head, transforming a tender, heart-wrenching song into a chart-topping Hip-Hop jam. The Fugees - 'Killing Me Softly With His Song'
A true R&B phenomenon, the song would go on to pick up two Grammy Awards. Taken from their 1999 sophomore album ' The Writing's on the Wall', 'Say My Name' remains one of DC's most popular songs. 'Pony' is an unapologetic eyebrow-raiser that rightfully launched Ginuwine into the spotlight. Her ethereal voice is enough to take you to another world.Īny true R&B lover will identify this sensual song immediately, thanks to Timbaland's knack for creating an instantly recognisable beat. No 90's playlist is complete without it.Īfter cementing herself as a certified R&B icon in the 1980's, Sade transitioned into the following decade with ease. "A scrub is a guy who thinks he's fly" - shout out to TLC for setting the bar, and our standards, high with this iconic female anthem. No wonder Drizzy sampled it in his 2017 song 'Teenage Fever'.
Produced by the one and only Jermaine Dupri, this smooth jam from Usher's early days sees the R&B crooner come face to face with a crossroads in his relationship.īronx girl Jenny had us all feeling like hopping on the 6 and sending a word of warning to any potential lovers with her debut single. Her smooth vocals teamed with Timb's slick production make for a slice of R&B royalty. Aayliah and Timbaland form an unstoppable duo on this classic hit from the 1993 soundtrack to 'Dr.