Brian McKnight's Top 10 Best Songs

In honor of 16x Grammy-Nominated Legendary vocalist BRIAN MCKNIGHT birthday today, RnBJunkieOfficial has compiled his top 10 best songs in our latest edition of Top 10 Best Songs. In his illustrious career he has released 16 studio albums over the span of 30 years. As one of the most consistent artists in R&B/Soul music, there was plenty to choose from standout songs to honorable mention album cuts and singles.

10) THE ONLY ONE FOR ME

From the Album: Anytime

Released as the third single, this standout song earned McKnight a Grammy-nomination.

09) 6, 8, 12
From the Album: Back at One

McKnight once again pours his heart out on this Grammy nominated emotionally changed gem.

08) FIND MYSELF IN YOU

From the Album: Ten

After first appearing on Madea’s Family Reunion Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, this groovy song was subsequently released as the lead single.

07) YOU SHOULD BE MINE (DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME) FEAT. MASE

From the Album: Anytime

Chosen as the lead single, this song became a top 20 hit and displays McKnight's versatility as a vocalist. Powerhouse vocalist Kelly Price also assist in co-writing and background vocals.

06) LOVE IS FEAT. VANESSA WILLIAMS

From the Album: Beverly Hills 90210 Soundtrack

This dynamic duet with McKnight and Vanessa Williams peaked at No. 3 on Billboard's Hot 100’s and earned the pair a Grammy-nomination.

05) CRAZY LOVE

From the Albums: Jason's Lyric Original Motion Picture Soundtrack & I Remember You

Originally recorded by Van Morrison, this brilliant remake became a top 10 R&B hit for McKnight.

04) LOVE OF MY LIFE

From the Album: Superhero

McKnight pours his heart out masterfully on this self-written and produced track and it went on to secure two Grammy nominations.

03) ANYTIME

From the Album: Anytime

Released as the second single, this song earned McKnight a Grammy nomination. While it wasn’t a major success on the charts, it remains one of his standout songs in his repertoire.

02) ONE LAST CRY

From the Album: Brian McKnight

This song was McKnight's original breakout hit peaking at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100’s chart. Due to it’s impact and meaningful lyric the song has since been covered by many artists across the world.

01) BACK AT ONE

From the Album: Back at One

This Gold-selling single earned McKnight a Grammy nomination and further solidified his legendary career. Becoming the highest charting solo single of his career peaking at No. 2.

 

HONORABLE MENTION:

“Never Felt This Way”

“Still In Love”

“What I’ve Been Waiting For”

“Everytime You Go Away”

"Grown Man Business"

"Nobody"



Jaheim's Top 10 Best Songs - RnBJunkieOfficial

In honor of R&B vet JAHEIM birthday, @RnBJunkieOfficial take a look back at the Grammy nominated Singer-songwriter top 10 standout songs. The songs span over his seven studio albums, so without further ado, we present, Jaheim's Top 10 Best Songs:

10 THE CHOSEN ONE

An underrated gem from Jaheim’s third album Ghetto Classics which declares his belief and desire to love just one woman.

09 BACKTIGHT

One of the standout songs from Jaheim’s sophomore album Still Ghetto, that showcases his vulnerability and trying to be reacquired with a past love.

08 AIN’T LEAVIN’ WITHOUT YOU

Released as the lead single from Jaheim’s Grammy-nominated fifth album Another Round and produced by Kay Gee of Naughty by Nature. This song utilizes a sample of De La Soul’s “Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)”.

07 ANYTHING (FEATURING NEXT)

A timeless R&B love song which features Next and co-written by RL. This song was released as the third single from his debut album Ghetto Love.

06 REMARKABLE (FEATURING TERRY DEXTER)

A remarkable duet with Terry Dexter from the Ghetto Love album and while not released as a single, this song has held up nicely in his repertoire.

05 PUT THAT WOMAN FIRST

Jaheim’s highest-charting hit on Billboard’s Hot 100 to date. The second single from his sophomore album Still Ghetto and samples William Bell’s 1968 hit, “I Forgot to Be Your Lover”.

04 AGE AIN’T A FACTOR

The lead single from Jaheim’s sixth album Appreciation Day which speaks on women aging gracefully and getting better with time.

03 I’VE CHANGED (FEATURING KEYSHIA COLE)

From Jaheim’s fourth album The Makings of a Man and released as the third single and features R&B star Keyshia Cole. Atlantic Starr’s “Let’s Get Close” is sampled.

02 JUST IN CASE

Jaheim’s breakthrough song in the mainstream from his debut album Ghetto Love. Issued as the second single, this powerful song was written by RL of the R&B group Next.

01 FINDING MY WAY BACK

Released as the second single from Jaheim’s fifth album Another Round, this song earned him two Grammy nominations. Produced by Carvin & Ivan and written by then rising R&B sensation Miguel.

HONORABLE MENTION:

Let’s Stay Together (featuring Ledisi)

Struggle Love

Back In My Arms

Tight Jeans

Masterpiece

Shanice's Top 10 Best Songs - RnBJunkieOfficial

Grammy nominated R&B powerhouse SHANICE has released five studio albums and RnBJunkieOfficial showcases her best songs in the latest edition of Top 10 Best Songs, plus honorable mention songs.

 

10 I’M CRYIN’

From the Album: Inner Child

Produced by Narada M Walden, this ballad showcases Shanice’s great range of vocal power, range and aerobics.

09 LOVIN’ YOU

From the Album: Inner Child

A remarkable remake of Minnie Riperton’s 1975 classic.

08 THE WAY YOU LOVE ME

From the Album: Discovery

A standout ballad produced by Shanice's earlier producer Bryan Loren.

07 YESTERDAY

From the Album: Shanice

Issued as the second single from Shanice’s self-titled fourth album, this timeless ballad was co-written by Shanice and producer Jamey Jaz.

06 TURN DOWN THE LIGHTS

From the Album: 21... Ways to Grow

This song was released as the second single from Shanice's third album and marked a progression for her sonically into the Adult Contemporary world.

05 THIS TIME FT. KIARA

From the Album: To Change and/or Make a Difference

A duet between Shanice and duo Kiara, this single peaked at No. 2 on the R&B charts making it her first top 5 hit on that chart.

04 WHEN I CLOSE MY EYES

From the Album: Shanice

Described as the comeback single for Shanice in terms of mainstream impact. Peaking at No. 12 on the Hot 100 singles chart and No. 4 on the R&B chart.

03 IT’S FOR YOU

From the Album: The Meteor Man Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

One of Shanice’s standout bouncy, upbeat, dance songs.

02 SILENT PRAYER FT. JOHNNY GILL

From the Album: Inner Child

This dynamic duet with Johnny Gill became a top 5 R&B hit. This standout showcases Shanice’s versatility as a vocalist.

01 I LOVE YOUR SMILE

From the Album: Inner Child

A #1 worldwide smash that truly put Shanice on the map and made her a powerhouse. Co-written by Shanice and legendary producer Narada M. Walden. The song was recently sampled in R&B superstar Chris Brown's hit "Undecided".

HONORABLE MENTION:

Don’t Wanna Love You from Boomerang Soundtrack

Saving Forever for You from Beverly Hills 90210 Soundtrack
Fly Away

Every Woman Dreams

I Wish

Ain’t Got No Remedy

No ½ Steppin’

Keep Your Inner Child Alive (Interlude)

(Baby Tell Me) Can You Dance

Tamia’s Top 10 Best Songs - RnBJunkieOfficial

In honor of Grammy nominated R&B recording artist TAMIA birthday @RnBJunkieOfficial do her the honor of featuring her in our latest edition of Top 10 Best Songs. With seven albums, six Grammy-nominations and multiple hits, Tamia has proven herself as one of the constant fixtures in R&B music. As a disclaimer, in our top ten selections we stuck with singles, but also noted several honorable mentions and deep album cuts.

Here are Tamia’s Top 10 Best Songs… Presented by RnBJunkieOfficial

10 LEAVE IT SMOKIN'

From the Album: Passion Like Fire

This 90’s inspired Salaam Remi-produced song is the lead single from Tamia’s upcoming album and has been enjoying a great amount of impact on the R&B charts, Urban AC No. 2 and R&B No. 16 respectively.  

09 YOU PUT A MOVE ON MY HEART

From the Album: Tamia

Legendary record producer Quincy Jones introduced us to Tamia with this song. Originally recorded by British singer Mica Paris. It was Tamia’s version that would become a commercial success, secured her a Grammy nomination and showcased her powerful voice.

08 BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE

From the Album: Beautiful Surprise

This upbeat feelgood Salaam Remi-produced song was released as the lead single from the album of the same name. Tamia also received a Grammy nomination for this song.

07 STUCK WITH ME

From the Album: Love Life

An infectious groove produced by Polow da Don. This standout song was released as the second single.

06 ALMOST

From the Album: Between Friends

Chosen as the third and final single, Tamia’s longtime collaborator Shep Crawford produced this mid-tempo R&B jam.

05 SPEND MY LIFE WITH YOU (DUET WITH ERIC BENET)

From the Album: A Day in the Life

In 1999, Tamia and Eric Benet teamed up to record what is easily one of the greatest wedding songs of our time. This timeless ballad became a No. 1 R&B hit and secured them both a Grammy nomination.

04 OFFICIALLY MISSING YOU

From the Album: More

Released as the lead single, this standout song displays Tamia’s versatility as an artist with it’s acoustic style relying on acoustic guitar with her vocals prominently showcased.

03 STILL

From the Album: More

This standout song was released as the fourth and final single from Tamia’s third album. Subsequently, she re-recorded the song for her fifth album, Beautiful Surprise with a new arrangement and production.

02 SO INTO YOU

From the Album: Tamia

Produced by Tim & Bob, this was Tamia’s original breakout song in the Summer of 1998. Peaking at No. 7 on the R&B chart. The song has since been remade by Tamia herself and rapper Fabolous retitled “Into You” and more recent Childish Gambino covered it for Triple J’s Like a Version.

01 STRANGER IN MY HOUSE

From the Album: A Nu Day

Tamia’s breakthrough hit peaking in the top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100’s and a top 5 R&B hit. This song was produced by her frequent collaborator Shep Crawford and further solidified her status proving herself to be a powerhouse vocalist.

HONORABLE MENTION:

"Imagination"
“Questions”

“Can’t Get Enough”

“Tell Me Who”

“Slow Jams” (Featuring Quincy Jones, Babyface, Portrait & Barry White)

“Loving You Still”

“Love Falls Over Me”

HONORABLE MENTION ALBUM CUTS:

“Never Gonna Let You Go”

“Love Me In A Special Way”

“Long Distance Love”

“Too Grown”

“Dear John”

“Chaise Lounge"
"Poetry"

LeToya Luckett's Top 10 Best Songs ...Presented by RnBJunkieOfficial

Grammy Award-winning Singer-songwriter and Actress LETOYA LUCKETT once a member of the multi-platinum selling group Destiny's Child debut her solo album in 2006 simply LeToya, which topped the Billboard 200 and quickly earned Platinum status. Since then she has released two subsequent albums Lady Love and Back 2 Life and has stepped into the world of acting. RnBJunkieOfficial, do her the honor of presenting her Top 10 Best Songs.

10 MY LOVE

From the Album: Back 2 Life

Produced by Warryn Campbell, this enjoyable mid-tempo track finds LeToya giving appreciation for the love of her life and pledging not to "give anybody else my love."

09 SO SPECIAL

From the Album: LeToya

A catchy feel-good cut from LeToya’s debut declaring if you "got a good man, make it official."

08 OVER

From the Album: Lady Love

One of the standout cuts from LeToya’s sophomore album, co-written and produced by none other than Tank, the singer warns her significant other about what happens if his fidelity ever come into question.

07 GREY (FEATURING LUDACRIS)

From the Album: Back 2 Life

On this addictive cut, LeToya reunites with rapper Ludacris and express love uncertainties and directions relationships can take.

06 DRAINED

From the Album: Lady Love

Turning the table and instead of singing about her own broken heart, she sings of breaking her significant others heart and draining him.

05 TEARS

From the Album: Lady Love


LeToya puts her vulnerability on display on this standout cut expressing "I don't know what have you got in you. Makes me emotional. What is it that you do that brings me the tears."

04 SHE DON’T

From the Album: LeToya

Released as the second single from LeToya’s debut album and samples The Spinner's classic "We Belong Together", this Walter Milsap and Candice Nelson penned song became a top 20 R&B hit.

03 IN THE NAME

From the Album: Back 2 Life

One of the standout cuts from LeToya’s third album and produced by Warryn Campbell. The song is a great example of the singer’s return to form.

02 REGRET (FEATURING LUDACRIS)

From the Album: Lady Love

Co-written and produced by Tank, this song was released as the third single from LeToya’s sophomore album. Paired with Ludacris and becoming a top 10 R&B hit.

01 TORN

From the Album: LeToya

LeToya’s debut single from her debut album as a solo artist which uses a sample from The Stylistic’s “You Are Everything” and finds the singer in a one-sided relationship. The song went on to become a top 5 R&B hit peaking at No. 2.

HONARABLE MENTION

-Obvious
-I Need A U
-Show Me
-World’s Apart
-This Song