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10 R&B Songs For Your Valentine's Day Playlist

Love is in the air and streaming.

Today is Valentine's Day, and for many, it’s an opportunity to do something special for a significant other. For others though, it’s a reminder that a special someone may still be out there.

Regardless, there’s been plenty of music recorded over the years that celebrates love and the possibilities it provides. And whether you’re looking for some tunes to just enjoy during the holiday or a little something to pop on to end it the right way, we’ve put together 10 selections that are perfect to listen to on Valentine’s Day.

Check out the list below (laid out in no particular order).

  • John Legend: “All Of Me”

    In interviews, John Legend has said “All Of Me”, which happens to be one of his most successful songs ever, was inspired by his passionate love for his wife Chrissy Teigen. Sounds like the perfect inspiration for everyone, in our opinion.

  • Boyz II Men: “I'll Make Love To You”

    Need ideas to finish off your Valentine’s Day the right way? Use this song as your guide.

  • Mariah Carey: “We Belong Together”

    Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to look back at your past love life, and “We Belong Together” is an anthem for anyone looking to fight for something that once was.

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  • Brian McKnight: “The Only One For Me”

    Classic love song. Plain and simple.

  • Musiq Soulchild: “Love”

    Musiq Soulchild’s “Love” is kind of how we all feel: finding love is quite a risk, but once it’s found, the feeling is completely worth it and will hopefully stick around forever.

  • Mary J. Blige: “Real Love”

    In classic Mary J fashion, songwriting once again comes in strong with “Real Love”, which describes how a past lover wasn’t the one, but they’re also not a deterrent for finding the person of destiny.

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  • Janet Jackson: “That’s The Way Love Goes”

    This one, which shows off the legendary singer’s sexier side, is all about getting down with the one you love. How perfect for a day like today.

  • Anita Baker: “Sweet Love”

    If there were ever a song to describe how falling in love feels, this would be the one.

  • Usher: “U Got It Bad”

    It’s nearly impossible to not sing along to this one – just as long as you don’t have it bad for that ex you’re considering calling or texting today just because you’re lonely.

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  • Ciara: “Body Party:

    This one’s for those looking to skip the games and get down to business.

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