You may have noticed that I have switched up the amazing selections featured above in SEXYBLACK'S RANDOM ACTS. Last time I just threw it up there. I'm sure some of you may have been wondering what you were listening to. This time, I'ma break it down for you:
- Something by Musiq Soulchild -- This is a beautiful rendition of the Beatles track by the same name. I love the purity of the original but the smoothness of Musiq's take on it gets me everytime.
- River by Herbie Hancock and Corinne Bailey Rae -- This is a wonderful Joni Mitchell remake taken from the multi-Grammy winning project by Herbie Hancock where he re-interpreted several Joni Mitchell songs. Joni's lyrics are timeless, and Corinne's delivery is sweet and just right.
- Back In The Day by Wayne Brady -- Yes, that Wayne Brady. Two years ago, Wayne Brady surprised us with an amazing R&B album, it was in my top 10 of the year. This song is a fun throw back to the 30 somethings out there. He actually says "Thundercats, HO!" on this track!
- Keep On by R.L. (from Next) -- It almost seems like R.L. has a new joint on the web every week. They are all really good, this guy needs a solo deal like yesterday. On the news front, there have been several new Next songs leaked lately. Look out for a rebirth.
- For You by R. Kelly -- This joint is a throwback to R.'s 2nd and probably best album, 12 Play. This is one of my favorites.
- Sensitivity by Ralph Tresvant -- Those who knew me in high school, know that this was my signature song. Some even called me Mr. Sensitivity, for all the good reasons, not the bad ones. Ralph Tresvant's first solo foray away from New Edition was his best. The smoothness of this song became how I fashioned myself, and the kind of gentleman I wanted to be.
- If I Were You by Tamia -- This is an amazing song that showed up on a movie soundtrack a couple years ago. Tamia shines as usual while warning a potential lover to stay away from her damaged heart. Whenever she sings you can feel what she's singing, that's what I love about her.
- Her Heart by Anthony Hamilton -- This tender ballad from Anthony's most recent release, The Point of It All, speaks of the kind of forever love that will stick by you, through whatever may come. "Her Heart won't let me leave her." I dare you not to feel this one.
- Open Arms by Boyz II Men -- Boyz II Men returned late last year with Love, an album of remade love songs. This is a classic love song that got the Boyz II Men treatment. Although this track is amazing, it's not even the best of them. I may post a few more later on.
- SEXYBLACK
P.S.: There is a tiny pause button in the upper right hand corner of the player so you can turn it off anytime.
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