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- Skip Marley feat. H.E.R., “Slow Down” You never know what’s missing until it’s there in front of you. Case in point: the inspired pairing of Skip Marley and H.E.R.
- Ledisi, “Anything for You” Soul powerhouse Ledisi returned after a nearly three-year hiatus to release “Anything for You” — a soothing ballad about the power of love — right when the world needed it most.
- Usher feat. Ella Mai, “Don’t Waste My Time” On this irresistible, generation-spanning team-up, Usher and Ella Mai play it like KC & the Sunshine Band used to way back in the day: Do a little dance, make a little love, get down tonight.
- Kem, “Lie to Me” “You’re listening to Love 101/ From the top of the world,” announces Kem on the funky bass-and-brass first single from his fifth Motown album, Love Always Wins.
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- Bryson Tiller. 315 votes. Emerging with a fresh sound in the early 2020s, Bryson Tiller quickly captivated fans with his fusion of moody R&B and energetic hip-hop.
- SZA. 361 votes. SZA's dreamy voice and poetic lyricism have enchanted listeners since her debut, garnering her widespread critical acclaim and numerous accolades.
- Jhené Aiko. 302 votes. Boasting ethereal vocals and a penchant for exploring complex themes, Jhené Aiko has established herself as a true visionary in the world of R&B.
- Summer Walker. 285 votes. Summer Walker emerged on the scene with an undeniable magnetism and soulful voice that instantly resonated with fans. Her debut album, Over It, became a commercial success, catapulting her to the forefront of the R&B genre.
- Jhené Aiko, Chilombo. Since her mid-’10s breakthrough, Jhené Aiko has proved a major force in popular R&B’s shift towards nocturnal vibes, hushed sonics and both physically and emotionally intimate lyrics, even as her mainstream recognition at times remained relatively muted.
- Kehlani, It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. Kehlani delves into love’s inner workings on her sophomore album, It Was Good Until It Wasn’t, featuring compatriots Jhené Aiko, Masego, Lucky Daye and James Blake.
- Teyana Taylor, The Album. Teyana Taylor hits the bullseye with the straight-shooting modern soul showcased on The Album, a Juneteenth release that marked first top 10 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, while also bowing at No. 1 on Top R&B Albums.
- Summer Walker, Life on Earth EP. As with her 2019 debut album, Over It, Summer Walker’s Life on Earth EP reaffirms the Atlanta singer-songwriter’s propensity for autobiographical songs which take on the complexities of love — both toward others and herself.
- SAULT - Untitled (Rise) September 18, 2020. Neo-Soul, Funk. 90 8 reviews. Music. Spotify.
- SAULT - Untitled (Black Is) June 19, 2020. Neo-Soul. 88 7 reviews. Music. Spotify.
- Rina Sawayama - SAWAYAMA. April 17, 2020. Dance-Pop, Electropop, Contemporary R&B. 85 25 reviews. Music. Spotify.
- The James Hunter Six - Nick of Time. March 6, 2020. Blue-Eyed Soul. 83 7 reviews. Music. Spotify.
Nov 6, 2020 · Turn down the lights and get ready to totally chill out, because your favourite R&B artists have set the smoothest of vibes for 2020. Enjoy the delicate tones of Jhené Aiko, H.E.R. and Summer...
Aug 11, 2023 · 277 voters. Update: Follow Ranker's official New R&B 2020 playlist on Spotify! Slow it down with the best R&B songs of 2020. From smooth tracks to bedroom music, these new 2020 R&B songs feature popular artists who consistently dominate the R&B charts, like Alicia Keys, John Legend, and Khalid.
