Elevate Your Thanksgiving Festivities with the Best R&B Playlist
Nowadays, Thanksgiving seems to be all about how much food you can eat while waiting around for Black Friday.
Well, after you stuff your face with turkey, chicken and/or beef with rice, mac & cheese, sweet potatoes, collard greens, and more, and while you’re lying around with your pants unbuttoned or your feet up, make sure you give thanks for your loved ones and more.
If you need inspiration to carry out your “thank yous” then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together a terrific playlist that will make you feel, well, thankful, making it easier for you to transfer that energy to your loved ones.
Let’s eat, sleep, and most importantly, be thankful this year. Happy Thanksgiving!
BTW… If you feel like getting up and shaking your tail feather a little… We will also help you burn some of those calories you just stuffed down your throat :-).
- Stevie Wonder – I Just Called To Say I Love You
- Stevie Wonder – I Just Called To Say I Love You
- No text, no email! If you can’t visit your loved ones, then pick up the phone and give them a call and say ” I Just Called To Say I Love You.”
Sister Sledge – We Are Family
“We Are Family” exemplifies the unity and togetherness within a family.
Dido – Thank You
Even during tough times, there are many things to be thankful for! Use Dido’s classic hit “Thank You” as your guide!
Kindred The Family Soul – A Couple Friends
In “A Couple Friends,” power couple Kindred The Family Soul sing about the realness of any relationship; the hardships which make them stronger. Married for almost 20 years and having raised six children, Fatin and Aja should know a thing or two about having a successful marriage and being a couple who are also friends and partners.
Boyz II Men – Thank You
This song may be about a lover, but anyone can use these lyrics to show appreciation, even with family. Plus, this is groovy, so as you hug your loved ones, do a little 2-step to this!
Estelle – Thank You
“Thank You” is a heartwarming and soul quenching ballad about a past lover. The point here is that hurt can happen in any style of relationships, whether the other person is a lover, friend or family member. The key is to be thankful and remember the great times.
Ella Fitzgerald – Thanks for the Memory
“Thanks for the Memory” is a breakup record, but this song inspires hope as it deflects heartbreak. Sometimes situations don’t last, so you must always appreciate the memories.
Natalie Cole – Be Thankful
“Be thankful of all you got.”
“Be Thankful” is a groovy, gospel-tinged record from veteran singer Natalie Cole about appreciating the things in your life. It will lift any Thanksgiving celebration.
Louis Armstrong – What a Wonderful World
Think to yourself!
Louis Armstrong sings this beautiful ode to the world and all the wonderful things you may see if you simply open your eyes. “What a Wonderful World” is a perfect song for helping give thanks during the holidays.
Amber Bullock – Thank You Lord
Sunday’s Best winner Amer Bullock inspires hope in her single “Thank You Lord.” We can always get to the good if we can overlook the bad.
(Bonus) Bob Marley – One Love
The late Bob Marley’s music fits into any genre! His songs are uplifting, inspiring and inspirational. “One Love” is one of his many records that can be used as a pickup in any situation. “Let’s get together and feel alright”
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