200 Songs Recorded By Black Musicians With The Most Spotify Streams
Let me tell y’all something. If there’s one thing Black folks gon’ do, it’s make music that moves the world. Black musicians have dropped hits that defined decades, from the church pews and dusty basements of the Midwest to the block parties of Queens and the sunshine grooves of Cali. Whether you’re a Gen Xer who grew up recording songs...Continue Reading
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100+ Songs With A Billion-Plus Spotify Streams Recorded By LGBTQ Musicians
Streaming changed the game. No more gatekeeping from radio DJs or needing MTV’s stamp of approval. Today, a hit can come from TikTok, a viral moment, or the simple fact that the music slaps. And for LGBTQ musicians? This new era has been revolutionary. The digital age has made it way more possible for queer folks to break records, cross...Continue Reading
10 Signs You’re Finally Ready For A New Love
Let’s be clear: love ain’t some magic cure for your broken heart or your boredom. Real love—the kind that sees you, chooses you, and grows with you—needs a solid foundation to stand on. You can’t expect it to bloom if you’re still tangled in the weeds of your last situation. And I mean really untangled—mind, heart, and spirit. Otherwise, you’re...Continue Reading
12 Types Of Love Most Gay/Queer People Experience In Their Lives
Let me tell you something right quick: Love is a shape-shifter. Shows up in different outfits and walks in through unexpected doors, sometimes uninvited, sometimes overdue. For us gay, lesbian, and queer folks, love can be incredibly layered. It’s political, personal, spiritual—it’s not just about who you hold at night; it’s about who you are when nobody’s watching. And look,...Continue Reading
SUPER SOUL SUNDAY: “Pops & Uncles Old School Favorites Vol. 1” by Upper Hand Keem
We come together on The G-Listed every Sunday for a soulful tradition called Super Soul Sunday. It’s a celebration of music that moves the spirit and sets the tone for whatever the week might bring. Each week, I share a curated mixtape of house, soul, R&B, neo-soul, hip-hop, jazz, lo-fi, city pop, gospel, amapiano, or afrobeat—sounds that resonate as the...Continue Reading
SUPER SOUL SUNDAY: “City Mountain View Studio | Neo Soul Lofi Upbeat Mix” by CraftCozy Room
We come together on The G-Listed every Sunday for a soulful tradition called Super Soul Sunday. It’s a celebration of music that moves the spirit and sets the tone for whatever the week might bring. Each week, I share a curated mixtape of house, soul, R&B, neo-soul, hip-hop, jazz, lo-fi, city pop, gospel, amapiano, or afrobeat—sounds that resonate as the...Continue Reading
10 Most Iconic Rappers From Chicago
Chicago, a lively city nestled beside Lake Michigan, has a vibrant rap scene that has produced numerous talented artists. From its early beginnings in the 1980s, Chicago rap has evolved from a niche genre to a powerhouse in the music industry, with many notable figures rising to national and international fame. In this article, we will explore the top 10...Continue Reading
10 Most Iconic R&B/Soul Music Groups of the 2000s
Back in the 2000s, R&B and soul music weren’t just genres—they were the heartbeat of the culture. Whether you were cleaning the crib on Saturday mornings, getting dressed for the club, or stuck on somebody you had no business falling for, the soundtrack was always on point. That decade blessed us with harmonies so tight they gave you goosebumps, lyrics...Continue Reading
Unpack Your Baggage: A Guide to Fresh Starts for LGBTQ Friendships and Relationships
Life is full of opportunities to connect, grow, and build something fresh—especially when it comes to friendships and relationships. But let’s keep it real: we can’t fully step into these opportunities if we’re dragging old baggage along. For LGBTQ folks, this can be especially challenging. We’ve all been hurt, misunderstood, or let down in the past, but if we carry...Continue Reading
10 Most Iconic R&B/Soul Music Groups of the 1990s
Let’s keep it a buck: the 1990s was a golden era for R&B and soul music. From the streets of Atlanta to the clubs of New York, from BET’s “Video Soul” to the soundtracks of our first heartbreaks, that decade served vocals, harmony, fashion, and feelings in a way no other era quite has. These weren’t just background tracks for...Continue Reading