For the Girls: February 2024
Wade Minter
February 15, 2024
This is the February 2024 playlist for the girls.
The Songs
"Cult of Personality" - Living Colour (Vivid, 1988)
A sharp rap-rock crossover built around a hard riff and a big, anthemic chorus.
"Ready or Not" - Fugees (The Score (Expanded Edition), 1996)
A moody East Coast hip-hop track that rides a tense sample and a strong hook.
"Jump (For My Love)" - The Pointer Sisters (The Best of the Pointer Sisters, 1984)
Bright, handclap-driven pop with a cheerful, sing-along feel.
"Street Talkin' (feat. Outkast)" - Slick Rick (The Art of Storytelling, 1998)
A playful posse cut that pairs old-school storytelling with Southern rap energy.
"Put Your Records On" - Corinne Bailey Rae (Corinne Bailey Rae, 2006)
A warm, acoustic soul song with an easygoing, reassuring touch.
"Motownphilly" - Boyz II Men (CooleyHighHarmony (Bonus Track Version), 1991)
A polished New Jack Swing-era hit with rich harmonies and a classic early-'90s sound.
"Hello" - Lionel Richie (20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Lionel Richie, 1983)
A smooth, romantic ballad that helped define Lionel Richie’s solo run.
"Tightrope (feat. Big Boi)" - Janelle Monáe (The ArchAndroid, 2010)
An art-pop track that blends futuristic production with a tight guest verse.
"Give up the Funk (Tear the Roof Off the Sucker)" - Parliament (Mothership Connection, 1975)
A signature funk workout with a deep groove and a call-and-response hook.
"Get Ur Freak On (LP Version)" - Missy Elliott (Miss E...So Addictive, 2001)
A punchy Missy Elliott track built on a clipped beat and a distinctive synth pulse.
"Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe" - Barry White (Can't Get Enough, 1974)
A slow, lush soul ballad known for its deep vocals and enduring radio presence.
"Bustin' Loose" - Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers (Bustin' Loose, 1979)
A Washington, D.C. go-go staple with a live-band swing and a long dance-floor groove.
Genres
Rock
Hip-Hop/Rap
Pop
Soul
R&B/Soul
Funk
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