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Great R&B/Soul Vol. 2 (E-M)
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BaduizmBaduizm by Erykah Badu
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Erykah mixes jazz, soul and some hip-hop for a very unique sound. Features "On and On," "Appletree," "Other Side of the Game," "Sometimes," and "Certainly.
Mama's GunMama's Gun by Erykah Badu
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Erykah Badu's second album is among the best neo-soul albums I've heard. with "Didn't Cha Know," "My Life," "...And On," "Cleva" and "Bag Lady" featured.
Worldwide UndergroundWorldwide Underground by Erykah Badu
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This EP has more of a soul and hip-hop flavour and features some of my favourite Erykah Badu songs. I love "I Want You," "Woo," "Danger," and "Think Twice." But the other songs are great as well.
Ginuwine... The BachelorGinuwine... The Bachelor by Ginuwine
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This is arguably the best R&B album I have ever heard. I love Timbaland's creative soulful sound that makes each song so unique. You're really missing out if you haven't heard "Pony," "Holler," "Only When Ur Lonely," my favourite "I'll Do Anything/I'm Sorry," "World Is So Cold," and "When Doves Cry."
100% Ginuwine100% Ginuwine by Ginuwine
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Ginuwine's second great album is even more experimental than "The Bachelor" and features a Spanish influence . It has more slow and romantic tracks than "The Bachelor." Highlights are:"So Anxious," None Of Ur Friend's Business," "Wait a Minute,"Do You Remember," "I'm Crying Out," "Two Sides To A Story" and more.
Son of PainSon of Pain by Governor
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An exceptional soulful voice and unique style of Hip-Hop Blues. "Blood, Sweat, and Tears," "Out of My Hands," and "Never Wanna Leave" are incredible. One of the best soul albums of the last few years!
Denials Delusions and DecisionsDenials Delusions and Decisions by Jaguar Wright
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An amazing album with more emphasis on soul than neo. Jaguar has a very powerful voice and great writting ability. Much of the production of this album is by members of The Roots. My favourites are "The What Ifs," "Same Sh, Different Day," "I Don't Know," "2 Too Many," and "Lineage."
Ghetto LoveGhetto Love by Jaheim
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One of my favourite albums. Jaheim's first album goes though several styles from soul to contemporary R&B to rap while consistently maintaining a hip-hop feel.
Still GhettoStill Ghetto by Jaheim
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This album reveals that Jaheim has the best voice in contemporary R&B. Rather than experiment with different styles he sticks to his unique blend of classic soul, hip-hop and R&B here.
Ghetto ClassicsGhetto Classics by Jaheim
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Slighty softer and more mainstream than his previous albums, but still full of that soulful style unique to Jaheim with "The Chosen One," "Everytime I Think About Her," "Like A DJ," and "125th."
Diary of a Mad BandDiary of a Mad Band by Jodeci
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Arguably their best, Jodeci adopted the Hip-Hop Soul sound with this album. There is a mix of great slow songs that never get old ("Cry for You"), and unique faster songs ("In the Meanwhile").
The Show, The After Party, The HotelThe Show, The After Party, The Hotel by Jodeci
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Jodeci's last album is their best. This experimental album (Timbaland and Missy Elliott are involved) has a great flow and feel to it . "S-More," "Freek N' You," and "Get on Up" are classics.
Get LiftedGet Lifted by John Legend
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John Legend and Kanye West have created a unique sound in modern soul with this album. The best songs include "I Can Change," "Ordinary People," "So High," and "It Don't Have to Change."
Once AgainOnce Again by John Legend
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An amazing album with a unique sound drawn from a variety of music including jazz, blues, soul, and rock. My favourites are "Heaven," "Each Day Gets Better," "Slow Dance," and "Coming Home."
KaleidoscopeKaleidoscope by Kelis
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A very creative album with an electronic soul sound. All production is done by the Neptunes. A few of the great tracks are: "Good Stuff," "Caught Out There," "Get Along With You," "Game Show," "Suspended," "No Turning Back," and "Roller-Rink."
The Miseducation of Lauryn HillThe Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hill
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This is a unique album with a wide variety of musical influence. There are Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Spanish, Reggae, and Gospel styled tracks. All have excellent lyrics. Includes "To Zion," "Doo Wop (That Thing)," "When It Hurts So Bad," "Every Ghetto, Every City," and "Can't Take My Eyes Off You."
A Change Is Gonna ComeA Change Is Gonna Come by Leela James
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An amazingly soulful album, with a timeless yet modern sound. It's one of the best soul albums in years with production by Wyclef Jean, Raphael Saadiq, Kanye West, James Poyser, and Commissioner Gordon. Best tracks include "Music," "Ghetto," "My Joy," "Didn't I," and "Long Time Coming,"... actually just about everything on the album!
Stranger on EarthStranger on Earth by Lina
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An incredibly creative album which combines classic soul samples, hip-hop and some futuristic sounds for an impressive soulful result. Lina's style is almost like a mix between Aaliyah and Erykah Badu.
Lucy PearlLucy Pearl by Lucy Pearl
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Raphael Saadiq(Tony Toni Tone), Dawn Robinson (En Vogue), and Ali Shaheed Muhammad (A Tribe Called Quest) have put together an impressive album full of soul, fun, and creativity. Features great tracks such as: "Dance Tonight," "Lala," "Good Love," "Don't Mess With My Man," "Remember The Times," "You" and more.
Lyfe 268-192Lyfe 268-192 by Lyfe Jennings
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Lyfe Jennings combines R&B and Soul in this amazing album. It has a very acoustic sound to it. A few of the standout tracks are: "Must Be Nice,"Greedy," "26 Years, 17 Days," "My Life," and "Let's Do This Right."
The PhoenixThe Phoenix by Lyfe Jennings
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Lyfe's second album is more creative than his first, and mixes some gospel and hip-hop into the tracks. My favourites are: "Goodbye," "Ghetto Superman," "Down Here Up There," "The River," "Radio," and "Keep Ya Head Up."
Rebel Soul MusicRebel Soul Music by Martin Luther
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This member of the Root's impressive album is a mixture of neo soul, rock, and funk. My favourites include: "Daily Bread," "Home," "Rise," Sleepwalking," Rebel Soul Music," and "NYCG."
Maxwell's Urban Hang SuiteMaxwell's Urban Hang Suite by Maxwell
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EmbryaEmbrya by Maxwell
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NowNow by Maxwell
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