Genres: R&B: Classic R&B

Dance the night away with these classic R&B and pop hits of the '80s, '90s and early '00s.

The kids are in bed and the wine is open; time for grown folks to do what grown folks do.

The R&B landscape of the '90s was filled with artists with a chill musical sensibility and a playful style. Dance your way into your clothes and into a great mood.

These Top 40 pop and R&B singles from the '80s and '90s are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Throw a party for your friends and family and let these hit songs set a happy summertime mood.

Sassy, sexy and soulful, these are the essential anthems by the all-female R&B groups that dominated the '90s pop charts. Scrubs are, naturally, not welcome.

Let the cool breezes of these laid-back R&B classics put you in a place where stress evaporates on contact and you drift off into an otherworldly plane of sweet soul music from every era.

Pioneered by Teddy Rliey during the late 80's and early 90's, New Jack Swing took R&B and spent it on its head with a fresh, funky, & edgy energy. Soundtrack your non-stop dance sessions with these tracks from the era's most notable Jacks and Jills. MychaelKnight.com

Explore the laid-back, late-night side of Philadelphia's sophisticated soul sounds from the '60s and '70s, when the style's bigger-than-life hooks were set to a lush but low-key vibe.

This playlist tells the story of the King of Pop as it plays out on the dancefloor -- from his closest contemporaries in the late '70s disco scene to those who follow, bravely, in his mesmerizing footsteps.

A collection of r&b, pop, and hip hop classics -- including some forgotten gems -- from the '70s, '80s and '90s. Guaranteed to get any party moving.

Songs written, performed, covered, and influenced by "The King of Rock 'N Soul."

Nothing sets the mood like a slow and soulful R&B ballad. From Anita Baker to Jill Scott, from Marvin to Prince, these are the most potent slow jams from throughout the years.

As its new, diverse, and endlessly exciting sounds drew inspiration from across the musical spectrum, R&B came to define American mainstream music in the '90s. Here are the key tracks from R&B's most vital decade.

The best in romantic soul and R&B, from the Motown era through the quiet storm years to today's neo-soul superstars. Turn out the lights... or don't.

Whether you're in love, excited for a big breakfast, or just happy to be alive, you woke up with a smile on your face and plan on keeping it. Let these feel-good songs from the '60s and '70s be your morning soundtrack.

Listen to essential songs recorded by and featuring Rick James as well as his greatest influences, contemporaries, and followers.

Even if it's for the best, nothing hurts quite like a break-up. Spending time with these melancholy and soulful R&B ballads will soothe your pain.

R&B hits from the rich history of premier hip hop label Bad Boy Records, started by Sean "Diddy" Combs in 1993. http://www.badboyonline.com

New Jack Swing defined the urban music scene as the '80s became the '90s and R&B met hip-hop. Rediscover this era of sweet harmonies with a hint of swagger and unlimited style.

The genius of Stevie Wonder is incontrovertible; his vibrant, ambitious songs are some of the most iconic ever. This playlist features his solo recordings, duets, and guest appearances, plus songs he wrote for others and the best covers of his originals.

Luther Vandross was undeniably one of the most significant vocalists of our time. Listen to the songs of Luther Vandross, his contemporaries, and other artists he influenced. http://luthervandross.com

'80-'87 Prince, Prince's side projects and protégés, and Prince's influences and like-minded contemporaries at their most Prince-esque, all swirled in a dirty electro-funky grind and insert double entendre here. Purple.

UK sophisti-pop featuring either glossy '80s-style production or an overt American soul and jazz influence.

Whether it's a diva calling for some rhymes to spark up a remix or a hip-hopper adding some old-school sweetness to a bangin' track, these are the most authentic cross-genre collaborations ever recorded.

Listen to songs produced by and featuring one of hip hop's most successful music moguls: Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Nothing gets you through even the toughest mornings like these feel-good, contemporary hip hop and R&B jams. Face the day with soul and power!

You may not fill out a bikini like Mariah, or sport a six pack like LL, but none of that matters when you're partying to these classic hits on a hot summer day by the pool.

Relax and unwind with these smooth soul and R&B songs, hand-selected by music aficionado, and NBA star, Baron Davis.

Enjoy a soulful strut down the city streets with this collection of sassy R&B and funk songs from some bold and spirited women.

Entertain your guests with this collection of old school R&B, Motown, and soul, featuring the biggest names on the scene in the 1960s and '70s.

Hip hop and R&B cuts from the most iconic films of '90s black cinema.