This week's R&B Season playlist update has a couple of new singles, a few new projects, and a whole lot of soul. Moreover, our first update of May is helping us say goodbye to spring and usher in a hot and exciting summer for new music. Leading the way is the latest single from Brent Faiyaz, who worked with Marshmello to bring us the wavy "Fell In Love." Over plucky bass, breezy vocal harmonies, and a more electronic feel by way of the EDM star's contributions, Brent shines as a crooner and storyteller. It might be a short track, but it's deliciously sweet in its run.
Next up is R&B legend Omarion, who just dropped his latest album Full Circle: Sonic Book 1. Of course, the project has plenty of highlights, be it the similarly sweet "Candy" or the Riley-assisted "Waiting." However, we decided to highlight "Girls," an infectiously funky and fun-loving track. Not only does the star soothe listeners with his melodies and vocal tone, but he also amps it up throughout the cut as well. It just goes to show his versatility and ability to showcase many different lanes at once.
Jhené Aiko's Meditative New Single Lands On The HNHH R&B Season Playlist
In addition, Jhené Aiko just released her second single of the year following "calm & patient," increasing hype for her next full-length project. Furthermore, "alive & well (gratitude mantra)" keeps up her previous song's naming convention while sticking to her mystical strengths. With an angelic vocal delivery and atmospheric pads in the background, the song is more of an experience than just a regular single. Oh, and I forgot to mention: it's ten minutes long. Aiko reached into her ambient bag, and pulled out a serene soundscape with ease.
Meanwhile, rounding out our update is Reggie Becton, who infused the playlist with a groovy and hard-hitting drum beat. He just dropped Sadboy, Vol. 1, an eight-song offering whose title track landed on our collection. Also, there's "Pain, no Percocet" on Zenesoul's latest single, which is as sultry and smooth as R&B jams get. However, we're sure we missed something; what did you think was the best R&B release of the week? Let us know in the comments and check the playlist out down below as well. As always, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on R&B songs and their artists each week.