Category: Ebony’s Playlist

I grew up with parents who loved and appreciated music and introduced me to the great artists. I have such a love for music. Music is one of the last things my dad and I shared before he passed away. When I visited him, I played music on my phone for him. He rubbed his fingers together as if he were snapping them. So cute 🥰. We also watched Person of Interest, a show we both loved.

These are some of my all-time favorite oldies, but goodies. It’s crazy because I wasn’t even alive when some of these songs came it. Good music never dies. We can see it right now with older songs getting popular on TikTok.

Nothing Has Ever Felt This Good – Rachelle Ferrell & Will Downing

Two very talented vocalists on one song, and she is playing the piano while singing. I just know I got robbed when it came to the musical talent distribution. It’s Rachelle Ferrell and Will Downing. Enough said.

I’ve Got So Much To Give – Barry White

So I was telling my friend Monica about this song and she listened to it. She said she aged 49 years after hearing this song 😆. I don’t care if anyone else likes this song, I love this song. I could say this one is my favorite song ever! I don’t know what it is, but it makes me so happy when I hear it. When he says, “Don’t do that, baby please don’t do that.” Tell her Barry! I didn’t put the YouTube link for the version with all the talking, but the Playlist version has the talking part. I just wanted you to hear the words of the song. If you don’t like it, don’t tell me. I don’t care! Lol

Let’s Stay Together – Al Green

I can’t think of a single person who doesn’t like this song. Sometimes, I get mad when I hear people sing it. Like everything doesn’t need a remake. Leave it alone 😡. Out of all the bad stuff Al Green did in his youth, it did this one thing right.

I Want You – Marvin Gaye

Honestly, I can’t put into words why I like these particular songs so much. If I had to come up with a reason, I would say it is the words and what they are trying to convey to the listener. Marvin Gaye says, “Don’t play with something you should cherish for life.” What?!? That is such a great line. Love is not to be played with. Now, here was another man who wasn’t right, but he said the right thing in his songs. Gone too soon, but his musical legacy still speaks to the people.

I hope one of my oldies, but goodies, is one that you are like, I haven’t heard that in a minute, but I do like that song. These songs can be found at elsims27 on Spotify on the Nostalgic playlist. All four songs are right at the top, but feel free to listen to any other songs on the playlist. If you would like, share your oldie, but goodie with me. I promise I won’t judge you. Be well and whole. Much Love 🧡 💚

I have finally created a playlist on a Sunday that features Christian music. It shouldn’t have taken me this long. Smh. Honestly, I was having a hard time picking songs. They all were slower tempo and I wanted to include some upbeat, clap your hands music. Now, that I set this 30 days of post, I had to go with what I had. I hope you all are not disappointed. Maybe, next Christian music post, I will include the praise songs I like.

God – Donald Lawrence and the Tri-City Singers featuring Natalie Grant

Years upon years ago, Donald Lawrence and the Tri-City Singers performed at the church I was attending. I purchased a CD and preceded to play it out as I do all songs that I like. This particular song I gravitated to so much, even though this version was not on the cd. I like this one because she sings it with so much feeling, she pulls you in. My favorite part of the song is, “Whatever you do with me, is alright. You have my total trust.” I am not there yet, but that is the relationship I want to have with God. I want to not just accept God’s will in my life, I want to trust it is all for a greater purpose. That it leads me to the next level and the next level.

Didn’t You Know – Donnie McClurkin

I don’t even know what to say about this song. It touches my heart, and it makes me emotional. When I am doubting (not the correct word, but I am drawing a blank) God’s love and presence, it brings me back. It makes me aware of what I have to be grateful for. The big and little things that God has done for me even when I don’t see it.

God’s Not Done With You

I have limitations and there are times that I cannot see past them. Yet, I realize that my continued existence on this earth means I still have purpose, even if I don’t know what my purpose is. This song is just a gentle reminder.

Fix My Eyes – for KING & COUNTRY

I really like the words of this song. They are so relevant to what is happening in America right now. Unfortunately, people have lost this message and way of thinking. The total opposite is being done. I want to still believe in humanity as a whole, but it is a struggle. For the people who are like me, we have to fix our eyes on God and live a life that serves others and makes us proud of who we are. It is so important for us to let the world know we are still here. It is not all bad.

The songs included on this post will be on my Spotify, but not in the regular Ebony’s Playlist. They will be in a separate playlist called Gospel. I have moved them to the top of the list just for you. Feel free to check out the whole playlist if you like. I want to continue to post my Christian music favorites. I’m not all k-pop and mellow music. I hope these songs uplift you and speaks to your soul. Be well and whole. Much Love 🧡 💚

Happy Sunday! As I write that, I was thinking this playlist should have been a gospel edition. It’s not at all 😆. But that definitely is a thought. I have a few gospel songs on repeat that I can share. Maybe next time.

This playlist includes a song that is 10 years old, another that is newly released, my absolute favorite right now, and one that is my style, but a little different. I hope you can find one that sparks joy in you when you hear it.

Leave Love Be – Brandon Williams featuring Alex Isley

Alex Isley, the daughter of Ernie Isley of The Isley Brothers, comes with her own sound. Soft, lovely. My mom tells me all my music sounds alike. I guess she has a point. I like mellow music. Music where you can hear the instruments and voices clearly. Alex’s voice is one I want to hear over and over again.

I had to research Brandon Williams because he was new to me. Brandon is a music producer from Detroit, MI. Based on his YouTube profile, he is not just a music producer but also a composer, an arranger, and a performer. Brandon received a Grammy nomination for a song he produced for Vickie Winans, How I Got Over. He arranged this song beautifully.

P.S. This video is the string session for Leave Love Be. I stumbled on it while looking for the video to include in this post. If I find this on Spotify, it will be on repeat, too.

Elevate – Nao

I went round and round trying to pick the song for this post. I have three songs I am currently playing on repeat from her new album, Jupiter. This one, Just Dive, and All of Me. Usually, we get hooked on the first verse and chorus, but the second verse sold me on this song. She says, “Love the way, we push through the stars. How you navigate, we get up so far. It’s a pleasure, babe.” I love it! My friend, Shayla, doesn’t like her voice at all. She said she sounds like a kid. Meanie 😝. I guess Nao is an acquired taste and not for everyone.

Truman – Han & Felix (Stray Kids)

I cannot stress how much this song is MY SHIT! MY SHIT! I really like K-Pop, and I have no shame in that. I feel like Stray Kids is my favorite group, so I guess that would make me a Stay (the name they use for their fandom). This particular song features just two of the eight member boy band, and one is my bias (as the kids say), Felix. I love him 😍. He is the reason why I started really getting into K-pop. His deep voice and pretty face are such an unexpected combination. Now, this song is mostly in English with just a little bit of Korean. I am trying to ease y’all in before I go full K-pop on y’all butts 😂.

Let’s Go Back – Jungle

I was at the car wash drying off my car, and the lady next to me was listening to these songs that kept grabbing my attention. I wasn’t going to ask her who it was because, you know, people don’t want to be bothered. But then I was like, fuck it. She told me who the band was, Jungle, and then proceeded to talk my ear off for a second 😆. I had heard a couple of songs by the band previously, Back on 74 and Keep Me Satisfied, that I liked. So, I just went and looked up more of their music. This one stuck. I get so happy when I hear it. It is kinda like a James Brown song, saying the same thing over and over, but I don’t care. I still haven’t found the song that made me ask her who she was listening to. It could be because I have this one on repeat.

Well, that is it for this episode. I will continue to look for more music to get hooked on and play on repeat. I hope all is as it should be for you all in this crazy world. I also hope that these playlist shines a little light into your life. Stay well and whole. Much Love 🧡 💚