Some love songs are just instant classics. They bring you back to that special moment in time when you were looking for love, in love, and even ready to lock your love down on your wedding day.
In honor of Black History Month, we’ve compiled 28 of the most classic songs that have become anthems for love in our community. All of these hits have come from Black artists who describe love so poetically it gives you chills. From Whitney Houston, to Beyoncé, to Luther Vandross, to Boys II Men, we’re bringing you the love songs that have topped the charts across several decades. See if your favorite one made the list below!
1. “All My Life” By K-Ci & JoJo
2. “I Will Always Love You” By Whitney Houston
3. “If I Ain’t Got You” By Alicia Keys
4. “Let’s Stay Together” By Al Green
5. “Sade” By Your Side
6. “Let’s Get Married” By Jagged Edge
7. “Always Be My Baby” By Mariah Carey
8. “Untitled (How Does It Feel?)” By D’Angelo
9. “There Goes My Baby” By Charlie Wilson
10. “At Last” By Etta James
11. “Hotline Bling” by Drake
12. “All Of Me” ByJohn Legend
14. “Nobody” By Keith Sweat
15. “Outstanding” The Gap Band
16. “Here And Now” By Luther Vandross
17. “Spend My Life With You” By Eric Benet And Tamia
