some good music .

the theme of the last 20 songs i’ve listened to: LOVE A BLACK WOMAN (& george michael) FROM INFINITY TO INFINTITY!!🤎

🎀the songs outlined in pink are my favorites of the four :) here we my reviews of those 5 songs:

~ 16 CARRIAGES - 5/5: i mean are you kidding me? it’s so beautiful! it’s been on repeat. i’m not at all surprised it is my most recent song.

~ Made For Me - 4.5/5: an almost perfect song to the bitter end! muni long’s vocals are enchanting. if you look at the top charts in cities and countries across the world, this song is right up there in the top 10. my only critique is that i *personally* found the ending to be a little lackluster.

~ Float - 4/5: this one was a tuffy! jorja did her big one with ‘i am’! It’s the song i’d most prefer to listen to of the four, but not my favorite. miss monae really is an incredible lyricist! her songs demand attention. i walk around and find myself using lyrics from ‘float’ in my everyday life, so i’m inclined to believe i resonate more with it than i do with ‘i am’ by jorja.

~ Always Be My Baby - 5/5: i don’t think i’m being dramatic when i say i don’t have a single bad thing to say about this song. also, i have very vivid memories of my mom singing this when i was little so that’s cute!

~ HISS - 4.5/5: major shoutout to THEE stallion for remaining sane during all of this foolishness so far. we have no choice but to stan! i felt the flow in this one.

if you see any songs in the photos that you’ve never heard, i implore you to give them a listen! maybe you’ll love them as much as i do😌

i like to consider myself a music-minded person. i’m grateful for the upbringing i had because throughout all

of it there was always a good tune being played! it’s reasons as such that make music a major comfort for me.

let me know if y’all might be interested in what i’m listening to in the future and i’ll be happy to share!

#music #blackwomenartists #letsbefriends #beyonce #applemusic #newmusic #recents #musicsuggestions #blackwomen #art

2024/2/15 Edited to

... Read moreSpeaking of incredible artists like Jorja Smith, whose track ‘I Am’ really resonated with me from the original playlist, it often makes me think about more than just the music. When you admire someone like Jorja, or any public figure for that matter, their artistic journey is what truly captivates you. Their voice, their lyrics, the emotion they pour into their work – that’s the magic we connect with. However, it's also a stark reality that, especially for female artists, the conversation can sometimes veer off into their personal lives or even their appearance. I’ve definitely seen discussions pop up online, like the recent chatter around ‘Jorja Smith weight gain,’ and it’s a bittersweet reminder of the immense pressure artists face. It’s wild how quickly the internet can shift from celebrating an artist’s latest track to scrutinizing their body. As a fan, it makes me a little sad to see, because what truly matters is the art they share with us. It’s a topic that probably affects so many artists. Imagine being constantly in the public eye, having your physical changes dissected by strangers. It must be incredibly taxing to deal with. I believe we, as listeners and fans, should really focus on the amazing talent these artists bring to the world. Jorja's soulful voice, her poignant lyrics, the depth she puts into songs like ‘I Am’ – that's the core of her artistry. Her body, or any natural changes it might go through, is really secondary to her incredible contribution to music and culture. For me, listening to music is an escape and a way to connect with powerful stories and voices. When I hear a song, I'm thinking about the melody, the message, the artist's journey in creating it. I try to remember that artists are human, just like us, and they deserve privacy and respect, especially regarding their bodies. It’s a great reminder for all of us to be kinder, not just to celebrities, but to ourselves too. We live in a world that’s so quick to judge appearances, but true beauty comes from within and from what we create and contribute. This perspective also ties into why I cherish so many Black women artists, as mentioned in the original post. They often navigate a unique set of pressures and societal expectations, and yet they continue to produce groundbreaking, soul-stirring music that inspires millions. Supporting them means appreciating their whole being, respecting their personal space, and celebrating their artistic growth and resilience, regardless of external factors like body shape or size. Let's keep the focus on their incredible talent and the joy their music brings into our lives, and champion a world where artists are celebrated for their art, not their appearance.

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