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Mya Singleton

Music Writer

Mya Singleton is a freelance music journalist and social strategist based in the Bay Area, with experience covering R&B and hip-hop. Her reporting has appeared in several publications including Yardbarker, The Sports Fan Journal, AXS, and Hollywood Unlocked. With a career spanning over ten years, she’s covered concerts across the West Coast and interviewed some of the entertainment industry’s leading figures including Anderson .Paak, Nonstop Da Hitman, Laurieann Gibson, and Floyd Mayweather. You can find her talking about all things music and sports on Twitter at @MyaMelody7.  

EXPERTISE:

R&B, Hip-Hop

30 of the most memorable NPR 'Tiny Desk' Concerts

In 2008, NPR started its "Tiny Desk Concert" series, in which artists come to the media organization's headquarters and put on a performance set in between employees' cubicles. Yes, artists are performing at an office desk. From Usher to Coldplay, here's a list of some of the most memorable "Tiny Desk" performances. 

20 of the best MTV Video Music Awards performances

While the programming concept of MTV has drastically changed over the years, the network's core concept was rooted in its name's true meaning: music television. Over the past few decades, fans have witnessed some of the most iconic (and sometimes bizarre) moments on the VMA stage.

Ridin' high: The most memorable songs with car brands in the title

From a Cadillac to a Mercedes, here is a list of songs referencing different car makes and models. 

20 legendary all-female musical collaborations

As if music fans needed more confirmation, like Beyoncé once said, "Who run the world? Girls!" Over the years, women have teamed up to bring fans some of the most epic songs in music history. Let's look at some of the best all-female collaborations of all time. 

25 songs named after professional athletes

Whether artists wanted to be like Mike (Michael Jordan) or demonstrate a Mamba Mentality like Kobe Bryant, musicians have often made references to athletes in their songs, typically to show their appreciation and fandom. From Lil Wayne to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, here is a list of songs titled after professional athletes. 

25 notable rapper cameos on TV shows

Over the years, plenty of rappers have ventured into the world of acting, particularly on TV shows. Let's look back at times when rappers have made guest appearances on the small screen.  

20 female MCs who impacted hip-hop

Looking at the successes of rising female MCs today, some artists stand out, including Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Tierra Whack, Latto, Rapsody, Doechii, and Little Simz, to name a few. Although these artists have their styles, one thing they have in common is how they stand on the shoulders of women who came before them.

25 athletes who made cameos in music videos

An athlete's role in a music video varies — appearing as themselves, acting, or simply dancing. Whatever the case, athletes have given fans some classic (and sometimes random) music moments. From Michael Jordan to Serena Williams, here is a list of athletes who have made appearances in music videos. 

20 of Snoop Dogg’s best guest verses

Throughout his career, not only has he taken over the airwaves in hip-hop, but he's also dabbled into the worlds of reggae, pop, and gospel. While his solo discography is massive, Snoop has also shared his talent on some of the best collaborations in music history. Here is a list of some of the best songs in which Snoop is a featured guest. 

20 songs to play after a big win

When people compete at the highest level, they know how much hard work it takes to achieve what they want. And when they get that win, it makes all the time they've put in just a little bit sweeter. Luckily, artists have created music that is the perfect mood booster. Here is a list of songs that can make any listener feel victorious. 

25 of Drake's best collaborations

Whether he recruits other artists to join him on his songs or gets called to be a featured guest on someone else's track, the Drake effect is real and helps move songs to the top of the charts. In no particular order, here's a list of some of Drake's best collaborations and guest verses so far. 

25 classic R&B party anthems

Here is a list of some classic R&B songs for anyone looking to curate the perfect party playlist. 

All is fair in love: 25 romantic R&B classics

From lyrics about having a crush, to spending forever with a life partner, here is a list of some of the most romantic R&B songs. 

Falling into the season: 20 best autumn songs

With the cooler weather, a sense of comfort, and a change of direction, it's no wonder that artists have written songs about fall. Here is a list of songs that can put any listener in an autumn mood. 

Rappers who achieved success beyond the studio and stage

Believe it or not, hip-hop was once considered as a fad, but over the past few decades, it has skyrocketed to become of music's biggest genres. When hip-hop first started, some aspiring MCs saw it as a creative outlet, while others saw it as a means to make a living.

25 of the most memorable rap album titles

Fans always want their favorite artists to release great, timeless music. But sometimes, the music content is deemed equally as important as its package, that includes the cover art and album title.  In the hip-hop world, there are a number of albums that fans consider classics.

The 20 greatest hip-hop and pop collaborations

Some of hip-hop's best collaborations have came about when rappers banded with some of the era's biggest pop stars. What future collaboration will be added to this list?

The best R&B albums of the 2000s

The '70s had soul and disco, the '80s had funk and dance, and the '90s had New Jack Swing and hip-hop. Once the new millennium started, R&B reflected yet another shift. Here is a list of some of the best R&B albums from the early 2000s that music fans still love. 

20 essential songs about cars

Whether driving down the street or planning a road trip, there's nothing like hearing tunes blast through car speakers. So put your pedal to the metal and check out these top songs about cars and driving. 

The best R&B albums of the 2010s

Throughout the 2010s, more R&B artists were incorporating elements of pop, EDM, and trap, a sign of which genres were more popular. However, plenty of artists still stuck with the genre's foundational roots of soul, funk, and jazz. Here is a list of some of the best R&B albums of the 2010s. 

20 love songs you need on your rap playlist

From LL Cool J pouring his heart out to Wale feeling ready to walk down the aisle, here are some of the best rap songs about love. 

20 memorable hip-hop and R&B remixes

There are so many great remixes that artists have created throughout music history. Here is a list of some of the best remixes in hip-hop and R&B. 

The 20 best R&B groups of the '90s and 2000s

People often debate who was their favorite group, and while their music opinions are subjective, it always makes for great conversation (or argument) for their claimed choice. In no particular order, here is a list of some of the best R&B groups that took over the '90s and early 2000s. 

25 songs that define classic New York hip-hop

To this day, New York remains a huge hip-hop hub as newcomers make a name for themselves. In honor of hip-hop turning 50, here is a short list of classic songs that help serve as the sound of New York. 

20 memorable songs dealing with magic

When people define "magical," they typically think of something extraordinary, otherworldly, dreamy, or enchanting. Here is a list of songs that can take listeners on a magical journey.