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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

The 25 best R&B albums of 2022

From Usher's Las Vegas residency being the hottest show in town to Steve Lacy's tour selling out in mere minutes during the presale and fans finally getting their wish of a new SZA album, the proof is right there that R&B is still thriving. In no particular order, here are 25 of the best R&B albums that dropped this year.

The 25 best hip-hop albums of 2022

From newcomers blazing their trails to veteran artists reclaiming their place on rap's Mount Rushmore, here are 25 of the best hip-hop albums released this year.

Say goodbye to 2022 with this playlist

Whether fans needed the perfect song for a TikTok video or to round out a party playlist, there were plenty of selections for any mood or moment. Here are 25 of the best songs that defined 2022. 

20 songs that were surprisingly written by other recording artists

It's no secret that music artists don't always write their own songs. Some artists started their careers as songwriters for other musicians before their singing careers took flight. Here are 20 songs written by other big names in the music industry.  

20 songs with a state in the title

From having a "New York State of Mind" to boasting about "California Girls," here are 20 songs that mention a state in the title. 

20 songs about being independent

Whether that means moving away from home or coming out of a relationship, artists have often released songs that reflect self-reliance and self-sufficiency. Here are 20 songs that can put any listener in an independent mindset.

20 songs about traveling

Artists have often expressed their desire for traveling and adventure in their music. Here are 20 songs to help fill anyone's wanderlust mindset. 

20 songs with 'beautiful' in the title

It's the type of word that evokes the feeling of awe or amazement when people see something special or unique. Here are 20 songs with "beautiful" mentioned in the title. 

20 songs with 'dream' in the title

Sometimes a dream can be something that one needs to think that anything is possible. Here are 20 songs that speak to people's visions and hopefully spark their goals. 

25 best songs written by Diane Warren

Her songwriting has transcended sounds across rock, pop, and R&B — garnering nine No. 1s and 32 top-10 hits. Even music lovers unfamiliar with her name recognize plenty of her hit songs. Here are 25 of the best songs written by the hitmaker. 

20 songs with December in the title

Granted, fans can always count on artists to release songs in the spirit of the holidays. However, some artists release songs that highlight the month differently. Here is a list of songs that should be on every December playlist. 

25 songs with 'dance' in the title

While some songs hold lyrical content about actually dancing, other songs tend to have deeper meanings. From ballads to uptempo tracks, here are 25 songs that can encourage listeners to do a little two-step.

25 songs with 'baby' in the title

Romantic partners have often used "baby" as an affectionate term of endearment. No wonder artists have applied the term to their music about love and relationships.

25 songs with a question in the title

Although the songs don't always give the answers, they make people think. Here is a list of songs that ask a question. 

It was all yellow: 25 songs with a color in the title

Musicians have often used colors in their lyrics, giving listeners a chance to take their imaginations to another realm. Here is a list of popular songs with a color in the title. 

Unbreakable bond: 20 songs about family

From John Mayer's "Daughters" to Pinks's "Family Portrait," here are 20 songs inspired by siblings, parents, children, and every other relative in between. 

Cash in, cash out: 25 songs about money

From Gwen Stefani's "Rich Girl" to Donna Summer's "She Works Hard for the Money," here are 25 songs about the almighty dollar. 

20 songs about gratitude

Sometimes words of thanks don't always come easy to people, but luckily, many artists have created songs to help them express their appreciation. Here are 20 songs that can help put listeners in a grateful mood. 

Strike a pose: 20 songs about fashion

From people wearing luxury brands to showing off their best club attire, here are 20 songs sure to make any listener feel good about their fashion sense. 

25 iconic songs produced by The Neptunes

With such an expansive catalog, The Neptunes changed the course of hip-hop, R&B, and pop. Here's a look back at some of their best production work. 

25 iconic songs produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis

Their hits have pushed them to the top of multiple Billboard charts, won Grammy Awards, and helped them earn a spot in the 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class. Jam and Lewis have an extensive catalog, but here are some of the best tunes created by the legendary duo. 

25 of the best R&B songs written by Missy Elliott

In addition to her own iconic discography, she's provided her songwriting prowess to some of the biggest names in music. No wonder she became the first female MC to be inducted into the illustrious Songwriters Hall of Fame.

25 iconic songs produced by Timbaland

These are just 25 of the iconic songs produced by Timbaland.

20 iconic songs written by The-Dream

The-Dream knows how to bring the best out of any artist. It's no wonder he's self-proclaimed as the "Radio Killa." Here are 20 songs penned by The-Dream to celebrate his illustrious songwriting career. 

20 iconic songs produced by Diddy

There is no doubt that Sean "Diddy" Combs is one of the most dominant figures in the entertainment industry. He helped launch the career of other artists and helped shape hip-hop and R&B during the '90s and the 2000s. Here are some of the best songs that received the Diddy touch.