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Valentine’s Day Weekend is a time for love and for lovers, so you\u2019d best believe R&B is bringing it this week. In a season of romance, the crooners and balladeers are definitely delivering, so you have something fresh for your VDay playlists.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jill Scott<\/a> is making waves with her first album in a decade, and the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,\u00a0Mary J. Blige<\/a>, has a new single that\u2019s perfect for Valentine\u2019s. The multi-talented Jamie Foxx<\/a> drops off his new track \u2014 and we\u2019ve got Brent Faiyaz<\/a> delivering his new album.\u00a0<\/p>\n Victoria Monet<\/a> is bringing it \u2014 and so is Justine Skye<\/a> on her latest.\u00a0<\/p>\n But hip-hop isn\u2019t coasting or taking a week off. The new EP from Ras Kass<\/a> is vintage West Coast wisdom; Central Cee<\/a> drops his \u201cIceman Freestyle,\u201d as Denzel Curry<\/a> teams up with Knocked Loose. And we get the new EP from A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie<\/a>.<\/p>\n Each week, Okayplayer<\/span> will deliver a roundup of all the latest new heat from some of our favorite artists. Check out the latest offerings in our playlist below:\u00a0<\/p>\n MARY J. BLIGE – \u201cMORE THAN LOVER\u201d<\/p>\n Love feels so good. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, MJB delivers an ode to being blissfully smitten.\u00a0<\/p>\n BABY ROSE W\/LEON THOMAS – \u201cFRIENDS AGAIN\u201d<\/p>\n On their latest collaboration, the pair play friends turned lovers who struggle with how intimacy has only complicated their former bond.<\/p>\n CENTRAL CEE – \u201cICEMAN FREESTYLE\u201d<\/p>\n After the viral Drake livestream in 2025, Cee finally releases (officially) the track as he preps to kick off a tour of Australia next month.\u00a0<\/p>\n JAMIE FOXX – \u201cSOMEBODY\u201d<\/p>\n The multihyphenate drops his first new song in a decade. The track is classic R&B yearning, as a lover looks to find someone to fill the hole in his heart.<\/p>\n KNOCKED LOOSE & DENZEL CURRY – \u201cHIVE MIND\u201d<\/p>\n The hardcore band and the hip-hop star team up for a new track that brings the best of both worlds. Crushing metal core.<\/p>\n VICTORIA MONET – \u201cLET ME\u201d<\/p>\n It\u2019s her first single in two years, and Mon\u00e9t is in full romance mode \u2014 urging a lover to believe in love. A preview of what to expect on her upcoming sophomore album.\u00a0<\/p>\n SHAE UNIVERSE – \u201cD\u2019ANGELO\u2019S JOINT\u201d<\/p>\n The singer-songwriter pays homage to the late neo soul icon with her latest. A fitting ode to an artist who inspired so much and so many.\u00a0<\/p>\n MURDA BEATZ FEAT. CASH COBAIN & LOE SHIMMY – \u201cBY MY SIDE\u201d<\/p>\n One of the game\u2019s premier producers teams up with two emcees who both deliver inspired performances here. The atmospheric production is a standout.\u00a0<\/p>\n ALEX ISLEY – \u201cSWEETEST LULLABY\u201d<\/p>\n The Grammy nominee delivers a new single and announces her upcoming major label debut. The track sways with lilting guitar and showcases her elegant vocals.\u00a0<\/p>\n JUSTINE SKYE – \u201cTHONG\u201d <\/p>\n Skye drops off her first collaboration with Kaytranada. Perfect for the end of a romantic night or the beginning of a raunchy one.\u00a0<\/p>\n MAYA J\u2019AN – \u201cPOCKETKNIFE\u201d<\/p>\n The track explores an interesting question when in a relationship: can love exist without trust or vice versa? Think before you answer.\u00a0<\/p>\n NLE CHOPPA – \u201cSLUT ME OUT 4\u201d<\/p>\n Speaking of raunchy nights, this is perfect if you prefer your Valentine’s Day soundtrack more strip club-friendly.\u00a0<\/p>\n FLEA – \u201cTHINKIN BOUT YOU\u201d<\/p>\n The legendary bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers covers the Frank Ocean classic. The latest single from his upcoming debut solo album.\u00a0<\/p>\n LARRY JUNE, CURREN$Y, ALCHEMIST – \u201cEVERYTHING ALLOCATED\u201d<\/p>\n A trifecta that works well together. And on this one, everyone involved brought their A game. Spiral Staircases<\/span> looks to be a heater.\u00a0<\/p>\n CONCRETE BOYS – \u201cMILLIONAIRE\u201d<\/p>\nNEW SONGS<\/h3>\n