Today, Aaliyah’s influence is everywhere, especially in the music of women who prioritize vibe, vulnerability, and authenticity over vocal excess. You can hear her DNA in modern R&B’s moody ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Black women have long shaped the sound and soul of R&B music. Their voices—raw, emotional and unmatched—have given us timeless ...

Black women have long shaped the sound and soul of R&B music. Their voices—raw, emotional and unmatched—have given us timeless love songs that echo through generations. Whether they’re singing about ...