Top Soul Music of 2011

Looking for the best soul music of 2011? Look no further than this list of the top 10 soul tracks of the year!

Adele- “Rolling in the Deep”

Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” is a soulful ballad with a raucous attitude. The songstress effortlessly belts out verses about a failed relationship over a thumping beat provided by producer Paul Epworth. The result is a heartbreak anthem with crossover appeal, and it spent seven weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Cee Lo Green- “Bright Lights Bigger City”

Cee Lo Green’s “Bright Lights Bigger City” is a soulful track that combines elements of Motown, disco, and modern pop. The result is a catchy and soulful tune that is sure to get your feet moving. Cee Lo’s smooth vocals are supported by a funky bassline and a driving beat, making “Bright Lights Bigger City” one of the catchiest and most danceable tracks of 2011.

Beyonce- “Party”

Beyonce- “Party”
The year 2011 was an excellent one for music, and that was especially true for soul music. There were so many great soul songs released this year that it was hard to narrow it down to just ten, but we’ve managed to do it. Here are the top ten soul songs of 2011.

“Party” by Beyonce was one of the catchiest and most fun soul songs of the year. It had a great message about enjoying life and living in the moment, and Beyonce’s vocals were as strong as ever.

“I Believe in You” by Michael Buble was another feel-good soul song that was perfect for dancing along to. Buble’s voice is smooth and soulful, and this song had a great groove that made it impossible to resist moving your feet.

If you’re looking for a soul song with a bit more edge, then you need to check out “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele. This song is about a failed relationship, but it’s also an empowering anthem about moving on and being stronger than ever. Adele’s vocals are powerful and emotive, and they really bring this song to life.

These are just some of the great soul songs that were released in 2011. If you’re a fan of soul music, then you’ll definitely want to check out all of these songs.

Bruno Mars- “Grenade”

“Grenade” is a song by American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars from his debut studio album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans (2010). Written and produced by The Smeezingtons, “Grenade” was released as the album’s lead single in the United States on October 3, 2010. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for eight consecutive weeks, becoming Mars’ second solo single to do so. Internationally, “Grenade” topped the charts in Australia and New Zealand and peaked within the top ten in Canada, France, Ireland, Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

Rihanna- “We Found Love”

“We Found Love” is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for her sixth studio album, Talk That Talk (2011). It was written and produced by Scottish DJ Calvin Harris; the song also features guest vocals from Barbadian rapper Drake. The song was released on September 22, 2011, as the lead single from the album. “We Found Love” is an uptempo electro house track, with elements of techno and europop. The song’s lyrics center on a couple who find love in a hopeless place.

“We Found Love” received mixed reviews from music critics; some praised the club-ready production and compositions, while others criticized the lyrics. The song became a commercial success worldwide, peaking at number one in 25 countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States. In October 2011, “We Found Love” became Rihanna’s eleventh number-one single on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart after seven weeks, making her tied as the artist with the fastest accumulation of ten number one songs in digital history with Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber. The music video for “We Found Love”, directed by Melina Matsoukas and shot in Northern Ireland, depicts Rihanna falling in love with a young man living an impoverished life amidst industrial buildings and crumbling concrete social housing estates.

Miguel- “Sure Thing”

The ever-so talented Miguel drops his smooth R&B hit “Sure Thing” in 2011. This track quickly become a bedroom classic with its sultry lyrics and signature falsetto. Although it’s not explicitly about sex, the subtext is clear, making it one of the sexiest songs of the year.

Janelle Monae- “Tightrope”

“Tightrope” is a song performed by American recording artist Janelle Monáe, issued as the second single from her debut studio album The ArchAndroid. The new soul track was written by Monáe and produced by Wondaland Arts Society’s in-house production team consisting of Chuck Lightning and Nate Wonder with additional production from Downtown Music’s Cristal G. It was released to iTunes on April 27, 2010. “Tightrope” peaked at number seventy-two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number seventeen on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The accompanying music video was directed by American film director Tamra Davis and released on May 20, 2010.

Esperanza Spalding- “Crown Royal”

Esperanza Spalding’s “Crown Royal” is one of the top soul songs of 2011. The song is a haunting ballad with a feeling of both loss and triumph. Spalding’s delivery is flawless, and the production by Roy Hargrove is top-notch. This is a soul song that will stay with you long after the last note has faded away.

Corinne Bailey Rae- “Is This Love”

At number 12 on our list of the Top Soul Music of 2011 is Corrine Bailey Rae with “Is This Love”. The English singer, songwriter and guitarist released her second album “The Sea” in January 2010 and “Is This Love” was the lead single. The song peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart and number nine on the US Billboard Hot 100.

Amy Winehouse- “Our Day Will Come”

The top soul music of 2011 includes Amy Winehouse’s “Our Day Will Come.” This song is a cover of the 1963 hit by Ruby & the Romantics. Winehouse’s version was released as a single in October 2011, and it quickly rose to the top of the charts. The song is a tribute to Winehouse’s late husband, Blake Fielder-Civil.