The 20 Best Black Summer Songs Guaranteed To Get You A VIP Invite To The Cookout

Whether they topped the charts, ruled the radio, or became cookout classics, these records have earned their place in summer music history. The post The 20 Best Black Summer Songs Guaranteed To Get You A VIP Invite To The Cookout appeared first on MadameNoire.

The 20 Best Black Summer Songs Guaranteed To Get You A VIP Invite To The Cookout
Cheerful friends grilling sausages and enjoying a beach barbecue
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Every summer has a soundtrack, and every year there’s a debate about what makes it an anthem. Nonetheless, certain bops become unmissable at cookouts, family reunions, or pretty much any Black function you can think of. While some songs dominate for a season, others become timeless staples that return every summer without fail.

Collage of music album covers and posters featuring various artists, including The Pharcyde, Man, and live performances at Hammersmith Odeon.
Source: Photo illustration by Jefferson Harris for Okayplayer

Whether they topped the charts, ruled the radio, or became cookout classics, these records have earned their place in summer music history. Our friends at OkayPlayer have compiled a list of 20 hip-hop and R&B anthems that have become synonymous with summers from the 1990s through today. Check out some of the top picks and think of this as your summer music time capsule.

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