7/2/26 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Janet Jackson – Alright

Alright is by R&B artist from her fourth studio album, Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814. Written by Janet  Jackson and Jimmy Jam also Terry Lewis, he song was released on March 4, 1990, by A&M Records as the fourth single from Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814. Continue reading

7/1/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Jim Jones – Waiting For Response

Waiting For Response is a song Harlem Hip Hop artist Jim Jones, released as a single on June 5, 2026, and featured on his album THE LANDLORD. Produced by Piff Mann and Soon, the track delivers Jones’ signature gritty street commentary. He brought the record back into focus by releasing its official music video on June 30, 2026. Continue reading

6/26/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Shabba Ranks ft. Maxi Priest – Housecall

Housecall also known as (Your Body Can’t Lie to Me) is a landmark crossover reggae-dancehall track released in 1991 by Jamaican artist Shabba Ranks featuring British reggae vocalist Maxi Priest Continue reading

6/21/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: CeCe Winans, Shirley Caesar – Come Jesus Come

CeCe Winans latest Gospel anthem Come Jesus Come has recently been re-released as duet featuring the legendary Pastor Shirley Caesar. Continue reading

6/18/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Shanice – I Love Your Smile

I Love Your Smile is the Grammy-nominated, R&B single by American artist Shanice. Serving as the lead single from her second studio album, Inner Child, the track remains her most successful and globally recognized signature hit. Continue reading

6/17/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Bryson Tiller – Drop The Lo

Single released by Bryson Tiller on June 5, 2026, through TrapSoul and RCA Records. Produced by Reezy On Da Beat, the track serves as the second taste of music from Tiller’s upcoming untitled album slated for release later this year, following his April single Its Ok. Continue reading

6/13/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Mr. P – I Can’t Look Away

I Can’t Look Away is a hit single by Nigerian Afrobeats artist Mr. P (Peter Okoye), released on June 5, 2026. Serving as the lead track for his upcoming solo project OG Forever, the song features an upbeat, dance-ready tempo and vibrant visuals that have quickly sparked viral dance challenges across social media. Continue reading

6/12/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Tommy Lee Sparta, Trippie Redd – Murderer

Murderer is a collaborative single by Jamaican Dancehall artist Tommy Lee Sparta and Hip Hop artist Trippie Redd, released on October 14, 2025. The track dropped during Spooky Season, perfectly matching both artists dark and alternative musical styles. Continue reading

6/12/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Wale, Leon Thomas – Watching Us

Watching Us is a hit Hip Hop and R&B collaboration by American artist Wale featuring R&B artist Leon Thomas. Released on February 3, 2026, the track serves as a prominent standpoint from Wale’s eighth studio album, Everything Is A Lot. Continue reading

6/11/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Shai – If I Ever Fall In Love

If I Ever Fall In Love is the iconic 1992 debut single by the R&B/Soul quartet Shai. Written and produced by group member Carl “Groove” Martin, the song is celebrated as one of the definitive a cappella tracks in mainstream music history. Continue reading