Best R&B/Soul Songs in Australia

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I Hate You cover
I Hate You

Ariana

2
Dancing On the Ceiling cover
Dancing On the Ceiling

Lionel Richie

3
Billie Jean cover
Billie Jean

Michael Jackson

4
Blinding Lights cover
Blinding Lights

The Weeknd

5
No Broke Boys cover
No Broke Boys

Tinashe

6
September cover
September

Earth, Wind & Fire

7
I Will Survive cover
I Will Survive

Gloria Gaynor

8
Teardrops cover
Teardrops

Womack & Womack

9
Easy Lover cover
Easy Lover

Philip Bailey

10
When Doves Cry cover
When Doves Cry

Prince

11
Part-Time Lover cover
Part-Time Lover

Céline Dion & Stevie Wonder

12
80Deg cover
80Deg

Audrey

13
She Works Hard for the Money cover
She Works Hard for the Money

Donna Summer

14
Knock On Wood cover
Knock On Wood

Amii Stewart

15
No Scrubs cover
No Scrubs

TLC

16
Sexual Healing cover
Sexual Healing

Marvin Gaye

17
I Just Called To Say I Love You cover
I Just Called To Say I Love You

Céline Dion & Stevie Wonder

18
Raspberry Beret cover
Raspberry Beret

Prince & The Revolution

19
Lady Marmalade cover
Lady Marmalade

LaBelle

20
All Night Long cover
All Night Long

Lionel Richie

21
I Wanna Dance With Somebody cover
I Wanna Dance With Somebody

Whitney Houston

22
Freeway of Love cover
Freeway of Love

Aretha Franklin

23
Waterfalls cover
Waterfalls

TLC

24
The Best (Edit) cover
The Best (Edit)

Tina Turner

25
So Emotional cover
So Emotional

Whitney Houston

26
Cream cover
Cream

Prince

27
I Feel for You cover
I Feel for You

Chaka Khan

28
Shut Up and Drive cover
Shut Up and Drive

Nicki Minaj & Rihanna

29
Mamma Mia cover
Mamma Mia

ABBA

30
You Should Be Dancing cover
You Should Be Dancing

Bee Gees

31
All My Life cover
All My Life

K-Ci & JoJo

32
Boogie Wonderland cover
Boogie Wonderland

Earth, Wind & Fire

33
Unpretty cover
Unpretty

TLC

34
I'm Coming Out cover
I'm Coming Out

Diana Ross

35
Tucker's Daughter cover
Tucker's Daughter

Ian Moss

36
Get Down Tonight cover
Get Down Tonight

KC and the Sunshine Band

37
It's Raining Men cover
It's Raining Men

The Weather Girls

38
Let's Groove cover
Let's Groove

Earth, Wind & Fire

39
Empire State of Mind, Pt. 2 cover
Empire State of Mind, Pt. 2

Alicia Keys

40
Young Hearts Run Free cover
Young Hearts Run Free

Candi Staton

Best radio stations for R&B / Soul

Australian listeners have a unique ear for music that bridges the gap between legendary floor-fillers and the freshest chart-toppers. Right now, the airwaves across the country are vibrating with a distinctive blend of high-energy anthems and soulful classics that keep the mood upbeat from Sydney to Perth. Whether you are tuning in during a morning commute or setting the vibe for a weekend barbecue, the current top tracks reflect a deep appreciation for rhythm, melody, and nostalgia. This eclectic mix ensures there is something for every generation, blending the sophisticated production of modern hits with the timeless appeal of the greats.

Leading the pack is a fascinating combination of modern R&B and legendary disco. Tinashe’s "No Broke Boys" brings a sharp, contemporary edge to the rotation, while The Weeknd’s "Blinding Lights" continues its dominant run, proving that synth-heavy, retro-inspired sounds are a permanent fixture in the local charts. However, it is the enduring power of the classics that truly defines the Australian listening experience. Tracks like Gloria Gaynor’s "I Will Survive" and ABBA’s "Mamma Mia" remain absolute essentials, sparking singalongs in every corner of the country. This synergy between the present and the past is further highlighted by the inclusion of Earth, Wind & Fire’s "September" and the smooth grooves of Womack & Womack’s "Teardrops," ensuring that the playlist remains diverse and engaging.

From the iconic hooks of Philip Bailey on "Easy Lover" to the feel-good energy of Lionel Richie’s "Dancing On the Ceiling," these stations offer a curated journey through music history. The inclusion of Audrey’s "80Deg" shows a growing appetite for smooth soul, while the heartwarming, familiar tones of Club Nouveau’s "Lean On Me" provide a perfect bridge between generations. This selection represents the very best of what is currently trending across Australian radio, capturing a spirit that is both globally relevant and locally loved. It is a soundtrack designed for those who value quality production and infectious energy.