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The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
By · Updated October 28, 2020
01
“Motivation” by Kelly Rowland

This newbie just made it on our list. With a little help from Lil Wayne, Kelly’s latest single has made it to the top of the charts and everyone’s bedtime playlist.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
02
“Red Light Special” by TLC

One listen of this steamy 90s track was an instant mood starter. Come on, admit it. You know you went out and bought red light bulbs when you first heard it.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
03
“Knockin Da Boots” by H-Town

Who would have thought anyone could make the word “boots” sound so sexy? We have to give it to these three, this song truly made its mark on the industry.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
04
“Is It A Crime” by Sade

We’ve all succumb to the seduction of Sade’s classics — and this one was by far her finest.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
05
“Cream” by Prince

With a little help from The New Power Generation Prince helped millions make magic in the bedroom with this song’s sassy electric sound.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
06
“I Wanna Sex You Up” by Color Me Badd

Every now and then a song comes around that defines a decade. This hit embodied “sexy” in the 90s.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
07
“You’re Making Me High” by Toni Braxton

This song took musical mood making to new heights – literally.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
08
“Whenever Wherever Whatever” by Maxwell

Maxwell’s soft and sweet ode to free-spirited love making is an instant mood-pleaser.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
09
“Oops (Oh My)” by Tweet

This liberating hit by southern songbird Tweet taught the world you don’t need a partner to feel sexy.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
10
“Freak Me Baby” by Silk

In the 90s when it came to love-making music, the men of Silk knew how to handle business. Let’s just say they got right to the point.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
11
“My Body” by LSG

When Gerald, Keith, and Johnny teamed up to make this classic, they brought three times the sultriness to the track.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
12
“Your Body’s Calling” by R. Kelly

A song about physical chemistry at its finest, this classic release from R. Kelly’s infamous 12-Play album will help your bodies do the talking so your lips don’t have to.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
13
“Love Hangover” by Diana Ross

Nothing can get you more ready for the night to come than a sweet and sexy song about the glorious morning after that follows. Let ’em know, Diana!

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
14
“Love In This Club” by Usher

Not that we’re condoning sex in public, but doesn’t this bonafide hit from Usher just make you want to head off somewhere private, real fast?

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
15
“Rock The Boat” by Aaliyah

Aaliyah’s gone on to a better place, but her talent lives on. Thankfully this songstress left us with this classic tune feel good tune.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
16
“Turn Off The Lights” by Teddy Pendergrass

Teddy’s old-school classic lends a hand in helping adjust your mood for the evening, but what happens after the lights go out is totally up to you.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
17
“Let’s Get It On” by Marvin Gaye

The title says it all. When Marvin starts hitting those high notes it really gets hot in here.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
18
“Feenin” by Jodeci

We’ve got nothing but love for the lyrics on this track. Who could leave anyone alone, when this song was playing?

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
19
“Smack That” by Akon

This song wasn’t just a club hit, it was an after-party smash too. Both the beat and the lyrics truly bring the sexy.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
20
“Shh” by Tevin Campbell

By far the sexiest track Mr. Campbell ever made, "Shh"’s whispering melodies won’t soon be forgotten.

The 20 Sexiest Songs Ever
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