#MorningMusic with Nikki Renée Daniels

Nikki Renée Daniels' #MorningMusic playlist showcases great singers from the 1970s to the present day. You can listen to her playlist here and read her thoughts on her selections below. 

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Song: "Love's in Need of Love Today"

Performer: Stevie Wonder

Album: Songs in the Key of Life

"This has always been one of my favorite songs, and I love the lyrics. The title pretty much speaks for itself!"
 

Song: "How Deep is Your Love"

Performer: PJ Morton

Album: Gumbo

"Our choreographer played this song during our group warmup in Company rehearsals. I just love this new take on an old classic, bringing the 1970s into modern day."

Song: "Love on Top"

Performer: Beyoncé

Album: 4

"Who doesn't love Queen Bey?? I love the 90s R&B bop to this song, and all of the gratuitous key changes that show off her voice so well!"

Song: "Rock Steady"

Performer: Aretha Franklin

Album: Young, Gifted and Black

"This song has such a great groove, it's always been one of my favorites."

Song: "They Don't Know"

Performer: Ariana Grande

Album: Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

"I was first introduced to this song by watching the Trolls animated movie with my kids. I love Ariana's voice, and this song is just pure fun."

Header photo by Richard Termine