Late Night Music Super Bowl 46 Edition Part 122........."Break Up Songs"

I don't know why I was in a sad song kinda mood tonight. I guess just some of these songs got stuck in my head. Really good list tonight, just goes to show you that alot of songs that come from sadness can be some of the best songs ever.

This one was easy- any song about a current, future, or past breakup was acceptable. Also receiving votes in this category were "Almost Lover" by A Fine Frenzy, "Realize" by Colbie Caillat and "Gravity" by Sara Bareilles- just because I liked them before they were famous and "Underneath" by Hanson- I was starting to find too many ways to put them on here and that was scaring even me.

"Just Say The Word"- Josh Kelley. This title track from Josh Kelley's 2005 third studio album and I have to say, every time I listen to this song it really puts me in another place. This Ole Miss graduate and the lucky guy married to Katherine Heigl really out does himself on this song, and this song is right up there with "Almost Honest" as his best ever. I'd really like to see Josh Kelley get as much play as his brother from Lady Antebellum, Charles Kelley.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT_yLUnPc4Y

"Breathe"- Taylor Swift featuring Colbie Caillat. I know this one might be a little bit on the lame side, but Colbie and Taylor sound absolutely angelic together. I also realize I've done this one before, but this song is just too awesome to leave out. This Grammy nominated song from the Swift album "Fearless" peaked out at #87 on the Billboard Hot 100 without even being released as a single. Interesting and ironic fact about this song is that it was nominated for "Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals" and lost to "Lucky" by Jason Mraz and.........Colbie Caillat. Talk about being in the right place at the right time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnXrfksTjZ8

"Does That Blue Moon Ever Shine On You?"- Toby Keith. Wow, Toby Keith was so freaking cheesy early in his career. This"title" track from his 1996 album "Blue Moon" was truly his first and pretty much only song of this kind, but remains one of his most famous, peaking at #2 on the Billboard Country Charts in 1996. I have to admit though, I really like Toby's mullet. It gives new meaning to "business in the front, party in the back". One thing JUMPS out at me about this video.......it's just him. I'm shocked there's not some kind of woman in this video. Anyone else find that weird?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaqfgSWQOT0

"Miserable"- Lit. BONUS POINTS FOR PAMELA ANDERSON! In 1999 and 2000, Lit was flying high off the success of their major album debut "A Place In The Sun". This song went to #2 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks Charts that same year behind the popularity of this hilarious video. No matter how many times I hear or karaoke this song, I never get over how clever this song really is. This is probably the catchiest song on this list. Oh, just to add. I don't care how crazy Pamela Anderson is- that is one of the hottest women to ever walk the face of the Earth.......period.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMOeTLLeaDU

"These Days"- Rascal Flatts. This lead single from Rascal Flatt's sophomore album "Melt" quickly shot to #1 on the country charts and #23 on the Billboard Hot 100, and quickly cemented Gary LeVox as one of the biggest heads in the history of music. I really can't get over how big his head is. I really liked this video until they added the rain- kinda ruins it for me. Great song otherwise- one of my favorite country songs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MTSBcvI9DI

"I Can't Make You Love Me"- Bonnie Raitt. I just realize that this song has NEVER been on my list. That's pretty incredible. This is one of the best songs ever written. Bonnie Raitt is a pretty mediocre artist otherwise, but she'll have a legacy forever just because of this song. For some reason, I'm just now remembering how the Novotel downtown in London played this song over and over and over again in the lobby when we were in the United Kingdom in 1995 on Spring Break. Wow, the weird stuff I can remember!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW9Cu6GYqxo

"The Heart Of The Matter"- India Arie. Ok, don't get mad- I have to honestly admit that this original and cover is the hardest ever to decide which one I want to hear. I simply flipped a coin because when I tried to go off most amazing hair, it was still a tie. This performance from the North Sea Jazz Festival will always be one of my favorite live performances of all time by any artist. Oh yeah, I smell a bonus video. Bonus points for the German subtitles.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_MlJU253Is

"Arizona"- Priscilla Renea. This iTunes exclusive single from Priscilla Renea's debut album "Jukebox" is truly a testament to her true talent as a songwriter, guitar player and singer. What an emotional song. I am so looking forward to her second album it's not even funny. I hear her songs every day in Sprint and it just teases me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXA_SSo2bUU

"Tonight I Wanna Cry"- Keith Urban. I still can't get over the fact that I had no idea that Keith Urban was Australian until recently. I thought nothing got past me! Anyway, this song from his 2005 album "Be Here" peaked at #2 on the Billboard Country Charts in 2006 and #36 on the Billboard Hot 100. When I watch this video I can't get past the fact that he's playing the piano barefoot- that hurts so bad. He's asking to get a toenail ripped off, but what do I know? When the snow starts falling in the house, it loses me- sorry.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Czb5P_pw8Fc

"Turning Tables"- Adele. This song taken form "The Late Show With David Letterman" is beyond spectacular. This song from her critically acclaimed album "21" peaked at #63 on the Billboard Hot 100, but was definitely cool enough to be featured on "Glee". Every time I see Adele perform it's not only majestic, it looks almost effortless. Her passion is so effortless! I love Adele because she only cares about the music. She's not an up in your face kind of celebrity. She simply performs, takes your breath away, and nothing else. That's beyond rare.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omkUG4kugvw

"Without You"- Charlie Wilson. I'm sorry, I can't take this song seriously because I keep wanting to sing "You Dropped The Bomb On Me". I wish Charlie Wilson didn't try to act young.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-oLblxG8ko

"Pretty Wings"- Maxwell. Speechless! This might be the best song on this list. This spectacular masterpiece from Maxwell's "BLACKSummer Night's Dream" is one of my favorite songs of all time, and describes so many relationships that it's almost scary. Maxwell himself said that the song is about bad timing. The song and album have been widely popular as it was Maxwell's return from hibernation of sorts, because the single was actually his first in 7 years upon its release in 2009. The song went on to #1 on the Billboard R & B Chart and #33 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song went on to be nominated for the Grammy for Song of The Year in 2009. Maxwell is one of the most graceful artist to ever be in music. This guy is truly an craftsman of music in every sense of the word.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkPy4yq7EJo

"Heartless"- The Fray. HA! Made you look! You really think I was gonna put Kanye on here? Please. This cover from the Fray's 2009 self-titled second album is one of the best off-genre cover songs ever, and this video does a spectacular job of conveying the true meaning of this song. I also really like videos that the band appears nowhere in. Kinda does the job of working around their schedule huh? Just always thought it was cool. Anyway, this single peaked at #79 on the Billboard Hot 100 large in part due to this video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBTdJHkAr5A

"I Don't Ever Wanna See You Again"- Uncle Sam. I hate the fact that I've actually seen Uncle Sam in concert. This is one of the worst videos I've ever seen- and that's saying alot when it's compared to the acting in other 1990's R & B videos. This one would have even have trouble getting on "Midnight Love". If you ever wanna see my impression of Uncle Sam on stage, just ask me to do it- he hardly moves at all. Even I can do that.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWasrUYMHgo

"Slow Dancing In A Burning Room"- John Mayer. Do I really have to explain? Best. Breakup Song. Ever.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6fwA37LEqA

BONUS VIDEO- "The Heart Of The Matter"- Don Henley. I had to put it on here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzxanOJi9O0

"Hello My Apple"- Priscilla Renea. Another great song by Priscilla Renea.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ8IM-60mMg

Lit

Josh Kelley

Adele