Late Night Music Part 150........"Should I Stay Or Should I Go?"

Sometimes you just want someone to stay. Even if you want to move on, sometimes the best thing is to stay. That sounds really bad. I'll just get to the list.

In order to receive votes in this category, the SONG TITLE had to have the word "Stay" in it somewhere. All songs receiving votes in this category were included on this list. NOT RECEIVING VOTES were "Stay" by Miley Cyrus, "Stay" by Tyrese, "Here To Stay" by Korn, and "Stay" by Ne-Yo.

"The Load Out/Stay"- Jackson Browne. This live medley became a staple of Browne shows when a 1977 recording was featured on his album Running on Empty. The first part of the track is a song Browne wrote as a tribute to his fans and roadies about the trials of touring and constantly being on the road. The second part was a cover of the Maurice Williams song from 1960. The song was met with great reaction as it started being played on tour while Jackson Browne was promoting his previous smash album The Pretender. This track from the much anticipated follow up album peaked at #20 on the Billboard Hot 100, while the album itself peaked at #3 on the Billboard Pop Albums Chart. I have to admit though, that my favorite part of this song is the changing of the genres of the band during the fourth verse when the song talks about the different they listen to on the bus. Huge bonus points for band member David Lindley singing some sick falsetto on this track. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiytEK35ddM

"Stay"- Nick Jonas and The Administration. I am waiting for the day that Nick Jonas announces he is leaving his brothers and going with this band full time. This act is so much better than his bubble gum brothers it is seriously embarassing. I'm sure some sort of contractual obligations and family pressures keeps him from doing so just yet, but man when he does, I'm telling you Nick Jonas will be a star. I love this song! This styles suits him way more and is very John Mayer/Simply Red esque if you ask me. This version here was actually the version used in the single release and was recorded at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. While this performance is from the 2010 Who I Am Tour, it was not included on the band's first album Who I Am. I love when talented kid artists are allowed to write their own music and make a name for themselves (Hanson, Michael Jackson, etc.). This version peaked at #24 on the Billboard US Heatseekers Chart.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef8JbpAjOx8

"If You Stay"- Joseph Vincent. This awesome track from Los Angeles artist Joseph Vincent is included on his debut album Blue Skies which is now available on iTunes. Joseph Vincent really reminds me of fellow West Coaster David Choi, and no not just because he's Asian (but they do kinda look alike). For more on Joseph Vincent check out www.josephvincentmusic.com or follow him on twitter at @teamjvglobal.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIVu-egUMM0

"Stay With Me"- Madeira. I just discovered this song from this Orlando band, but I have to say that I really love it. I don't even know if Madeira is still together, but I'm glad they graced us with their presence long enough to give us this really good track.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5191kFiJvY

"Why Would You Stay"- Kem.  I always laugh when I think about this song because it seemed like so many people had it as their ring tone when I worked at Sprint. You may laugh, but I you can't make that up. This single from his latest album Intimacy: Album III reached #102 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #17 on the Billboard R & B Charts, and drew Kem his first Grammy nomination when this track was nominated for Best Male R & B Performance at the 2011 Grammys. I would also like to thank Kem for picking an easy stage name because his real name Adekemi Owens is just too much to spit out. I keep watching this video and all I can think is that Kem looks a lot like Don Cheadle- anyone agree?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK0pgd0k5js

"Stay"- Goldhand. It's always a great day when I discover a new foreign band further making my argument that international music is quickly catching up with American music that much more true. This Hungarian artist puts on a great effort here with this track which is also his latest single. I am always slightly confused with European artists in particular record in English but have no English media/promotional material. Here is another great example of that. All of his websites and media material is in Hungarian. Why this occurs I do not know.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2emh_OUy2Q

"Can I Stay With You"- Karyn White. This Babyface written track was included on Karyn White's 1994 album Make Him Do Right, and in typical Babyface fashion, features him on background vocals. Despite White's huge success in the late 80's and early 90's this single and album just never caught on, with this single peaking at only #81 on the Billboard Hot 100. It did, however, crack the R & B Top 10, where it would be her last time on the chart. I think it's pretty obvious that her relationship with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis played at least a small part in her decline. While she was married to Lewis after the release of her first two albums which were Babyface produced, the Jam/Lewis produced third album would prove to be her last on Warner Brothers. Seems kind of suspicious.

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

"Stay"- Mayday Parade. Talk about a band flying under the radar! This Tallahassee band included this track on their 2011 self titled album which debuted at #12 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. When watching this video I think Fall Out Boy, Avett Brothers, Secondhand Serenade, and a little Switchfoot. This song is great because it's pop catchy but is greatly original on so many levels. For more on Mayday Parade, check out www.maydayparade.com or find them on twitter @mayday_parade.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAfNjdcgp4E

"Stay Awake"- Julia Nunes. I love female singers that are completely "girl next door" look in every way. Julia Nunes and her ukulele make her stand out and blend in at the same time. She looks like a regular girl, but with her powerful voice and interesting arrangement, she shows that she is truly talented. Watching this video I can't help but think of "Flash Forward" and the scenes with the people who had on the rings that didn't experience the blackouts. This super catchy song is the lead track off of her latest album Settle Down and is now availabe on iTunes. For more on Julia Nunes check out www.junumusic.com or follow her @julianunes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9A3fupyjsk

"Stay"- Rihanna. Wow. This unreal performance from Rihanna on "Saturday Night Live" is nothing short of breathtaking. Many people including me have accused Rihanna of sensationalism and surreal performances, but this song and performance is as raw as R & B gets! This track is included on her latest album Unapologetic, and while it hasn't been released as a single in the United States yet, I could definitely see that in the near future. This song is obvious about life experiences with past loves, and most people have interpreted it to be about Chris Brown, and that sucks because he doesn't even deserve a song about him being a douche. The single was released in the UK and debuted at #16 on the British Singles Chart and features songwriter Mikky Ekko as a guest vocalist. I think the Bob Marley dress here was an interesting but great addition to a phenomenal performance. What is Rihanna gonna do next?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-dW7z0QBNg

"Stay With Me"- You Me At Six. This heavy hitting single from British rockers You Me At Six peaked at #52 on the British Singles Chart in support of their 2010 album Hold Me Down. I have to stay I was surprised by this video as I didn't think anyone drove Datsun pickup trucks after my trip to the UK in 1995. I guess you learn something new every day. I am also gonna say that lead singer Josh Franceschi has moved into a tie with Breaking Benjamin's Benjamin Burley for the award for "the guy who least looks like that voice fits him as a lead singer". I know that feeling though- and it's great! 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ye5ivNkEcwo

"Should I Stay Or Should I Go"- The Clash.The Clash already had a cult following unlike the world had ever seen by the time 1982's Combat Rock hit the airwaves in Europe. This admitted "spur of the moment" song proved to the band's first ever #1 single on the British Singles Chart (amazingly on the 1991 re-release no less! The original release peaked at #17) and made a splash in the United States peaking at #45 on the Billboard Hot 100. The single would catapult The Clash into superstardom in the UK and the United States, as Combat Rock would go on to be one of the most influential and famous records of all time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMaE6toi4mk

"I Wish You'd Stay"- Brad Paisley. Brad Paisley is one of the guys that would be so easy to hate, but he has so much talent you have no choice but to really give the guy his props. This song was originally the B-Side to his previous single "I'm Gonna Miss Her (The Fishing Song)" and was included on his 2001 album Part II. I love how the song at least a little bit shows off Brad Paisley's guitar playing, even if it is mainly at the end of the track. Brad Paisley is quite possibly the best guitar player in the country genre, and even most rock people will agree with that one. This song peaked at #7 on the Billboard Country Charts, and helped propel him into his next album Mud On The Tires which really started to establish him as a country superstar.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV-kzLZs650

"Stay"- SafetySuit. I've always thought SafetySuit was one of the cooler band names. It's really different but I've always thought it was catchy. But my question is why does this video wanna make me think of "The Hardest Thing" by 98 Degrees? Never been a huge fan of the "hero gets his butt kicked" videos. That being said, this is a great song from their 2009 debut album Life Left To Go. This song found success in Japan peaking at #36 and peaked at #44 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart.This Tulsa band has always been cool to me. They remind me in a way of The Almost.....almost. See what I did there?

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

"Stay Close"- Fireflight. Fireflight always rocks my face off! This lead single from their latest album Now shot to #1 on the Billboard Christian Rock Charts and the album debuted at #51 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart from the success of the single. Dawn Michele commands a microphone and a stage as good or better than any female lead singer I've ever seen. Fireflight has a band chemistry that is so obvious in every recording or performance. If you ever have a chance to see Fireflight live, make sure you do. Fireflight is a perfect example of how a Christian band can have a great message without beating their audience over the head with overtly religious attacking messages.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYhfVcY1sEY

"Stay"- Sara Bareilles. Great live performance here from Sara Bareilles of her latest single from her 2012 EP Once Upon Another Time. The EP peaked at #8 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Every time I hear Sara Bareilles hit one of those long notes, I get chills. The soul this woman brings to her craft is unbelievably underrated. I always love to remember how I knew about Sara Bareilles before she got famous. It was kind of like knowing a secret. I hope her little girl looks and soulful piano ballads never go away because we need her to stick around for a while.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fi4ZC9-sO3s

"Stay Down"- Mary J. Blige. This highly unappreciated MJB song from her 2008 album Growing Pains included this awesome Hype Williams directed video which features a unique setting for both the song and Mary herself.Growing Pains has always been my favorite album since Mary because just like this song, it's so personal and deep. I always thought Mary had personal music, but I never saw more of her as a woman and an artist than I did on this album. This song just always meant a lot to me because it is about loyalty that I always swear is missing. Leave it to Mary to always take the words out of my mouth. This song peaked at #34 on the Billboard R & B Charts. Bonus points for the reference to the Jeffersons in the lyrics. You know I'm not a very starstruck person, but Mary J Blige is one celebrity I would die to meet. Mary is everyting an artist is supposed to be.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dalyCstquy8

"Stay"- Sugarland. I really never cared for this song, but I included it because I know I'd have some boos from the peanut gallery if it was left off. Nothing against Sugarland, this song just always rubbed me the wrong way. Can't even say why. Some songs just don't click with you. This single from their 2007 album Enjoy The Ride peaked at #2 on the Billboard County Charts and #36 on the Billboard Hot 100. Jennifer Nettles is quite awesome, but this song has never clicked with me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPG1n1B0Ydw

"Stay Here Forever"- Jewel. Jewel's move to country music has always impressed me, and I hate she really doesn't still have the same following she had when she first hit the scene in the late 90's. She's no doubt a talented lyricist and singer, and her guitar playing isn't too shabby either. This song was featured on the soundtrack for the movie "Valentine's Day" and was included on her album Sweet and Wild. It peaked at #34 on the Billboard Country Charts. This song is so catchy! I wish it was more popular.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyv-KWf_AlI

"Stay With Me"- Nina. Great performance here from Filipino diva extraordinaire Nina from her huge live album Nina Live! This album is the highest selling album by a female artist in the history of the Phillipines and I think proves that soul isn't something that's just in the United States. The artist is also the only album by a female artist to ever be certified Diamond in the Phillipines. This song is actually a cover originally by Pauline Wilson. I'd also like to point out that almost as good as Nina is her band. Who would have thought Asians could play like that? Another musical stereotype we all make the mistake of making. Bonus points for the Filipino commercials YouTube plays before this video lol.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dv3TZcVZspA

"Stay Off My Facebook"- Wax. Yeah, I'll just let you watch this one. Wax is hilarious!

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

"Let's Stay Together"- Al Green. Did I even have a choice with this one? You thought I forgot didn't you?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVzYxqG9N1c

BONUS VIDEOS- "Stay Awake"- Julia Nunes (Live on "Conan"). Julia Nunes performing live.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDev9Yi9liM

"Miserable At Best"- Mayday Parade. Another great song from Mayday Parade.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqM3Dr7agjY

"Lazy Eye"- Silversun Pickups. No reason.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYd57rkvnpQ

"Miserable"- Lit. Just because.

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

"Spinning Wheels"- Angel Taylor. Love this song!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=790DIbDaYqY

"Looking Up"- Paramore.  Live from Radio 1. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4JhTPX5lFA

Mayday Parade

Julia Nunes

The band he should really be in

Joseph Vincent

Late Night Music Part 149.........."Good Morning!"

Good morning everyone! It's a great day for most of you out there! This list celebrates the song that make us wanna say GOOD MORNING!

In order to receive votes in this category, the SONG TITLE had to have the word "morning". Also receiving votes in this category were "Good Morning" by Brymo, "Good Morning Beautiful" by Steve Holy, "Chelsea Morning" by Joni Mitchell, and "Good Morning" by Chamillionaire.

"Good Morning Killer"- Shadowclub. This South African rock trio reminds me so much of Jet and The Strokes. This song from their latest album Guns and Money is currently available on iTunes. This video really reminds me of The Fray's video of their cover of Kanye West's "Heartless" just because of the random illustrations. Speaking of them, I smell a bonus video. I really look forward to hearing more of Shadowclub, and I hope that they like Freshlyground, don't have the misfortune of being from South Africa being the one thing that keeps from being more widely known. I love the retro feel of this video- very 90's. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFL9iHTc8Pk

"Good Morning Sunshine"- Alex Day. English pop guy Alex Day cracks me up so much. He in way reminds of Ben Lee. This lead single from his latest album Epigrams and Interludes was the follow up to his #15 British Single Chart hit "Lady Godiva". Alex Day is cool to me because he looks like the kind of guy that can blend in with a crowd and you would never guess in a million years that he is a singer. Must be nice. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFL9iHTc8Pk

"Good Morning and Good Night"- Maggie McClure. This pride of Tulsa, Oklahoma has become a personal favorite of mine. This is such a great song to start your day with. This title track to her album (which is SO available on iTunes) reminds me of not only Sara Bareilles and Colbie Caillat, but of Nora Jones as well. This video took some work to record as it's filmed in several landmarks in the USA. Maggie McClure has the look and the sound to be a successful artist in the United States, and I think she's gonna be huge soon. All the proof I need is here with this video which is tons better than most videos made by Top 40 artists today. Think about it- would you rather listen and watch this or another vomit inducing track from Nicki Minaj? I rest my case. For more on Maggie McClure check out her website www.maggiemcclure.com 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH-GfXv5rmY

"Morning After Dark"- Timbaland featuring Nelly Furtado and SoShy. I was on the fence on this one. I've actually included this one before, but it just creeps me out. It's not every day you see Halloween themed songs made by mainstream artists (yes, I know you're gonna say "Thriller" but that was SO once in a lifetime!) Most of you know my fascination with oddly grouped combos of artists for songs, and this one always stands out to me. Timbaland is a different kind of guy, but this song almost takes the cake. First of all, anybody grouped with Nelly Furtado is gonna be considered different just because Nelly is so dang non genre and SoShy is huge in France, so it was different to see and hear her on an American track. This single was featured on Timbaland's 2009 album Shock Value II and peaked at #61 on the Billboard Hot 100. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25LBTSUEU0A

"Good Morning, Good Morning"- The Beatles. This forgotten track from the Beatles mega album Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. This song was amazingly inspired by a Kellogg's commercial John Lennon saw and even mentions a popular BBC Sitcom Meet The Wife in the lyrics. This is also, as far as I know, the only Beatles song to switch to German at some point in the song. Which makes it the third foreign language they used in their songs. Who can name the other two and times they were used? Also, in another Beatle rarity, while all four Beatles appear on the track, Paul plays the lead guitar part, something that only happened a handful of times. Even if you aren't a Beatles fan, every music fan should make it a point to get Sergeant Pepper. Most revolutionary album ever made.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZC6IqVTNBA

"Sunday Morning"- Maroon 5. Maroon 5 is one of those bands I just want to hate, but they are so good. This single from their 2004 debut album Songs About Jane peaked at #31 on the Billboard Hot 100 and featured this hilarious video which includes a karaoke performance of "This Love" in the beginning. I'm gonna go ahead and give bonus points for that. Adam Levine is one of those guys that is so cool it makes you mad. If you have no idea who he is, you don't ask him what he does for a living, because all you have to do is look at him and you can figure it out. I just want to be as cool as guys who have awesome five o clock shadows.  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2Cti12XBw4

"Morning Comes"- Delta Rae. This gem from North Carolina's Delta Rae jumped out at me as soon as I started listening to it. This single was included on their debut album Carry The Fire which was released in June of this year. This is also one of the most clever lyrics I've heard in a long time. I'm also gonna call this one of the most difficult video shoots ever made in music history. There is no way I could lip sync a song while all of this foolishness was going on. This band actually has a cool back story as well. They are made up of Eric, Brittany, and Ian Holljes who came up with the band name from a character their mother was going to write about in a book named Delta Rae who was going to summon Greek gods to earth. For more on Delta Rae, check them out on www.deltarae.com. Carry The Fire is also now available on iTunes. This band is going to be great. They really remind me of Lady Antebellum or The Band Perry. Something about family groups seems to always work.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6FtsWX0dTg

"Good Morning Again"- Midnight To Twelve. This is another song that really jumped out at me. I couldn't get enough of it. I also think that this is one of the coolest band names ever. This Los Angeles band gives a retro power ballad feel with this rock anthem that stays stuck in your head after you hear it a few times. This single is featured on their new self titled album now available on iTunes. For more on Midnight To Twelve, check out http://www.myspace.com/m212live.

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

"Sunday Morning"- No Doubt. No Doubt is one of the bands I just want to hate but can't. I got so sick of Tragic Kingdom I swore I would never listen to them again. Their songs were monotonous and overplayed to the point that they became the Daughtry of my generation. However, this song always seems to pull me back again. This song also from the aforementioned album, was left out of the overplayed loop I guess because it was so much different than the other songs we constantly heard on pop radio and on MTV. This song only peaked at #35 on the Billboard Pop Songs chart. Gwen Stefani was always one of those women who was sexy in a mysterious way, and her mastery of this song is unbelievable. And while I hate to admit it, No Doubt was a band that owned their songs like no other, and this track is a perfect example of that. This video is also so 90's- outside, picnics, parties, random little kids. That's what I love about the 90's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiBX-ESFDF0

"Good Morning"- Mandisa featuring TobyMac. If you can listen to this song and not get excited something is seriously wrong with you! This former "American Idol" finalist puts on a spectacular performance on "Good Morning America" with former dc Talk rapper turned solo artist TobyMac. This song peaked at #28 on the Billboard Christian Charts off of the 2011 album What If We Were Real, which itself peaked at #66 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Charts and #2 on the Billboard Christian Charts. Mandisa is a perfect example of how "American Idol" is rigged. How in the world did Taylor Hicks win over her? She's not only a better singer, she's more inspirational. Her recent weight loss just to spite Simon Cowell is also inspirational in itself. I also love the changing of the lyrics on the last chorus of the song as a tribute to "Good Morning America". Can't wait for her next album!

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

"Before The Morning"- Josh Wilson. This inspirational track off of El Dorado, Arkansas artist Josh Wilson's 2010 self-titled album propelled him into the top of Contemporary Christian music. I've watched this video a few times now and I can't help but picture a cross between David Cook, Dave Barnes, and Mat Kearney. Is it just me?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=New8i_eX3x8

"Monday Morning"- Fleetwood Mac. This Lindsey Buckingham pinned pop anthem opened up the Buckingham/Nicks era of Fleetwood Mac with a bang in 1975 as it was the lead track on their much acclaimed 1975 self titled album, their first with the new additions of Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. The rest, as they say, is history. I think it's pretty fair when people who aren't even Fleetwood Mac fans to recognize Lindsey Buckingham as one of the best guitar players of all time. When he left the band in 1987, it took two guitar players to replace him. Very few lead singers can sing and do his lead guitar riffs he is famous for. I am also proud to say that I have a Lindsey Buckingham autograph. It's the small things sometimes. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwtKof6G5iw

"Good Morning"- John Legend. After the success of his debut album Get Lifted, John Legend is a guy who kind of fell off the radar as far as the mainstream R & B and Pop charts. However, this lead track of his 2008 album Evolver proves that he's just as soulful as he was when he first hit the scene in 2004. This great track only topped out at #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts, but gave a great intro to a largely unheralded album despite topping out at #4 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. This great live effort from "Sessions at AOL" really shows the soulful feel of a John Legend concert. John Legend's jazzy music seems to be a lost art. I hope he and more artists can hit the big scene again with this style of music.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3FDGviwiJo

"Good Morning Freedom"- Blue Mink. Yeah, I don't remember this song either. This very strange British pop group reached #10 on the British Singles Chart with this freedom anthem off of their 1970 album Our World. If you can watch this video without laughing, you're better than me. I can't believe they are being serious.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV-ni04N854

"The Morning"- The Weeknd. No, I didn't misspell the band name. This Canadian soul artist takes neo soul to a new level with this song. This track from their debut mixtape House Of Balloons. This album was critically acclaimed by Pitchfork Media, who called this song the #15 best song of 2011. I'm starting to think that Toronto is becoming a hot bed for talented artists who are willing to push the envelope in creativity. The Weeknd is unlike I've ever heard in the United States, and dude can sing!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8oLQmqHnws

"Monday Morning"- Melanie Fiona. Speaking of Toronto, Canadian soul starlet Melanie Fiona jumped into the spotlight with this super cool video and fantastic track off of her 2009 debut album The Bridge. Despite only being released in Europe as a single, where it went to #1 in Hungary, Poland, and Switzerland, the track still gained popularity in Canada and in the United States which propelled her popularity before her release of her 2012 album The MF Life. It also led to her being awarded the Soul Train Award for Best New Artist in 2010. This video really reminds me of Destiny's Child video for their cover of "Emotions" in 2001. Just with just one person instead of three. Really cool concept if you ask me. I'd love to see Melanie Fiona live sometime.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG8QgSzY3nI

"Sunday Morning Sunshine"- Harry Chapin. When Harry Chapin released Sniper and Other Love Songs in 1972, it didn't receive near the hype that is debut album Heads and Tales received. However, the album is almost as good, and features this favorite track of Chapin fans everywhere. In an otherwise depressing album, this upbeat happy song is an anomaly that Chapin was always so well known for. I always laugh to myself when I know for a fact that Harry Chapin played a concert at Mississippi College in 1978, something that would never happen today.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZr1iq-D-YU

BONUS VIDEOS- "City of New Orleans"- Arlo Guthrie. This is one you always wanted to count. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxoM6trtZE

"Hello, Goodbye"- The Beatles. So close, great song. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBZ8ulc5NTg

"Don't Know The Way"- Midnight To Twelve". Another great song from Midnight to Twelve. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DfsCGdt2HE

"Stronger"- Mandisa. Mandisa's #1 hit off of her album What If We Were Real.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFY2Hdh7cvA

"If I Loved You"- Delta Rae. Another great song from Delta Rae.

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

Maggie McClure

Delta Rae

Midnight To Twelve

why do I love you so much Gwen Stefani?