20 Best Feel-Good Songs by Great Black Artists - The BoomBox

June 2011 marks the 32nd anniversary of Black Music Month, which gives us 30 full days to celebrate the dedicated musicians who have entertained us throughout the years. To commemorate the occasion, we selected 20 of the greatest feel-good songs, from contemporary artists such as Beyonce and Kanye West to legendary performers that include Aretha Franklin and Marvin Gaye. Check out the BoomBox's favorite songs from black artists who know how to have a good time.

'Ride Wit Me'

Nelly

The third single from Nelly's debut LP, 'Country Grammar,' did not garner as much chart success as its title track, but still, 'Ride Wit Me' became an instant favorite, thanks in part to an impossibly catchy guitar riff. Combined with carefree lyrics about cruising with the top down, chasing girls and living the easy life, it remained an indisputable warm weather go-to. So much so, that in 2010, the cast of ABC's 'Glee' even performed their own cover of the song.