11 Songs Filled With Conversation | Playlist 🎧

11 Songs Filled With Conversation features songs courtesy of Elvis Presley, FLETCHER, grentperez, John Legend & Muni Long.  

Get ready because we’re about to have a CONVERSATION! Actually, we’re going to present 🎧 11 Songs Filled With Conversation.  The keyword should be obvious – it’s conversation, of course! Sorry to be screaming at you with all these exclamation marks/points but basically, it’s a one-sided conversation, right? Right! It’s worth noting that five of the 11 songs that appear on 11 Songs Filled With Conversation reappear from the mini playlist, 🎧 Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022).

🎧 11 Songs Filled With Conversation features songs courtesy of 🎙 Elvis Presley, 🎙 FLETCHER, 🎙 grentperez, 🎙 John Legend, and 🎙 Muni Long among others. Stylistically this list encompasses alternative, jazz, pop, rap, and R&B/soul covered.  So, without further ado, let’s jump right into the CONVERSATION!

1. Muni Long, “Conversation”

💿 Public Displays of Affections: The Album • 🏷 Supergiant / Def Jam • 📅 2022 

“Can we have a conversation? / Just wanna talk, nothing complicated / I wanna know what’s on your mind.” That seems reasonable, 🎙 Muni Long.  Long commences her debut album, 💿 Public Displays of Affections: The Album, with this conversation piece, fittingly titled, 🎵 “Conversation.”  She goes on to sing in the first verse, “It ain’t no rush, baby, take your time /… I can see it written on your face / All the things you wanna say.”  Ooh, wee!

On this lushly produced contemporary R&B track (🎛 Carter Lang and 🎛 Sir Nolan), Muni Long emphasizes the importance of communication.  She has a point. “Tell me how you feel if you can,” and “Tears don’t make you less of a man” are some of the key lines she sings during the chorus.  Men often box things in rather than open up and discuss them.  Muni wants him to talk and express himself: “It’s open door, no right or wrong /… And self-expression doesn’t make you weak.” It’s a great way to commence Public Displays of Affections: The Album.

Appears in 🔻:

• Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022)

2. grentperez, “Conversations with the Moon”

💿 Conversations with the Moon (EP) • 🏷 Fast Friends • 📅 2022

“When it’s late at night I speak to the moon / It sings to me in sweet melodies a tune.” Oh, really, 🎙 grentperez?  And what does the moon sing to you? “Says, ‘Boy you know you’ve fallin’ in her trance’ / Even though she messes up your day plans.” Oh, snap! The sweet 🎵 “Conversations with the Moon” appears as the second track off of grentperez’s 2022 EP, 💿 Conversations with the Moon.

“Conversations with the Moon” features radiant production, highlighted by its guitar accompaniment.  Over the backdrop, grentperez sings in an expressive and nuanced fashion.  The big revelation, of course, is he’s falling in love. The chorus is the centerpiece, finding grentperez confirming being in love:

“You’re in love

I can see something’s hiding underneath

You’re in love

I can tell

You’re already under her spell.”

The chill, relaxed, and soulful vibes make this record truly special.

3. John Legend, “Conversations in the Dark”

💿 Bigger Love • 🏷 UMG Recordings, Inc. • 📅 2020

🏆 Grammy-winning R&B musician 🎙 John Legend shines on 🎵 “Conversations in the Dark”, the crème de la crème on his 2020 studio album, 💿 Bigger Love. “Conversations in the Dark” is a sound blend of pop and adult contemporary R&B. The crowning achievement of the record is those confident, robust, and incredibly soulful, baritone vocals.  Legend sounds as distinct as ever, delivering an expressive, nuanced, and balanced performance.

Early on, Legend exhibits more restraint.  As the song progresses and percolates, he offers more oomph and grit.  Each chorus adds more of that ‘Legendary’ bite, particularly as he incorporates those ripe, ad-libs. Beyond the vocals, the theme is relatable – everlasting, unbreakable love.  He sings about the depth of love throughout the verses, overtly confirming it in the catchy, memorable chorus. Another stellar moment comes on the bridge section, which pulls back slightly, before rebuilding the intensity. All in all, Legend adds another gem to his illustrious music collections with “Conversations in the Dark,” not to mention contributing one of the year’s very best songs.

Appears in 🔻:

• 17 Thrilling Songs Infused with Darkness
• Awesome Songs: January 2020
• 51 Best Songs of 2020 (So Far): Year in Review
• 100 BEST SONGS OF 2020: 50 – 26
• 100 BEST SONGS OF 2020
• Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022)

4. FLETCHER, “Conversations”

💿 Girl of My Dreams • 🏷 Snapback Entertainment LLC / UMG Recordings, Inc. • 📅 2022

According to 🎙 FLETCHER (Cari Fletcher), “I wanna sleep / But not, I’m not tired / My head and my heart are at war, and I’m stuck in the crossfire.” Woo – now that is some type of state! On 🎵 “Conversations,” a record that appears on the pop musician’s 2022 debut album, 💿 Girl of My Dreams, she is in “Existential crisis mode / All alone, feelin’ all my feelings.” Ooh-wee! Complementing these restless, wide-awake feelings is slick production work (🎛 Marshmello) including an intense, driving bass line and, of course, strong vocals.

The first verse of “Conversations” has a cool energy – it’s a bit more poised.  The second verse, however, is a bit more dynamic.  The centerpiece, as to be expected, is the chorus. “All of these conversations /In my head, in my head at night / I make things complicated / For myself, for myself, I’m like,” she sings, adding, “I question everything / No, oh-oh, nobody’s listenin’ / When I have these conversations / In my head, in my head at night.” The chorus ends up being ultra-relatable, catchy, and incredibly tuneful.  Furthermore, it benefits from its assertiveness.  Another great moment is the bridge, which provides contrast to the rest of the record, yet still maintains a driving, rhythmic quality.  There’s no doubt that there are lots of great conversations to be had about FLETCHER’s “Conversations.”

Appears in 🔻:

• Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022)

5. Roberta Flack, “Conversation Love”

💿 Killing Me Softly • 🏷 Atlantic • 📅 1973

“All of the pain has to go and find its space / For love will come and take its place.” Now that’s a lyric! When the 🎙 Roberta Flack album, 💿 Killing Me Softly (1973) comes to mind, there’s one song that gets all of the attention: 🎵 “Killing Me Softly With His Song”.  Even so, it is worth having a conversation about another superb musical selection, 🎵 “Conversation Love.” “Conversation Love,” which arrives as the sixth track from Killing Me Softly, was written by Bill Seighman and Terry Plumeri. 

The lyrics from the first verse of “Conversation Love” are sensational, capped off by the concluding two lines. The lyrics from the second verse are sweet as well:

“Full-time illusions always hurt you in the end

And haunting ghosts can replay their part

To keep tender smiles down

Don’t let them turn you around

The answer’s clear

Your peace has always been right here.”

Wow! “Conversation Love” features lush, soulful production courtesy of 🎛 Joel Dorn. The strings (arranged by Don Sebesky), robust bass line, and the piano stand out in particular. Robert Flack sings gorgeously, showcasing her anointed instrument.  In addition to the jazzy production, the 🏆 Grammy winner’s elite vocals, and the poetic, thoughtful lyrics, the harmonic scheme on “Conversation Love” is another selling point.  All told, this jazzy soul classic is hypnotic and mesmerizing in quality – it sort of floats along. Sure, “Killing Me Softly With His Song” will always earn the highest marks and most attention from her 1973 album, but this song marks another stellar moment from the Robert Flack collection.

Appears in 🔻:

• Roberta Flack, “Conversation Love”: Throwback˚ Vibez 🕶️🎶 95 (2022)

6. Dvsn, “Conversations in a Diner”

         💿 The Morning After • 🏷 OVO Sound / Warner • 📅 2017      

“No, now your heart is mine, I need it / If you leave, I’m leaving / Let’s go, ‘cause I’m tired of moving slow.” Ah, those matters of the heart are firmly in play on 🎵 “Conversations in a Diner.” “Conversations in a Diner” is a highlight from 💿 The Morning After, the 2017 album by Canadian R&B duo, 🎙 Dvsn (🎙 Daniel Daley and 🎙 Nineteen85). 🎛 Nineteen85 produces this gorgeous record alongside 🎛 Noah “40” Shebib.  Daley, on the other hand, handles the vocals.

“Conversations in a Diner” possess cool energy – it never gets too high, nor is it too casual. The gem makes lovely use of the piano with a light groove.  As the record progresses, the groove gets a bit punchier but never grows too big. Radiant, tender vocals by Daley, combined with the love-oriented lyrics make this a surefire winner. Daley sings with an incredible tone, while his performance sounds authentic, inviting, and warm.  Furthermore, the melody is sublime, particularly in the chorus section.  What’s the big thematic takeaway from “Conversations in a Diner?” Potentially never forgetting the love they share, even if the relationship indeed ends, or his refusal to break up with her because he wants things to work out (“I’ll never let you go /… Hang on, hang on me / Hold on, hold on me”). It’s worth noting that towards the end, Daley sings with more oomph, specifically as he seeks to preserve the relationship.

7. Juice WRLD, “Conversations”

💿 Legends Never Die • 🏷 Grade A Productions / Interscope • 📅 2020

“The devil hit my phone, he wanna talk / But I’m not really up for conversations.” Agreed, 🎙 Juice WRLD, agreed! 🎵 “Conversations” arrives as the second track, and first full-length record from  💿 Legends Never Die, the first posthumous album by Juice WRLD. The emo-tinged, melodic rapper tragically passed away at the age of 21 in 2019.  It’s safe to say, that the loss of Juice left a huge void in rap.

“Chillin’ in my head, but it’s hot

Flames everywhere, I see Satan

Demons tryna run up in my spot a lot

Really, really runnin’ out of patience.”

“Conversations” features slick production by 🎛 Ronny J and 🎛 Scheme. The sound of the record perfectly suits Juice’s signature melodic approach.  Fittingly combining a trap backdrop and emo-tinged rhymes (“Feels like I’ma die every second of the day/ So, I gotta get high / Ain’t no coming down, ain’t no coming down, why?”), “Conversations” is exactly what we’ve become accustomed to hearing from him.  R.I.P., Juice WRLD.

Appears in 🔻:

• Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022)

8. Bazzi, “Conversations with Myself”

💿 Soul Searching • 🏷 iamcosmic/Atlantic • 📅 2019

“Sometimes I wonder why I’m even here / Or if I have the strength to persevere / Sometimes I feel like I’m somebody else / Who’s going mental with they mental health.” 🎙 Bazzi (Andrew Bazzi) is in full-fledged introspective mode on the short but sweet 🎵 “Conversations with Myself.” “Conversations with Myself” appears as the fifth track on the pop artist’s 2019 album, 💿 Soul Searching.

Matching the reflective tone of Bazzi is reflective production work, of course.  The first portion of the song performed by Bazzi is a rhythmic, spoken-word intro. Clearly, he goes deep during this section. At 42 seconds in, the chorus arrives. Here, we get gargantuan choral backing vocals singing “Jesus,” primarily. It also highlights the first time Bazzi sings in “Conversations with Myself.”

“Jesus

I think I need, I think I need some

Jesus

Rich enough and sad as fuck, I’m

Lonely

Oh, I am, I am, I am, I’m so

Lonely

I’m the man, I guess I am, but I’m still.”

Following the chorus there’s a reflective outro, which features the choral vocals from the chorus appearing in the background.  While Bazzi appears to be in a mood, at least to some extent, he makes legit points: “If I’m not happy, I’m a sad guy in a nice car. If I don’t have any real friends or family, I’m just a lonely guy in a big home.”

9. Jon Bellion, “Conversations with my Wife”

💿 Glory Sound Prep • 🏷 Capitol • 📅 2018

🎵 “Conversations with my Wife” kicks off 💿 Glory Sound Prep, the third studio album by alternative pop singer/songwriter/producer, 🎙 Jon Bellion in an intriguing fashion. Like many Bellion cuts of old, “Conversations” features layered vocals, electronic effects, and colorful synths.  The major-key record sounds modern while also incorporating 80s cues. Bellion delivers solid vocals – nothing flashy, but quite effective. The record features a more non-traditional form – more nebulous than concrete – making for an interesting effect.

“Conversations…” commences with the pre-chorus, where Bellion sings:

“I dreamt I slept on a sidewalk, but you still laid with me

I dreamt I fell in a lion’s den, and you still came for me

I dreamt I lost all of my faith, and you still prayed for me

Who the fuck cares about these plaques on my wall?

You’re still the only thing I’ve done right.”

In the chorus, he speaks about the importance of him and his wife’s relationship above everything else – “I don’t want to be some digital Jesus…” The chorus is followed by the bridge, where Bellion asserts, “I’m so ready to run from the spotlight…”

Appears in 🔻:

• Conversation: 5ive Songs No. 57 (2022)

10. Mac Miller, “Conversation, pt. 1”

💿 Swimming • 🏷 Warner • 📅 2018 

Sadly, no one thought that the 2018 album, 💿 Swimming would be the final studio album released by 🎙 Mac Miller. Miller released Swimming on August 3, 2018.  He tragically died from an overdose a month later on September 7, 2018.  Miller had his demons, but his talent was undeniable, particularly as a white rapper.  A deep, 🏆 Grammy-nominated album, Swimming has no shortage of intriguing moments, including the conversational song at hand, 🎵 “Conversation, pt. 1.”

“Conversation, Pt. 1” finds Miller speaking about being judged by others since becoming famous.  He makes it clear to the haters, “It ain’t your money till you make it / Otherwise, it’s just a conversation.” FACTS! Also, notably, in the first verse, he’s addressed about his reckless lifestyle: “All you do is sit around the house getting faded.” It’s a thoughtful moment, among many appearing throughout Swimming. Listening to “Conversation, pt. 1,” you just wish that Miller was still here, delivering fire on the mic.

11. Elvis Presley, “A Little Less Conversation”

💿 The Essential Elvis Presley • 🏷 Sony Music Entertainment • 📅 2007

“A little less conversation, a little more action, please / All this aggravation ain’t satisfactionin’ me.” Sometimes it’s the brief records that have the most personality! The 1968 🎙 Elvis Presley classic, 🎵 “A Little Less Conversation,” speaks for itself.  It’s energetic from the start, thanks to those pummeling drums.  Furthermore, the rhythm section cooks with the electrifying bass line and the aggressive rhythm guitars. Later, spunky horns are added to the mix, further accentuating the performance by The King. “A Little Less Conversation” was written by 🎼 ✍ Mac Davis and 🎼 ✍ Billy Strange.

Of course, the centerpiece – the crowning achievement – of “A Little Less Conversation” is Elvis, period.  Presley is on autopilot from the start, blessing generations and generations with his dynamic, once in a lifetime instrument.  Honestly, we don’t have to talk much about “A Little Less Conversation” because it speaks for itself!  Elvis says it best himself, numerous times, whether it’s “Come on baby, I’m tired of talking” or “Close your mouth and open up your heart and baby satisfy me / Satisfy me, baby.” Honestly, it’s surprising that “A Little Less Conversation” only peaked at no. 69 on the Billboard Hot 100.  It is worth noting there’s a unique remix by 🎙 Junkie XL.

11 Songs Filled With Conversation [📷: Atlantic, Brent Faulkner, Capitol, Def Jam, Fast Friends, Grade A Productions, iamcosmic, Interscope, The Musical Hype, OVO Sound, Sony Music Entertainment, Snapback Entertainment LLC, Supergiant, UMG Recordings, Inc., Warner, Alexander Suhorucov, Andrea Piacquadio, Armin Rimoldi, George Pak, Katerina Holmes, Ketut Subiyanto, PICHA Stock, Pressmaster, RODNAE Productions, William Fortunato]