13 More Scintillating WE Songs

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13 More Scintillating WE Songs features songs by Artemas, Durand Bernarr, Fun., Sabrina Carpenter, sombr, and Timmy Thomas.

Plagiarizing myself, AGAIN 😏, ‘cutting straight to the chase, this playlist isn’t about me, it’s about WE!’ I used those same words when introducing my 2022 ‘we’ playlist, 15 Compelling Songs About WE (2022), as well as the 2025 follow-up ‘we’ playlist, 13 Scintillating WE Songs (2025). All songs must feature the word WE in the song title. 13 More Scintillating WE Songs is the sequel to 13 Scintillating WE Songs (2025). 13 More Scintillating WE Songs features songs by Artemas, Durand Bernarr, Fun., Sabrina Carpenter, sombr, and Timmy Thomas. A flavorful affair, 13 More Scintillating WE Songs is giving alternative, blues, electronic, indie rock, pop, R&B, and soul. So, without further ado, WE need to get into these WE songs!

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1. sombr, “we never dated”	2. Sabrina Carpenter, “We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night”	3. Durand Bernarr, “Here We Are”
4. Cloudy June, “if Jesus saw what we did last night”	5. Artemas, “before we say goodbye”	6. HAAi, “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)”
7. Del Water Gap, “We Will Never Be Like Anybody Else”	8. Kim Petras, “Can we fuck?”	9. Lord Huron, “The Night We Met”
10. Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite, “We Can’t End This Way”	11. Fun., “We Are Young” (Ft. Janelle Monáe)	12. Ray Charles & Norah Jones, “Here We Go Again”
13. Timmy Thomas, “Why Can’t We Live Together”

1. sombr, “we never dated”

I Barely Know Her » SMB Music LLC / Warner » 2025

“How come we never even dated / But I still find myself thinking of you daily?”

Ugh, that sounds so Gen-Z. While alternative singer-songwriter-producer sombr is firmly part of the zoomers (born in the middle of the generation in 2005), the concept and theme explored on “we never dated” are applicable and relatable to all generations. Sombr turned this unfortunate, heart-wrenching situation into a fantastic song, which he wrote and produced. “We’ve Never Dated” is the ninth track from his 2025 debut album, I Barely Know Her.

Sombr checks off all the boxes on “we never dated.” The theme and lyrics are on point, as referenced earlier. He and she never dated, but he has feelings about this romance that never was. “You were better in every way by design,” he sings in the first verse, concluding, “You were too good for a man’s confine.” Word. In the second verse, he highlights her physical beauty, but adds, “But you don’t make yourself easy to like,” as well as, “You dance around the line of what is wrong and what is right.” Even so, in the centerpiece, the chorus, we know and empathize with sombr as he laments the lack of a relationship. If the tuneful chorus, with lovely, expressive vocals by sombr weren’t enough to solidify the excellence of the song, the post-chorus ‘gets her done’:

“I can’t make you love me

No, I can’t make you love me

Babe, I can’t make you love me

No, I can’t make you love me.”

No, it is not poetic, but he gets directly to the point. On the bridge, he wishes her well, adding, “But, I hope who’s next sees the rest of you.” Sombr ate and left no crumbs on “we never dated”. The musicianship is impressive from the singing, musical backdrop, and the universally relatable songwriting.

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2. Sabrina Carpenter, “We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night”

Man’s Best Friend » Island » 2025

“‘Bullshit repeats itself,’ is that how the saying goes? / Been here a thousand times, selective memory though.”

Word, Sabrina Carpenter, word. The Grammy-winning pop artist continues, “I hear it in his eyes, he sees it in my tone / Is what it is, and it’s predictable.” Again, word. Those lyrics comprise the first verse from “We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night”, the fifth track from Carpenter’s seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend, released in 2025. Matters of the heart, particularly matters of the bedroom, play a role in this pop joint. Carpenter penned “We Almost Broke Up…” with Amy Allen and Jack Antonoff. Carpenter and Antonoff produced it.

Like many Sabrina Carpenter songs, there are blunt and humorous moments, as evidenced by the first verse. The innuendo is on point, too: “We almost / Got so close.” Those lyrics, from the post-chorus, reference that almost break up, and, of course, sex itself 😏. In the second verse, Carpenter shares her reluctance to end it, singing, “When I reach to pull the plug / I swear he starts working out.” She adds, “I know how it looks, I know how it sounds / Least we’ll give ‘em something to talk about.” That’s for damn sure! Other highlights lyrically include the bridge, where they aren’t perfect yet don’t appear to be quitting each other, and the centerpiece, the chorus:

“All the ‘I love yous’ and ‘I’m sorry’s’ were said

We had our sex and then we made amends, that’s right

Called it a false alarm to all of our friends

Then we almost broke up again last night.”

Beyond the striking lyrics, Carpenter delivers a nuanced and respectable vocal performance. She marvelously brings those tuneful melodies alive, particularly when she ascends into her upper register. During the outro, she’s on fire as she informs us, “Gave me his whole heart, then I gave him head and then…” Ooh-wee! The musical accompaniment is sweet, particularly the drums, acoustic guitar, keys, and lush strings, which provide fuel for the non-breakup and Sabrina’s fire. There’s also a modulation that amplifies intensity. “We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night” marks one of many bright spots from Man’s Best Friend.

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3. Durand Bernarr, “Here We Are”

BLOOM » Durand Bernarr/DSING RECORDS/Create Music Group, Inc. » 2025

“‘Cause I know he left you / Well, hell, he left me too / But what’s the use / When all in all.”

Oh, snap! Those memorable lyrics hail from talented R&B singer-songwriter, Durand Bernarr (Bernarr Durand Ferebee Jr.). “Here We Are”, serves as proof that R&B is alive, well, and intriguing to the nth degree. “Here” is the 11^th track from Bernarr’s 2025 album, BLOOM. Bernarr penned it with Timothy Bloom, Bellarose Jade Blü, and Lyle Johnson. Bloom, Johnson, Alex Yake, Kent Hooper, Jeff Jackson, and Ronald Yonni Ferebee Jr. produced it.

“Here we are / Healing our wounded scars.”

Oh, boy! A great groove is established from the beginning of “Here We Are.” Soulful guitars and keys provide the perfect musical accompaniment for Durand Bernarr. Additionally, lush, warm strings amplify the vibe. You know what else is soulful? Bernarr who delivers some high-flying vocals, including a gritty middle register, ripe falsetto, and some otherworldly runs. There are some playful, rhythmic vocal lines worth noting, too. “We’ve been friends for quite some time / Nothing wasted but ideal minds,” he sings in the second verse, and adds, “He left you without saying a word / But all you wanted was just to be heard.” Durand brings the tuneful melodies and heartbroken, love-centric lyrics to life effortlessly, particularly the chorus, excerpted earlier, and continues as follows: “Here we are / Under the northern star.” Notably, the bridge section does a fine job of distinguishing itself from the rest of the song. It solidifies a beautiful bond between two people who were hurt by someone else:

“Being here with you

Made the pain so worthwhile

Cause I cherish you

And I know what you do, too

What’s the use?

It’s what we are.”

Nominated for a Grammy for Best Traditional R&B Performance, Durand Bernarr kills it on the dramatic, expressive “Here We Are”. Not only is this one of the best R&B songs of 2025, but it’s also one of the best songs of 2025 regardless of genre.

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4. Cloudy June, “if Jesus saw what we did last night”

“If Jesus saw what we did last night” » Cloudy June » 2025

“If Jesus saw what we did last night…”

Uh-oh… this sounds sketchy, Cloudy June. The feminist and queer musician (she identifies as bisexual) continues singing in the chorus of “If Jesus saw what we did last night”, “He’d be comin’ back to life.” Holy shit! She is referencing the resurrection of Jesus, of course. The other miracle cited? “He’d turn water into wine.” Spirituality is prevalent throughout “If Jesus saw what we did last night”, though the most devout and pious may cry foul. I doubt Cloudy June cares. The Berlin singer wrote “Jesus” alongside Cy and Maarten Paul. Philip Strand and Paul produced it.

Sex is the modus operandi of “If Jesus saw what we did last night.” No shit, Sherlock! “When you touch me there, it’s a miracle / Biblical affair,” Cloudy June sings in the first verse. Damn! In the second verse, she asserts, “[I] Can’t escape the feelin’ it’s physical / You’re my prophecy, baby.” Yep, that is a big, heaping dose of blasphemy! In the chorus, she describes their body as holy, claiming, “I’m floatin’ like an angel / You brought me down to my knees.” Amen… I mean, SACRILEDGE! Ultimately, “If Jesus saw what we did last night” is fun and stirs the pot. Cloudy June sings beautifully, expressing her sufficiently and unapologetically expressing her desires. Sex-positive, she speaks to being unashamed to be with who you choose and ‘do’ what you choose. Backed by a dark, minor key, sleekly produced backdrop, “Jesus” sounds celestial… in a dark, twisted way.

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5. Artemas, “before we say goodbye”

“before we say goodbye” » Artemas » 2025

“So what’s the harm in fuckin’ one more time?”

Um, excuse me, Artemas (Artemas Diamandis)? What did you say? The English pop singer, songwriter, and producer tends to be blunt, frank, overt, and most of all, sexual. The opening lyric from the chorus of “before we say goodbye” isn’t subtle in the least. They have already fucked, and clearly, Artemas sees no harm in fuckin’ again. For added context, he adds, “It might just stop the hurtin’ for the night, yeah / Our bodies miss each other, so do I / Before I have to burn you from my mind / Before we say goodbye.” So, this is breakup sex. Artemas wrote and produced this passionate cut.

There are lots of things to like about “before we say goodbye.” This is another, well-produced song from Artemas. The darker, moody synths and groove are a key part of this song’s success. The well-rounded musical accompaniment fuels Artemas’ fire, which is both emotional and sexual. In the first verse, Artemas doesn’t want her to come around (Bullshit! 😏) but also asserts, “I wish I didn’t miss your face / I wish you didn’t touch me.” In the pre-chorus, she’s undressing, leading to the fuckin’ chorus (literally). In the second verse, the “jump right in” is referencing coitus… no cap! Meanwhile, in the second pre-chorus, he asserts, “You cut me with your nails 💅 /… ‘Cause you know you’ll never be / This close to me again.” Holy fuck 😜! As always, Artemas delivers an entertaining and strong vocal performance. He’s not a powerhouse singer, but when it comes to sex, he is a powerhouse! You buy the sex that he sells, and there is no shortage of embracing pleasure, even before an inevitable breakup on “before we say goodbye”. At least the goodbye is a hot, steamy, and ultra-passionate one!

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Artemas, before we say goodbye: Spicy Tunez No. 6 (2026)

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6. HAAi, “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)”

HUMANiSE » HAAi / Mute Artists Ltd. » 2025

“We live to celebrate / Roll the dice inside of my hand / To the voices inside of my head / Pass the people outside of our house.”

Queer, Australian-born, London-based producer and DJ HAAi (Teneil Throssell) dropped a surefire electronic banger with “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)”. “Voices,” the full-length extended version, is the eighth track from HAAi’s 2025 album, HUMANiSE. The single version, parenthesized, runs two minutes shorter. Throssell and Pat Alvarez penned “Voices.” Throssell, Alvarez, and Jon Hopkins produced it.

Expectedly, “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)” is sleekly produced. The sound palette is rich with polychromatic synths, pads, and programming. Beyond the striking musical accompaniment, there are also voices. Fitting, right? Right! “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)” features one verse, a pair of builds, and a pair of drops. There are plenty of repeated lyrics, unsurprising within the electronic genre. Even with repetition, there are plenty of meaningful moments that complement the exceptional, colorful, and rhythmic backdrop. “As we try to celebrate / Don’t lean into regrets,” the vocalist sings, and adds, “From the voices inside of my head / To the people outside of our house.” Word. More intriguing lyrics occur during the drop: “Between these talking walls / Lay the lessons that only I felt / Were written inside of my head and inside of my heart / Outside of our house.” All in all, “Voices (We Live to Celebrate)” is 100% worth celebrating. It thrives on epic production, pleasant vocals, memorable lyrics, and tuneful melodies. This is a surefire vibe!

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HAAi, Voices (We Live to Celebrate): Wacky Wednesday No. 3 (2026)

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7. Del Water Gap, “We Will Never Be Like Anybody Else”

I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet » Mom+ Pop » 2023

“I could find a new girl / Who looks right in photos,”

Brooklyn-based musician Del Water Gap (S. Holden Jaffe) sings in one of the choruses of “We Will Never Be Like Anybody Else”, the 12^th and final track from his 2023 album, I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet. Jaffe continues singing, “Never shows how she feels / Losing you in slo-mo / We will never be like anybody else.” Throughout this co-write with Sammy Witte, Jaffe delivers expressive, nuanced vocals. You could characterize his performance as being hypnotic.

“We Will Never Be Like Anybody Else” features poetic and thoughtful lyrics. Furthermore, the melodies are tuneful throughout, with the chorus serving as the centerpiece – the crème de la crème. The piano accompaniment is fitting on this Witte / Ethan Gruska, successfully capping off I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet. One of the best moments of the song is Jaffe’s most intense verse, which drops an f-bomb,

“Pissing on our feelings

Fuck it, I’m alone now

‘Til I stop believing

We will never be like anybody else.”

Ooh wee! Jaffe pulls back at the end, which is always an incredibly musical touch. All told, “We Will Never Be Like Anybody Else” is a swell gem courtesy of the talented Del Water Gap.

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8. Kim Petras, “Can we fuck?”

Slut Pop Miami » Amigo Records, LLC / Republic » 2024

“Can we fuck? / Let me see what you got danglin’.”

Damn, Kim Petras! The brutally honest “Can we fuck?” is the 12^th track on Petras’ second ‘sex-positive overdrive’ album, Slut Pop Miami, released in 2024. Is Petras a size queen? The slang is often associated with gay men who prefer larger penises, but, women can have preferences too! In the chorus, where the inquiry into fucking first appears, the Grammy-winning pop adds, “Bend me over, watch me handle it / Watch me handle it, watch me handle it.” Woo! Dr. Luke produced this sub-two-minute NSFW dance-pop banger. The track sounds like sex with its hard-hitting, danceable beat and infectious synth bass line. Petras sings about his ‘dangler’ in the chorus. In the verse, she raps! The sex can occur anywhere – the park, car, or beach. Kim wants him to be aggressive, too. “Come and feed me, sweet dessert / In a circ, I’ll make it jerk,” she spits, adding, “We can play dirty games / Tie me up, dicks and chains / Call your friends, run a train.” No, Kim is not talking about an innocent choo-choo train 😳! There is nothing emotional about “Can we fuck?”. This song is what it is – an empty but utterly satisfying sex song.

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9. Lord Huron, “The Night We Met”

Strange Trails » IAMSOUND » 2015

“I am not the only traveler / Who has not repaid his debt / I’ve been searching for a trail to follow again / Take me back to the night we met.”

“The Night We Met” has a strong case as the crown jewel by indie-rock band Lord Huron. “The Night We Met,” written and produced by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ben Schneider, first appeared at the end of the band’s sophomore album, Strange Trails, released in 2015. Notably, the song gained popularity thanks to the first season of the Netflix original series, 13 Reasons Why. No, Lord Huron didn’t tailor-make “The Night We Met” for the Netflix original series, yet it fits perfectly. In 13 Reasons Why, the song’s lyrics perfectly capture the relationship between Clay Jensen (Dylan Minnette) and Hannah Baker (Katherine Langford). Ultimately, the relationship never quite was. Hannah commits suicide, precipitated by the events captured in the series, based on the novel by Jay Asher. The chorus from “The Night We Met” speaks of a ghost perfectly fitting to the series. Clay is clearly haunted by Hannah’s ghost, precipitated by listening to the tapes she records explaining the reason for her suicide.

“I had all and then most of you

Some and now none of you

Take me back to the night we met

I don’t know what I’m supposed to do

Haunted by the ghost of you

Take me back to the night we met.”

There are more parallels , even though the Lord Huron record pre-dates the series. This is a sensational song. The lyrics are poetic, while the sound and vibe of the record are mysterious.

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17 Songs That Were Made for the Night (2018)

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10. Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite, “We Can’t End This Way”

Get Up! » Ben Harper / Concord Music Group, Inc. » 2013

Five words: “We can’t end this way.” No, sir, we can’t! As an exemplification of an eclectic music enthusiast, I have a soft spot for blues and gospel music. Ben Harper (1969 – ) and renowned ‘harp’ player Charlie Musselwhite (1944 – ) made my musical heart melt with their retro-tinged, collaborative blues-gospel song, “We Can’t End This Way”. “We Can’t End This Way” is the third track from their 2013 collaborative, Grammy-winning blues album, Get Up!. 15 nominations in, Mr. Musselwhite won his first and only Grammy for this project. Harper, on the other hand, earned his third win. Both the song and the album were among my favorites from that year. Harper wrote and produced “We Can’t End This Way.”

“We Can’t End This Way” is like listening to a little piece of heaven. It is a special song from the beginning. Embracing an old-school sound and vibe, it feels and sounds organic and rootsy to the nth degree. Music in the 2010s did not sound like this track, hence, a sizable part of its charm – the throwback, retro aesthetic. Ben Harper is locked in, giving his all with his gritty, soulful, and high-flying, soulful vocals. His authenticity and sincerity are impressive as he brings the tuneful melodies to life. His gospel experience shines through the socially conscious lyrics:

“There’s a man on the corner

Beggin’ for help

There’s a man that walks past him

And he’s drownin’ in wealth

Who doesn’t understand?

Who doesn’t understand?

How disappointment destroys the soul.”

During the chorus, excerpted earlier, Harper gets a mighty assist from the soulful, gospel-tinged background vocalists. His vocal ad-libs, riffs, and runs are nothing short of masterful. Adding to the excellence is Musselwhite’s elite harp playing, solidifying the blues. Charlie, like Ben, not only explores a different musical genre but also helps to take us back to a starkly different musical era. The big takeaway is that “We Can’t End This Way” is a surefire gem.

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11. Fun., “We Are Young” (Ft. Janelle Monáe)

Some Nights » Fueled By Ramen LLC » 2011

“Maybe we could find new ways to fall apart.”

Oh, snap! “We Are Young” is one of the most beloved anthems of the 2010s. Perhaps that is an understatement describing a RIAA diamond-certified single. Youth is clearly on the side of Grammy-winning alternative pop band, Fun. (Nate Ruess, Andrew Dost, and formerly, Jack Antonoff). “Young” is the third track from their 2011 triple-platinum album, Some Nights. Beyond the lead vocals of Ruess, the alt-pop trio tapped Grammy-nominated R&B singer/songwriter and actress Janelle Monáe for the assist. The record was nominated for two Grammys at the 55^th Annual Grammy Awards: Record Of The Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. In both categories, they lost to one-hit-wonder Gotye for “Somebody That I Used to Know”.

There is a lot to adore about “We Are Young.” The production and sound of the record are striking. Sigh, there is nothing like the pounding drums that open the cut to get you going! Nate Ruess shines with his clear and, dare I say, youthful-sounding vocals! Songwriting is a selling point throughout, filled with carefree, irresponsible experiences associated with youth. Lyrics like, “My friends are in the bathroom getting higher than the Empire State,” catch the ears, also affirming a youthful, carefree, and high-risk mindset. Later, Ruess asserts, “So if by the time the bar closes / And you feel like falling down / I’ll carry you home.” Noted, and quite drunk. The section to beat is the chorus, where there is a timely tempo change. Spiritedly, Nate sings:

“Tonight

We are young

So let’s set the world on fire

We can burn brighter

Than the sun.”

Higher, huh? Brilliant! It’s giving young, invincible, and giving zero fucks. Is the youthfulness prevented arrogantly? It’s easy-going, but when we are young, we do tend to be too full of ourselves, overconfident. Janelle Monáe plays a more modest role in the song compared to songs where she’s the lead artist with a huge personality. But, she nails that bridge (“Carry me home tonight”), singing alongside Ruess in select moments (“The moon is on my side /… The angels never arrived, but I can hear the choir”). Fun. were only relevant for a short time, but the trio cemented its place in musical history with “We Are Young”, period.

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12. Ray Charles & Norah Jones, “Here We Go Again”

Genius Loves Company » Tangerine » 2004

“Here we go again / He’s back in town again / I’ll take him back again / One more time.”

Ray Charles (1930 – 2004) and Norah Jones (b. 1979) made musical magic on their once-in-a-lifetime duet, “Here We Go Again”. One reason it was once-in-a-lifetime is that Charles passed away before the album was released. “Here We Go Again” is the opening track from Charles’ posthumously released, Grammy-winning, 2004 album, Genius Loves Company. Interestingly, Charles covers himself. He originally released “Here We Go Again” in 1967, reaching number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100. The gem – the original and the duet, cover version – was penned by Don Lanier (1936 – 2014) and Red Steagall (b. 1938). Notably, Charles and Jones’ duet version won two Grammys: Record Of The Year and Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals.

The first thing that stands out about “Here We Go Again” is the sophisticated arrangement and production. The instrumental sounds that bless our ears are organ (more on that later), piano (Jones), electric keyboard (Charles), bass, guitar, and drums. Gorgeous vocals by Norah Jones, excerpted earlier, set the tone. Speaking of tone, her tone is beautiful. She sings purely and easily, sounding calm, cool, and collected. More earthy, soulful, and gritty vocals by Ray Charles follow, intact with those signature Ray Charles-isms (“I’ll be her fool again (I will) / One more time”). More intense organ signifies Norah Jones’ next solo, during the bridge, with a bit more bite and grit: “I’ve been there before / And I will try it again / But any fool, any fool knows / That there’s no, no way to win.” Charles follows, singing naturally with ease yet steeped in soul. He memorably concludes, “Alright, Mr. Preston!”, cueing a marvelous organ solo by Billy Preston (1946 – 2006). Playful, sing-talking vocals by Charles, in the bridge, following Preston’s epic solo. Jones concludes the section strongly with her sophisticated, pure vocals. There is magnificent vocal chemistry when Charles and Jones sing together in the final verse at the end of the record for the first time:

“Here we go again

She’ll/He’ll break my heart again

I’ll play the part again

One more time

I’ll take her/him back again

One more time.”

Revisiting “Here We Go Again” in its duet form, it is even more magical and special. Perhaps there is an argument to be made that Genius Loves Company received a sympathy vote for some of its Grammy wins, but this dazzling duet was deserving of the two Grammys it was awarded without question.

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Ray Charles & Norah Jones, Here We Go Again: Dazzling Duets No. 22 (2025)

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13. Timmy Thomas, “Why Can’t We Live Together”

Why Can’t We Live Together » Rhino » 1972

“Everybody wants to live together / Why can’t we live together?”

That is a legitimate question, Timmy Thomas (1944 – 2022). If everybody wants to, why can’t we? It is a complicated thing. It was complicated on Thomas’s unique, minimalist 1972 classic, “Why Can’t We Live Together”, and it remains complicated today. If you were to judge a song by its title, you might assume this is a romantic song – a boy yearning for his girlfriend to move in. Not the case! The opener from the 1972 album, also named, Why Can’t We Live Together , is socially conscious. Thomas wrote and produced it. A hug pop hit, “Why Can’t We Live Together” peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.

What makes “Why Can’t We Live Together” unique is the instrumental. Thomas plays a Lowrey organ and uses percussion presets as the drums. This is big for the 1970s, where real drummers/live drums remained king. But Thomas’s innovative spirit makes “Why” ear-catching. Also, Timmy doesn’t get in a rush to sing. He gives us an extended instrumental intro, setting the tone of organ and percussion. After the singing concludes, Thomas also takes his time, flexing the muscles of the distinctness of the organ and percussion sounds. Even with the minimalist vibes, Timmy proves himself to be a dynamic, expressive vocalist. He sells the message of unity like a champ. “No more wars, no more wars, no more war,” he sings in the second verse, adding, “Mmm, just a little peace in this world.” Amen! Race enters the mix in the third verse, where Thomas asserts, “No matter, no matter what color / Mmm, you are still my brother.” That part! “Why Can’t We Live Together” is one of the more unique soul songs you’ll ever hear. It’s minimalist yet feels much bigger. Drake sampled it in his beloved, heavily memed, number two Billboard Hot 100 hit, “Hotline Bling”.

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