15 Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY, Vol. 5 → Playlist

15 Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY, Vol. 5 features songs by Benson Boone, Latto, Malcolm Todd, Sam Smith, sombr, and TEEKS.

“I like you, but my body isn’t ready.” Oh, M-Y, sombr! My is defined by Merriam-Webster as an adjective ‘of or relating to me or myself, especially as possessor, agent, object of an action, or familiar person.’ WORD. What better choice of word for a playlist, particularly one that essentially features no other criteria than the fact that the songs feature the word my in their respective titles? 15 Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY, Vol. 5 follows up the previous Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY series, most recently 15 Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY, Vol. 4 (2026). 15 Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY, Vol. 5 features songs by Benson Boone, Latto, Malcolm Todd, Sam Smith, sombr, and TEEKS. So, without further ado, let’s jump into this MY-driven playlist, shall we?

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1. Sam Smith, “My Guy”	2. sombr, “My Body Isn’t Ready”	3. TEEKS, “My Boy”
4. Latto, “GOMF” (Ft. GloRilla)	5. Benson Boone, “The Time of My Life”	6. Benjamin, “Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)”
7. DVYN, “In My Face”	8. Malcolm Todd, “Zip Up My Fly”	9. RYANN, “Dear Mother of My Ex…”
10. Marlon Williams, “My Boy”	11. WILLOW,  “Whip My Hair”	12. Black Eyed Peas, “My Humps”
13. Norman Hutchins, “God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!)”	14. Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”	15. George Harrison, “My Sweet Lord”
Possessive Songs Featuring the Adjective MY series

 

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1. Sam Smith, “My Guy”

Hazel Eyes → Capitol Records UK / Polydor Label Group → 2026

“He’s all that I need / My morning star / Whenever he leaves / I know he won’t be far.” Aww, the feels – L-O-V-E! Preceding Gloria, Academy and Grammy-winning pop singer-songwriter Sam Smith (they/them) embraced controversy – unholiness, if you will. Feathers were ruffled (*cough* conservatives), but there was no denying the banger they collaborated with Kim Petras. “My Guy”, the lead single and fourth track from Smith’s fifth studio album, Hazel Eyes (arrives August 21, 2026), hits different.  While an MLM (men loving men) like this one won’t silence those myopic, homophobic skeptics,  it’s hard to deny how beautiful and heartfelt this ballad is. “My Guy,” a romantic, love-driven song, was written by Smith, Simon Aldred, Shahzad Ismaily, and Feist (Leslie Feist). Smith produced it with Aldred and David Odlum, with additional production by Feist.

Although it is restrained, “My Guy” is enchanting.  The first of many times I listened to it, I found myself hypnotized.  Despite not being ‘in your face,’ it’s alluring, mesmerizing, and potent.  There is a pureness about “My Guy” that makes it stand out.  The subtlety of this soulful pop ballad is part of its undeniable charm.  The production is sufficient, never forcing things – a simple rhythmic groove, spare guitar, and colorful keys.   Sam Smith is always the focal point, never inhibited by the production. Their vocals are lovely and sincere; you buy what they’re selling. Smith gets terrific support from background vocals, who also keep things non troppo. Beyond top-notch vocals, the theme and those thoughtful, love-centric lyrics are the crème de la crème.  “How could I know / A love could be this true?” Sam sings in the second verse and continues, “And I didn’t know / A dance could be this slow.”  The memorable chorus is the most rousing moment, but again, it never gets too high or overdoes it.

“And like all good things, it caught me by surprise

You could dream he’s yours all you want, but he’s mine, mine, mine

He’s my guy

He’s my guy.”

“My Guy” is a stellar return by Sam Smith.  Although far less controversial than “Unholy” could ever hope to be, the authenticity, emotion, and sheer romance are utterly sublime.  This song, and the sincerity with which Sam sings it, makes me desire to find that special bond.

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from July 2026 11 Intriguing Songs About GUYS (2026)

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2. sombr, “My Body Isn’t Ready”

“My Body Isn’t Ready” → SMB Music LLC / Warner Records Inc. → 2026

“Wish you could stay the night / But I am scared of the light / I don’t want you to go.” The key excerpt from that lyrical excerpt of the first verse of “My Body Isn’t Ready” is but I am scared of the light.  Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sombr (Shane Michael Boose) oozes with potential.  Boose gets vulnerable on “My Body Isn’t Ready,” which captures body dysmorphia and insecurity. He wrote the song himself and produced it with Tony Berg.

“My Body Isn’t Ready” shines from the beginning. The intro is beautiful, enigmatic, and striking. “MBIR” features fantastic production, including guitar strumming and warm piano.  The record is melodious throughout. There are tuneful melodies during the verses and especially the chorus. Of course, it’s not just the melodies that eat but the text, too.  “And now I’m out of school,” sombr sings in the second verse, and continues, “And I met someone new / Does she like me for the things I do?” Perhaps those aren’t the deepest lyrics ever penned, but his insecurity is captured, which is the point of the song. The chorus, the crème de la crème, lays it out there:

“I like you, but my body isn’t ready

I want you, but the mirror won’t let me

I try to be the person you’re expecting

But I’m not ready, I’m not ready.”

Throughout, sombr delivers stellar vocals. I particularly love the sweetness of his falsetto moments.  His vulnerability, relatable to the nth degree, takes the cake during the chorus.  Later, the bridge does a fine job of differentiating itself from the verses and chorus. Still, it relates: “If I could crawl out of my own skin, would you let me in? / If we could just be those kids again, maybe I could swim.” While “My Body Isn’t Ready” was polarizing, I believe he deserves credit for his honesty and vulnerability if nothing else.

 

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from July 2026

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3. TEEKS, “My Boy”

“My Boy” → Sony Music Entertainment New Zealand Ltd → 2026

“My boy / Pretty like a sunrise / So strong / Gentle like a butterfly.” Aww, there’s nothing better than a great MLM (men loving men) song! Dashing, extremely talented Māori soul artist TEEKS (Te Karehana Toi) gives us a delectable, sensual bop with “My Boy”. In an Instagram post, he opens up about his sexuality, asserting thoughtfully, “Coming out publicly was never something I felt was important. My sense of identity comes from a culture rich in origin stories, lineage, connection to land and spirit.”  In “My Boy,” his preference is no secret, characterizing his boy as not just a snack, but the whole damn meal.  A “Body like Hercules”? “My Boy” was written by TEEKS, Sam Nakamura, M Basa, Josh Fountain, and Terence O’connor. Fountain, O’connor, and Vincent Pham produced it.

From the get-go, “My Boy” is the sugar honey iced tea. Not only does TEEKS characterize him as a masterpiece, but the performance, production, songwriting, and the whole shebang are giving masterpiece, too! TEEKS’ beautiful, distinct, soulful voice is like sex on the track. Just listening to him is more than enough to get you hot and bothered – in the mood to do naughty, nasty things. TEEK’s instrument is tailor-made for this ode to perfection, where “Those eyes / Cut me like a razor,” and he encourages the object of his affection to “Come open up on me / A new possibility / I’ll be your supplier / If you like the way it feels.” Oh, snap! The production also screams S Meets E, and then they X. It’s sleek, mind you, but it hearkens back to the soul of old. That is refreshing: warm keys, chill guitar, anchored by a robust bass line and simple yet potent groove that’s locked in. Oh, and we get some strings, too, upping the ante! “My Boy” is nothing short of delightful. The music speaks for itself.

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from July 2026 BOY, These Songs Are About You, Part 6 (2026)

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4. Latto, “GOMF” (Ft. GloRilla)

Big Mama → Streamcut / RCA Records → 2026

“Ghost a nigga if he ain’t an eater just like Pac-Man (Yoom) / Latto hit the club, they gon’ greet her with a backend (Yup).” Oh, snap! Latto is something else… that is an understatement.  The Grammy-nominated rapper gives no fucks whatsoever, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.  She enlists the services of another Grammy-nominated rapper, GloRilla, on her rap banger, “GOMF”.  What does “GOMF” stand for? Get out MY face.  No worries, if you’re disappointed an f-bomb wasn’t incorporated into the acronym, GloRilla drops one in her verse.  Bitch is the swear word of choice, though. “GOMF” was written by Latto, GloRilla, Arab SODMG, COUPE, Go Grizzly, Pooh Beatz, Soulja Boy, and SupaKaine.  The brief banger from Latto’s 2026 album, Big Mama, was produced by Latto, GloRilla, COUPE, Go Grizzly, Pooh Beatz, and SupaKaine.

“GOMF” features an inescapable, polarizing, pronounced, boisterous looped synth. Some will love it; others will be more meh, or even thumbs down.  Beyond the hard-nosed synth, the minimalist accompaniment features a ‘souped-up’ beat and malicious-sounding left-hand piano. Latto and GloRilla ‘cook.’ After setting the tone with the intro (“Man, that ho is from Ohio”), Latto amps up the shit-talking in the first  verse: “Get off my jock, bitch, you know how I rock, bitch / Body and the face tea, ain’t nothin’ else to clock, bitch.” She’s cocky, confident, and of course, potty mouthed.  Latto splits the chorus with GloRilla, where the big takeaway is “GET OUT MY FACE.” Woo! After dropping an interlude post-chorus, GloRilla takes the reins in the second verse. Here, she spits, “Bring the real bitches back, I hate these fake hoes with a passion.” Word.  One of my favorite moments from her verse is the end, where she asserts, “I won’t clear up shit, I feel like Tommy, bitch, believe it / They constantly pokin’ the bear, one, two, three, release ‘em.” Shout out to Neace Robinson! All told, “GOMF” is a respectable banger from these two ladies. 

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5. Benson Boone, “The Time of My Life”

“The Time of My Life” → Night Street Records / Warner Records Inc. → 2026

Looking at Benson Boone is easy, particularly sans shirt. See the cover of “The Time of My Life”, and once more, Boone gives us undeniable eye candy. He’s handsome – can’t deny that!  Listening to him sing is more divisive for some. Sometimes, it’s not the voice but rather what he’s singing…  On his single, “The Time Of My Life”, He’s hit it big (fame-wise), yet she didn’t come along.  In the centerpiece, the chorus, he sings, “‘Cause now that every day’s a party / Every night’s a nightmare / I can’t lay down my head / Without wishing you came along.” Word.  “The Time Of My Life” was written by Boone, Jack LaFrantz, Jason Evigan, and Tunch Burns. Jason Evigan also produced it.

“The Time Of My Life” is what Benson Boone does best: balladry.  The singing is lovely.  He begins singing sincerely and tenderly.  It’s easy to buy what he’s selling, which is a big win.  It’s melodious; the tunefulness bodes well.  Revisiting the theme mentioned earlier, “Yes, I’m having the time of my life / But something about it feels off / I wish you came along.” Within the final minute, specifically the bridge, we get that Benson BOOM where he shows off his high-powered upper register, belting like a champ.  “And I’ll be standing here like a stone,” he sings, and adds, “Waves are crashing down, years are passing /… I will never let myself move on.” Also amplifying the final minute are background vocals and a wall of sound.  So, how does “The Time of My Life” stack up? It is pleasant, all in all. Boone gives us some great moments.  It’s respectable.  Plus, he’s shirtless on the cover art…

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6. Benjamin, “Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)”

“Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)” → Warner Music Finland → 2026

“Mä olen friikki ja mielenvikanen /Mun dynamiitti on biitti likanen / Baby, tää on mun portti euforiaan / This is my kind of terapiaa.” Um, okay, Benjamin (Niclas Benjamin Peltonen), you handsome, Finnish man/musician. But I didn’t catch any of that as a non-Finnish speaker.  Translated into English, Peltonen asserts in the chorus of “Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)” (“Badabim (My Kind of Therapy)”), “I’m a freak and a lunatic / My dynamite is a dirty beat / Baby, this is my gateway to euphoria / This is my kind of therapy.” Ah, dancing… perhaps, a little dirty dancing at that 😈! “Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)” was written by Benjamin, Atso Soivio, and Iivari Suosalo. Soivio produced it.

“Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)” marks another intriguing record from Benjamin.  In the first verse, he makes it clear that traditional therapy does nothing for him. Instead, he needs to act, and that takes the form of satisfaction. In the second verse, after he sings, “Tehä sitä, mihin Luoja minut teki [Do what the Creator made me for]/Liike kertoo enemmän ku tuhat sanaa [A movement speaks louder than a thousand words],” he adds, “Tänä yönä rakastele malttiaa [Tonight, make love in moderation].” Ooh-wee, he’s going to have sex!  In the post-chorus, Benjamin shakes his butt and sweats his worries away. I have no doubt that is a sight to behold 👀 🥵 🤭. On the bridge, Peltonen affirms that this is his drug, religion, and therapy, and it involves his waist. Right on.  Throughout “Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa)”, Benjamin delivers the goods.  His voice is beautiful, and he brings plenty of attitude, confidence, and personality, PERIODT!  The melodies are tuneful, while the lyrics, performed exclusively in Finnish, catch the ear, whether you understand a word or nah.  Sleekly produced, embracing Euro- and Scandipop in all of its synth-driven, programmed glory, Mr. Peltonen gives the gays another bop that totally slays!

Appears in 🔻:

Benjamin, Badabim (My Kind of Terapiaa): Beaming with Pride No. 43 (2026) Bops from 2026 That Make You Beam with Pride

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7. DVYN, “In My Face”

“In My Face” → DVYN → 2026

“You know I hate to do this, but you keep on testing me / You know I hate to do this, but you’re getting in my face.” Toronto-based R&B singer-songwriter DVYN (Iguehide Divine Ebomoyi) shows off her talent on her single, “In My Face”.  Written by herself, “In My Face” was produced by Yogic, Huncho Midas, and Charlieqe.  The song begins with an enigmatic, lush intro, led by a warm piano. Soon enough, a groove, led by neo-soul-sounding drums, provides a mighty anchor. Beyond the drums and piano, other instrumental highlights include an active, rhythmic bass line and the strings. The star of the show is DVYN, who lives up to her eclectic billing, fusing jazz, R&B, and soul. Her performance oozes with soulful vibes while barely breaking a sweat. The melodies are rhythmic, as DVYN expresses her concerns about a relationship: “I run this back and forth, though I’ve been begging you to (Stop) / But you open up the door, and you put it on the floor.” Notably, the form of the song is simple: chorus, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, and an outro.  During the chorus, excerpted earlier, one ear-catching sound is the low-pitched, rhythmic gang vocals.  It gives the song a striking sound.  In short, “In My Face” is a surefire vibe from an emerging talent that more folks need to be keyed into.

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from June 2026

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8. Malcolm Todd, “Zip Up My Fly”

Malcolm Todd (still) → Columbia Records → 2025

“You told me you think that I smell good, then told me, ‘Zip up my fly.’” Oh, is that how it went down, Malcolm Todd (Malcolm Todd Hobert)? “Zip Up My Fly” missed the cut on Todd’s self-titled album, but it ultimately appeared on the deluxe version, Malcolm Todd (still). Todd composed “Zip Up My Fly.” He produced it with Jonah Cochran and Charlie Ziman.

“Zip Up My Fly” is a surefire vibe.  Why, you ask? The sound of this brief record is alluring – the drum programming, sunny-sounding guitars, and an optimistic major key! Of course, Malcolm Todd compels with his desirable vocal performance. “Zip” begins with a brief intro, which expresses desire – “I wanna.” DUN, DUN, DUN!  Following the intro, Todd unveils the centerpiece, the chorus, which includes the lyrics excerpted earlier.

“I wanna love you and tell you that you are mine

You told me you think that I smell good, then told me, ‘Zip up my fly.’

I wanna kiss you in the back of my car that I barely drive

Because I share it with my mom, and my mom’s busy all the time, I tell ya.”

Poetic… well, sort of. The chorus is followed by only one verse. Here, Malcolm informs her how cool she is – like “reading and swimming in the pool” cool.  That said, he then states he doesn’t want to indulge because “I’m just too cool for you, girl,” but ultimately, he’s frontin’ like the Pharrell classic because he’s in L-O-V-E.  Following another colorful chorus where the infatuation is lit, he drops the bridge that further confirms infatuation. Although a bite-sized record, “Zip Up My Fly” is sugary sweet! Decadent!

Appears in 🔻:

Malcolm Todd, Zip Up My Fly: Bangerz N Bopz No. 32 (2026)

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9. RYANN, “Dear Mother of My Ex…”

“Dear Mother of My Ex…” → RYANN → 2026

“Dear mother of my ex / You probably wonder why I don’t visit anymore / We didn’t say goodbye / And I think your son didn’t tell you why.” That is quite the situation, RYANN (Ryan Adriaens). The Queer Netherlands pop singer/songwriter needs to tell his ex’s mom about what went down between him and her son. This suggests that the relationship that RYANN had with his ex-boyfriend was substantial since Mom is involved. On the enjoyable and honest “Dear Mother of My Ex…”, RYANN unveils his truth. Adriaens composed and produced the track.

“Dear Mother of My Ex…” is a vibe from the get-go.  It thrives on an infectious beat where the groove is grooving! Adding to the musical excellence are lovely keyboards, pads, and synths.  Although it is an emotional experience he sings about, RYANN keeps his performance cool, calm, and collected.  He informs his ex’s mom that she doesn’t know the full story.  In the second verse, he tells the mom that her son found someone new, said false things about him, and probably thought he was too gay. In the utterly infectious chorus, the centerpiece, he expresses that her son (his ex) cheated on him.  He doesn’t mince his words:

“Your son put his lips on someone else

He put his dick in someone else

Curious what he said to you, about this

I am not to blame; he made the mistake.”

That is transparency at its finest. If you are a gay man who is in a monogamous relationship (which can be rare, unfortunately), having sex with someone not your boyfriend is a no-no. The bridge contrasts the verses and chorus, adding some colorful pads.  Thematically, it relates to everything else. Even if he is heartbroken regarding his ex and sad that he no longer sees his ex’s mom, whom he admires, RYANN keeps his composure.  “Dear Mother of My Ex…” is another fabulous pop cut from this handsome, talented young man’s catalog.  He continues to keep things unapologetically queer, and who would have it any other way?

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from April 2026 Bops from 2026 That Make You Beam with Pride Songs That Feature Names, Vol. 9 (2026)

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10. Marlon Williams, “My Boy”

My Boy → Dead Oceans → 2022

“Do-do-do-do-do-do.” Woo, or should I say, do! New Zealand singer-songwriter Marlon Williams kicks off his 2022 album, My Boy, with – wait for it – “My Boy”! “He’s all to me, and more / Nothing can touch my boy.” Word, Marlon! Williams penned “My Boy” and produced it with Tom Healy. From the jump, it is a calm, cool, and chill vibe.  It begins with rhythmic guitar, which is assertive but never overdoes it from a strumming perspective.  Speaking of strumming, via Under The Radar, Williams describes the record as a ‘pop song with a Māori folk strum.’ Williams and Healy both contribute their guitar skills on the track.

Beyond the strings, including Cass Basil holding it down on bass, I love the blend of drums (Lucky Paul aka Paul Taylor) and percussion (Elroy Finn) on “My Boy.” The accompaniment is bright but non troppo, the perfect backdrop for Williams. Williams delivers an easygoing, light, and tender vocal performance. He never forces things; he never gets too high nor too low.  He brings the tuneful melodies and the breezy, fun lyrics to life without a hitch.  Of his boy, Marlon adds in the second verse, “He’s why I am what I am / Nothing can touch my boy / He leads me with a ready hand / Nothing can touch my boy.” Noted.  There are also a pair of lovely choruses, each of which is different from the other.  But there is a common thread: “Nothing can touch my boy.” You knew that was coming, right? All told, Marlon Williams impresses on “My Boy”.  It’s not an overly complicated record, but it is charming and quite memorable.

Appears in 🔻:

Marlon Williams, My Boy: Bangerz N Bopz No. 9 (2026) BOY, These Songs Are About You, Part 5 (2026)

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11. WILLOW,  “Whip My Hair”

“Whip My Hair” → Roc Nation, LLC → 2010

“I whip my hair back and forth / I whip my hair back and forth (Just whip it).” Ooh-wee! WILLOW (Willow Smith), the daughter of Academy and Grammy award-winner Will Smith and actress-musician Jada Pinkett Smith, has charted only three songs on the pop chart. Two of those three songs were attributed to her as the lead artist. Only one reached the top 40: “Whip My Hair”. “Whip My Hair” just missed the top 10, actually, reaching number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. If we judge only by her chart success, Smith is considered a one-hit wonder.  But, beyond the multiplatinum status of “Whip,” even though other singles failed to chart, she has earned some platinum plaques courtesy of the Recording Industry Association of America. What’s unbelievable is how old Smith was when the hit single was released – five days shy of her 10^th birthday. “Whip My Hair” was written by WILLOW, Ronald M. Jackson, Janae Rockwell, and producers OmArr and Jukebox.

Although WILLOW was only nine when she recorded and released “Whip My Hair,” she brought plenty of attitude. Does the song give that bubblegum pop experience like many children, pre-teen, and teen musicians? Yes, of course it does.  The chorus, excerpted above, is silly and simple. Even so, it’s also infectious, making “Whip” a surefire earworm.  Beyond the chorus, the verses are fun.  Confident, a young WILLOW informs us that she “Hop up out the bed, turn my swag on / Pay no attention to them haters because we whip ‘em off.” Honestly, that’s good advice for folks much older.  Similarly, in the second verse, she’s feeling herself too: “Soon as I hit the stage, applause, I’m hearing it.” She adds, “But can’t none of them whip it like I do.” Word! In the pre-chorus, unfazed by the haters, she “Don’t let haters get me off my grind,” and intends to “Keep fighting until I get there.” Empowering! Beyond her strong vocal performance, the background slaps: the synths, the beat, and a minor key.   WILLOW has since released some great music post-“Whip My Hair” (looking at you “b i g f e e l i n g s”), but this one-hit wonder remains her ace-in-the-hole.

Appears in 🔻:

WILLOW, Whip My Hair: 1 Hit WONDERful No. 20 (2026) 15 Captivating Whip Songs (2026) Hair: 5 Gems No. 26 (2026)

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12. Black Eyed Peas, “My Humps”

Monkey Business → Interscope Records → 2005

“What you gon’ do with all that junk / All that junk inside your trunk? / I’ma get-get-get-get you drunk / Get you love drunk off my hump.” Oh, god! Talk about a song going hella stupid! To their credit, Grammy-winning (!) pop collective the Black Eyed Peas scored a big-time hit with “My Humps” 😏. Fergie was along for the ride during the Peas’ most successful stint. Commercially, the fifth track from Monkey Business showed up and showed out. It peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100. It was certified quintuple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. The problem is, does anybody consider “My Humps” a legitimately GOOD song? HELL NAW BRUH!

Will.i.am and David Payton composed a SILLY MESS. “My Humps” is designed to be D-U-M-B, but still!  The intro, excerpted earlier, is eye-roll-worthy, and that’s before Fergie-Ferg keeps repeating “my hump” over and over and over. And of course, she can’t stop there! “I drive these brothers crazy, I do it on the daily / They treat me really nicely, they buy me all these iceys,” she brags as she raps in the first verse.  She adds, confidently and playfully, “They say they love my ass in Seven Jeans, True Religion.” OMG… In the chorus, will.i.am and Fergie tag-team, where we’re informed, “She’s got me spending / Spending all your money on me / On-on me.” And of course, the unforgettable intro returns as the post-chorus, with will.i.am asking Fergie, “What you gonna do with all that ass / All that ass inside ‘em jeans?” to which she responds, “I’ma make-make-make-make you scream / Make you scream, make you scream!” And folks, all of this is one verse, pre-chorus, chorus, and post-chorus.  The second verse involves mixing “Your milk with my Coco Puffs.” Yeah, that’s enough of that! “My Humps” is something else – one of one for sure!

Appears in 🔻:

Black Eyed Peas, My Humps: The Flops No. 2 (2026)

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13. Norman Hutchins, “God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!)”

Nobody but You → JDI Entertainment, Inc. → 2002

“Get ready for your blessing / Get ready for your miracle.” Amen! Hallelujah! The late, great Norman Hutchins (1962 – 2025) recorded a surefire, gospel music gem with “God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!)”. This is one of Hutchin’s best-known songs, appearing as the fifth track from his 2002 album, Nobody but You. As the song turns 25, its positive, uplifting message endures. How does one obtain this blessing? Keeping the faith and believing that God will come through!

“God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!)” sounds exuberant from the get-go.  This is what gospel music should sound like.  The praise band is locked in with keys, organ, guitar, bass, and drums. Beyond the bright, inspired instrumental, the singing is anointed – filled with joy and jubilance.  Sure, there is adversity, but the end to those troubles is in sight! “It makes no difference what you’re going through / You’re going to make it, God’s gonna see you through,” Hutchins sings soulfully in the first verse, and adds, “This is another test, it won’t last always.” True that! The second verse is similar, where he adds, “Troubles and trials come to make you strong / Keep on believing, you keep holding on.” Woo! Backed by an anointed choir, Norman encourages us to be on the lookout for our blessing – it has our name on it! After the second chorus, Hutchins and company vamp, keeping the faith and not giving up! As an old gospel hymn says so eloquently, “There is No Failure in God”.  We all need to believe that “God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!)”.

Appears in 🔻:

Norman Hutchins, God’s Got a Blessing (with My Name on It!): Music Lifts No. 19 (2026) 13 Gripping Songs That Reference God (2026)

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14. Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”

Dirty Dancing (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) → » Sony Music Entertainment → 1987 

“I’ve had the time of my life / No, I never felt this way before / Yes, I swear it’s the truth / And I owe it all to you.”  What happens when Bill Medley (b. 1940), a Righteous Brother, and Jennifer Warnes (b. 1947) collaborate?  Why, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”, of course!  The opener from the Dirty Dancing (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) was huge.  It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.  It won Medley his first Grammy, and Warnes her second Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 30^th Annual Grammy Awards. Donald Markowitz, Franke Previte, and John DeNicola composed this sensational, unforgettable song that won the Golden Globe Award and the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Michael Lloyd produced the timeless classic.  Of course, Medley and Warnes brought this electrifying duet to life!

“(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” commences with a warm synth, gradually crescendoing. Bill Medley draws first blood, singing most of the centerpiece, the chorus.

“Now I’ve had the time of my life

No, I never felt this way before

Yes, I swear it’s the truth

And I owe it all to you.”

Medley’s tone matches the warmth of the keyboards and synths.  Likewise, Jennifer Warnes follows, performing her shorter portion of the chorus warmly: “‘Cause I’ve had the time of my life / And I owe it all to you.” After setting the tone, a mighty groove settles. The beat is electric, while the bass line provides a firm foundation, and the guitars deliver some fabulous rhythmic riffs.  The first verse follows, with Bill singing two lines, followed by Jennifer.  They join forces on the final lines, harmonizing seamlessly: “Now with the passion in our eyes / There’s no way we could disguise it secretly…” Bill ushers in the pre-chorus, with Jennifer performing most of it, before collaborating once again at the end (“This could be love / Because”).

Medley and Warnes are electrifying when performing in harmony on the second chorus. Notably, this chorus features the full-fledged, ornate production in all of its glory. Jennifer draws first blood on the second verse, performing the first two lines, before Bill takes the reins.  Jennifer closes out the verse with one significant lyric from Bill (“Stay with me”).  After another compelling pre-chorus, once more, the formidable duo is powerful during the chorus, accompanied by gorgeous keys, synths, programming, and all the things.  A delightful instrumental break follows the third chorus,  which includes a mean saxophone solo. Striking closing riffs from the instrumental section lead into the bridge. Bill performs most of the bridge, with a few contributions from Jennifer. They join forces on the ultra-powerful final chorus, backed by the ornate, rhythmic backdrop. Bill’s vocal ad-libs are gritty throughout this concluding section.  All told, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” is a big-time, ultra-successful pop duet.  It is one of the quintessential songs from the 1980s.

Appears in 🔻:

Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes, (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life: Dazzling Duets No. 18 (2026) 13 Dazzling, Delightful, and Dynamic Duets (2026)

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15. George Harrison, “My Sweet Lord”

All Things Must Pass → G.H. Estate Limited / BMG Rights Management (US) LLC → 1970

“My sweet Lord / I really wanna see you / Really wanna be with you / Really wanna see you, Lord, but it takes so long, my Lord.” Clearly, faith was important to the late, great, George Harrison. Harrison professes his faith in his number one hit, “My Sweet Lord”, which appears on his 1970 album, All Things Must Pass.  The excerpted lyrics are applicable to Christian religions – the idea of a relationship with God.  That said, ultimately, Harrison makes ample references to eastern religion, specifically, Hinduism.

“My, my, my Lord (Hare Krishna)” clearly separates this from Christianity.  Still, Harrison serves up many hallelujahs, though eventually, its Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare, Gurur Brahma, etc. Considering Hinduism, the lengthiness to see The Lord doesn’t mirror what many Christian religions ascribe to – heaven versus reincarnation.

Regardless of the religious specifics, which are intriguing, what makes “My Sweet Lord” a musical lift is the embracement of faith and believing in something.  The lyrics are uncomplicated, which, interestingly, is similar to many Christian and gospel songs. Harrison sounds fantastic, while he and Phil Spector construct a marvelous, folk-gospel backdrop.  Even if “My Sweet Lord” isn’t a gospel standard, there is ample faith, not to mention plenty of instrumentalists! Of course, we can’t mention “My Sweet Lord” without that lawsuit – we’ve all been highly inspired by others’ music, haven’t we? Yes Lord! Also, the late, great Billy Preston recorded this Harrison classic, too!

Appears in 🔻:

George Harrison, My Sweet Lord: Music Lifts No. 6 (2024) Billy Preston vs. George Harrison: Head 2 Head No. 8 (2024) 11 Songs That Are Incredibly Sweet, Vol. 3 (2024) 11 Songs That Reference the Lord (2024)

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