Raheem DeVaughn doesn't just sing love songs—he inhabits them. His raspy falsetto and honest depictions of romance work overtime on songs that call back to classic soul with string flourishes and instantly hummable melodies. Cuts from 2005's The Love Experience, like the lush title track and the slow-burning “Guess Who Loves You More”, established his talent and R&B savvy. DeVaughn has spent the ensuing years refining his craft, keeping romance front and centre while honouring soul's classic ideals on songs like the salute to femininity “Queen”.