A voice at the forefront of the UK’s R&B evolution, Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Bellah balances her sleek R&B sound with confessional, intimate lyrics, and for Soul September, she’s put together a timeline of hits featuring Jazmine Sullivan, Jvck James, Ty Dolla $ign, Snoh Aalegra, Savannah Ré, Teyana Taylor, Monica and more. “I chose these songs because I believe they’re a reflection of my journey with R&B, and how I seem to have really found myself enjoying the alt R&B scene as much as I enjoy traditional sounding R&B,” Bellah tells Apple Music. “All of these artists are not just amazing singers, but they all have an incredible and distinct tone—and I love and live for individuality. The music feels honest and relatable, and that’s why I absolutely love this genre.” Hear something you like? Add it to your library.