emotions with a glimpse of hope at the end of the journey. And while you catch the brightness from the beginning, there's nothing like when you arrive: That's "Alive," the song where the R&B singer candidly embraces the bad to find peace and really I mean really enjoy the good. Erika Ramirez
D.R.A.M., "Cha Cha" One of 2015's most talked-about songs (it preceded and bears a notable similarity to "Hotline Bling"), "Cha Cha" is all charisma, elevating any party and any mood the second it starts to play. Erika Ramirez
Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment, "Sunday Candy" It's a sweetly textured snack layered with uplifting lyrics and jubilant production, but the alluring hook, courtesy of Jamila Woods, is the richest part. Erika Ramirez
Bilal, "Satellites" Bilal and Adrian Younge's collaboration is a psychedelic experience led by bass line and church organs. It's hard to not envision people being reinvigorated by experiencing it live. Erika Ramirez
SiR, "Love You" "Love You" is all about mood. On top of trippy production, SiR's velvety vocals and songwriting is pure seduction: "I'm here for you ... I'm just here to love you, baby." Erika Ramirez
