Ballerific Music: Uplifting Songs to Get Us Through These Trying Times

With the disheartening presidential election placing Donald Trump back in office, many Americans are feeling a mountain of stress and despair. For Kamala Harris’ supporters, it’s a difficult moment to process as the chance to see her lead the country slips away.  However, as we navigate the coming days, each of us will have to find ways to move forward and adapt to the new uncertain reality.

This transition won’t be easy, but music can be a companion on difficult journeys. Here is a playlist to help uplift and inspire us all as we face these trying times together.

1. Kendrick Lamar – “Alright” 

2. Kirk Franklin – “Melodies From Heaven”

3. Jill Scott – “Golden” 

4. The Gap Band – “Outstanding”

5. Bill Withers – “Lovely Day” 

6. Nas – “I Can”

7. Nicki Minaj feat. Rihanna – “Fly”

8. Tupac Shakur – “Keep Ya Head Up” 

9. Sounds of Blackness – “Optimistic” 

10. Beyonce – “Bigger”

11. Lauryn Hill – “Everything Is Everything”

12. Lil Duval, Snoop Dogg, Ball Greezy, Midnight Star – “Smile” 

13. Common & John Legend – “Glory” 

14. Nipsey Hussle, DJ Mustard – “Perfect Ten” 

15. Damian Marley feat. Nas – “Count Your Blessings” 

16. Mary J. Blige – “Just Fine”

17.  Aretha Franklin – “I Say a Little Prayer”