Every year during the summer, my family gathers from different parts of the country for our annual family reunion. It's a time for us to catch up on each other's lives, reminisce about old memories, and indulge in some mouth-watering BBQ. For me, the highlight of the reunion is the delicious food we enjoy.
Another thing that I appreciate about our family reunions is that we hire a DJ who plays all the classic hits. This gets everyone, including the elderly folks, up and dancing.
In case you're wondering, here are some of the top songs that are played at Black family reunions:
Summer Time By The Fresh Prince and DJ Jazzy Jeff
Cupid Shuffle by Cupid
Cha-Cha Slide by Mr. C
Step in the Name of Love by R. Kelly
I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers
Humpty Dance by Digital Underground
Flashlight by George Clinton
Get Down On It by Kool & The Gang
Me and Mrs. Jones by Billy Paul
Did I get you guys out of your seat dancing yet?
My dad also likes to have Blues music playing since that's all he listens to in Memphis. Still, the Blues can be slow and depressing because the storyline of Blues songs is usually about sadness. I want to have a good time, not listen to someone singing about being down on their luck.
Check out more top songs played in Black Family Reunions:
Family Reunion by The O'Jays
We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Outstanding by Gap Band
No family reunion can go without playing some Michael Jackson!
PYT (Pretty Young Thing) by Michael Jackson
Remember The Time by Michael Jackson
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson
There's nothing quite like being surrounded by so much love and support from
your flesh and blood. I cherish these moments with my family and look forward
to many more reunions. I hope that these timeless songs will bring
you happiness not just during the summer, but also in the future.
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Well, I can't speak to songs at Black Family Reunions because I've never been to any BUT.... I can say that it is awesome to see families come together for reunions. My family and my husbands family... sucks.. sorry but they do... I wish we had reunions.. we did growing up when I was a little kid and they were memory makers.
ReplyDeleteWow you're always so brutally honest Aimee, but that's what I love about you! I wish your family and your husband's family can get together to have a reunion, they're so much fun!
DeleteAdd Doing The Butt, lol - I love this ..... brings back so many memories!
ReplyDeleteOMG that song is the JAM!!! How can I forget about that song?
DeleteThat is true too Kendra! I bet they'll be playing it at my family reunion this year too.
ReplyDeleteAll of those songs are some of my top favorites!!! May I go to your family reunion? Please??? I"m already doing the Cupid Shuffle in my mind, then it's on to me and Mrs. Mrs. Jones . . . We got a thing going on! :)
ReplyDeleteCome on Alli...lets go!!!!!
DeleteThank you so much for including these great videos! I love every song. Wow! I am with Alli, can I come to your family reunions?
ReplyDeleteYou can come too! Lets go!!!!!
DeleteLOVE this list! I cannot wait to share with my husband. These are the jams girl!
ReplyDeleteThanks girl!!!!!
DeleteAwesome post. Next post about all the good food.
ReplyDeleteI sure will Lisa after I return from my trip!
DeleteI can't believe "we are family" was not added! ( I'm old though)
ReplyDeleteThanks Brandy, I added it to the list.
DeleteI've never been to a family reunion. But, they sound like awesome fun with a killer soundtrack! Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm for these events, Louida. Maybe I should organize a family reunion!
ReplyDeleteYou should Candy, it helps you keep connected with your family.
DeleteGreat post, unfortunately, we haven't had a Family Reunion in over 20 years, but these songs can take me back to the good ole days!
ReplyDeleteYou'll need to change that Antionette! Get your family together and have a reunion, they're fun!
DeleteLouida, being a transplant from Washington, DC (I'm back in the south), you MUST get "I Feel Like Bustin' Loose" by DC's own Chuck Brown! Now that's a party starter!
ReplyDeleteThat's the jam!!!! Adding it to the list!
DeleteElectric slide
ReplyDeleteYES!!! How can I forgotten that one!
DeleteIt's a Family Affair by Sly and the Family Stone
ReplyDeleteMan! It has been so long since I've been to a family reunion. I feel like my generation needs to do a better job of large family gatherings. It was something to always look forward to when I was younger! This list brings back some great memories. Can't forget Fantastic Voyage by Lakeside. Would make a great addition to the list!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a great addition. I love that song!
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