Everybody likes to party and have fun, right? Right. But picking out music for having a good time can be serious business. That's where this list comes in: it contains a dozen song suggestions - some obvious, others not so much - for partying to. Whether you're at a BBQ, house party, work shindig or even a school function, the songs on this list can not only help you keep the party movin', but might also help you collect compliments on your taste in music.
1. "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough," Michael Jackson
An oldie but goodie from back when Michael was still sane, had an afro and was black.
2. "Do It To It," Cherish
Bounce with it, drop with it, lean with it, rock with it. Cherish may turn out to be a one-hit wonder, but their one hit, the Southern-fried "Do It To It," featuring Sean Paul (the one from YoungBloodZ, not the dancehall reggae artist), is the perfect party song.
3. "Like This," Kelly Rowland feat. Eve
This is probably the best solo track that Kelly Rowland will ever record. And no, not because of her singing (hah!), but because of the addictive go-go beat that laces this ladies' party anthem.
4. "September," Earth Wind & Fire
The perfect song for Labor Day weekend partying, since every year the holiday is on the first Monday in September.
5. "Run It!," Chris Brown feat. Juelz Santana
This song, which jump-started Chris Brown's career and turned him from a nobody to a household name, is one of those signature jams that will be played at parties for years and years to come.
6. "Yeah!," Usher feat. Ludacris & Lil Jon
This is one of those songs that automatically makes you want to just stop what you're doing and start dancing.
7. "Get the Party Started," P!nk
The ultimate bad girl anthem. The question of whether or not this joint is technically R&B is arguable, but since the song's so fun and bouncy, who cares?
8. "Where the Party At," Jagged Edge
This song, about partying in the club and drinking Baccardi, is perfect for a night out on the town. And the chorus is great for singing along with if you're a little tipsy, too.
9. "After Party," Koffee Brown
Although this song is less than 10 years old (it came out in 2001), it's almost as forgotten as Koffee Brown. Make no mistake about it, though; this is another great night out on the town party jam.
10. "Hey Mr. DJ," Zhané
This duo with the funny name only lasted a few years in the 1990s, but they created a lasting hit with the girls' night out club jam "Hey Mr. DJ."
11. "Got to Give It Up," Marvin Gaye
An all-time classic that will live forever. R.I.P. Marvin.
