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Playlist: THE SUMMER 97 (1998 x 2023)

In celebration of summer, the staff at THE 97 has compiled a playlist containing some of our favorite summer songs, from then and now. Each day we will reveal one song, rotating daily between past and present with pairings from 1998 and 2023, for a total of 97 days/songs. Since we love nostalgia, we’re celebrating summer songs from 1998 as they turn 25,
"Low Key" by Ciara

97 Words: “Low Key” by Ciara

August 30, 2023
This song is part of our “THE SUMMER 97 (1998 x 2023)” playlist. Check out the full list. It’s hard to believe that it’s been nearly 20 years since R&B staple Ciara released her debut album “Goodies.” While the quality of her output has varied over time, in “Low Key,” this

97 Words: “Body Do” by Chlöe

August 7, 2023
This song is part of our “THE SUMMER 97 (1998 x 2023)” playlist. Check out the full list. Presenting the 2023 valedictorian of the Janet Jackson School of Spoken Word Intros and Interludes: Chlöe Bailey. The ever-fearless, never-fucks-given Ms. Bailey opens what should’ve been her lead single, “Body Do,” with
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