Rub You The Right Way

Johnny Gill

BPM112 Key7AD MinorEnergyWarm-upR&B

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5:32·Released 1990·

Songs That Mix Well With "Rub You The Right Way" by Johnny Gill

649 tracks in our catalog mix well with this R&B tune — each scored on harmonic key, tempo, and energy. Here are the top 5, DJ-ready.

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Rub You The Right Way

Johnny Gill

1127A

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Motownphilly

Boyz II Men

114 BPM·7A·R&B

+2 BPMSame keyPopularSame era

Same key (7a), energy eases (-5%), minor tempo adjustment needed, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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Humpin' Around

Bobby Brown

110 BPM·5A·R&B

-2 BPMEnergy +2Related artistSame era

Keeps the same energy, matched brightness, minor tempo adjustment needed, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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It Takes Two

Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock

112 BPM·7A·Trap / Future Bass

Tempo lockSame keyPopularSame era

Same key (7a), keeps the same energy, vibe stays consistent, matching groove feel — seamless blend

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I'll Be Good

Rene & Angela

108 BPM·7A·R&B

-4 BPMSame keyPopularSame era

Same key (7a), energy eases (-8%), matched brightness, notable tempo gap – plan the handover — seamless blend

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1, 2 Step

Missy Elliott, Ciara

113 BPM·6A·R&B

Tempo lockAdjacentPopular

Adjacent key (6a), energy rises (+6%), matched brightness, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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About This Track

Rub You The Right Way by Johnny Gill is a bass-forward R&B track at 112 BPM with moderate drive and balanced groove. At 31% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.