"Best Part" (feat. H.E.R.) isn't just a song; it's a modern standard that redefined the 2010s R&B landscape by stripping away the "loudness" of contemporary production in favor of raw, acoustic intimacy. The Essence of the Song
: "Best Part" won Best R&B Performance at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards and Best Collaboration at the 2018 Soul Train Music Awards.
: It made Daniel Caesar the first male artist to send his first two chart entries straight to No. 1 on the Adult R&B Songs chart (following "Get You"). Best Part (feat. H.E.R.)
At its core, "Best Part" is a gentle love letter that finds profound meaning in the mundane.
: The lyrics use everyday necessities— coffee in the morning , water in the desert , and Tylenol for a headache —to describe a partner. These aren't just romantic gestures; they represent a love that is functional and vital for survival. "Best Part" (feat
The song's magic stems from a legendary collaboration between two R&B powerhouses:
: Caesar’s background in gospel music is evident in the song’s structure and soul, blending traditional influences with a modern, minimalist R&B feel. Cultural Impact : It made Daniel Caesar the first male
: The track was reportedly written in just four hours . During a session in LA, H.E.R. (Gabi Wilson) suggested revisiting a specific set of chords Daniel Caesar had played earlier, which Jeff Robinson immediately recognized as a potential "major duet".