5 Songs to Add to Your Summer Playlist
Summer is around the corner, and nothing gets me in the summer mood like a good playlist. Here are five songs that are essential for your summer playlist:
This recently released track is the perfect, uplifting summer song that will get you out of your school brain and put you right into beach mode. This song has just the right amount of lyrics with several high-tempo music breaks. The synth-pop beat combination tells a story that makes for the perfect song to blast in the car with your windows down on a sunny summer day.
2. “Sunshine” by Latto (featuring Lil Wayne and Childish Gambino)
This song is slightly less fast paced and has more of a chill vibe to it. This song feels like it was made for relaxing by the pool on a hot summer day, but it is by no means boring. Between Latto’s alluring vocals and Lil Wayne and Childish Gambino’s bolder rap verses, this song is the perfect mix of R&B and hip hop. The piano based beat combined with the repeating lyric “I just let the sunshine on me,” make for the perfect summer song.
In this song, ASAP Rocky samples the beat from Tame Impala’s “Why Won’t You Make Up Your Mind” while adding his own twist. This track shows off not only ASAP’s rap skills but also gives a taste of his vocal range during the chorus.
For all my lovers of alternative music, I guarantee this will be your most played song this summer. This track has a beachy feel to it and is heavily instrumental. The guitar and drums used in the beat are the perfect compliment to the lead singer, Joshua Harmon’s raspy yet powerful vocals. Even if this is not your typical genre of music, this song is the perfect addition to your summer playlist.
5. “Stargazing” by The Neighbourhood
This is another alternative track that flawlessly combines soft vocals with upbeat and somewhat psychedelic sounding music. I listen to this song year round, and it always reminds me of summertime. It is the perfect amount of mellow while still being exciting and captivating, and it can lift your mood at any time.
Honorable mentions: “Disco Man” by Remi Wolf, “Ayye” by Mac Miller, and “Elephant” by Tame Impala