Victor Hugo once said, "Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent." I just love that quote, don't you? Because it's so true - music speaks things that our souls and hearts feel. It seduces our mind into thinking and coaxes our bodies into dancing. My love of music, is why I have decided to write a blogpost showcasing my ultimate Spring playlist. Since Winter has all the Christmas music to contend with, and Summer has all the cool summery jams (California Girls by Katy Perry...obviously), it seemed like Spring just needed a playlist. So here is my Spring playlist. Enjoy!
1. "Colors" by Laleh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH2yPTkOP9s
This song is really cool because Laleh isn't a super well-known artist and her voice is very unique. It has an upbeat sound but the lyrics are deep. It's the perfect song to listen to when Winter is fading and Spring is causing all sorts of beautiful weather.
2. "Ophelia" by The Lumineers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTOC_q0NLTk
I enjoy this particular tune for two reasons. The first reason I like this song is because I love the Luminneers. The second reason is because this song has a bouncy sort of feel. The piano is wonderful in it, and the music video is particularly enjoyable as well. The song makes me think of flowers popping up in Spring.
3. "Bryn" by Vampire Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpN5DuffebM
I honestly don't have a reason for adding this to my Spring playlist. Perhaps it's because I love Vampire Weekend? Or maybe because it seems like a joyful, adventurous song. Whatever the reason, you must listen to it. It's rather wonderful.
4. "Electric Love" by BøRNS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYr96YYEaZY
Ring by Spring, ever heard of it? Yeah, me too, all the time... Anyway, since all of the animals are getting all cozy and girls everywhere are getting engaged, this song seemed only fitting for the Spring playlist.
5. "Strawberry Swing" by Coldplay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3pJZSTQqIg
In the Spring, all these wonderful flowers start blooming and things turn green again and fruit starts appearing every which way. Thinking of fruit sprouting up during Spring instantly made me think of this Coldplay song. It's the perfect Spring song for walking around and eating strawberries.
6. "Waste" by Foster the People
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbEVzpdOlVg
For those of you in the college world like me, finishing the next last weeks of school has been exponentially rough. What with the wonderful weather and my general exhaustion from all the homework and classes, it seems like this song is especially fitting. The main lyrics are, "and every day that you wanna waste, you can". How is that not fitting for a tired college student who would rather procrastinate in the Spring and enjoy the sun than do their homework?!
7. "Washed Out" by New Theory
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v00RQms9QiM
This song makes me think of Spring slowly coming to an end and Summer appearing in the (hopefully) near future. It's got a very unique sound to it, and it's kind of relaxing but still upbeat all at the same time.
8. "Sunlight" by Bag Raiders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSVbz4sdcjQ
Since Winter is starting to finally disappear and we are in the middle of Spring, this song seems only fitting. It's all about sunlight, something which I am glad the end of March/beginning of April is finally bringing.
9. "Ocean Drive" by Duke Dumont
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CdEfL-XrSk
I find this song good to listen to because it just reminds me of Spring break. Of Spring break romances and adventure and the beach and hope for the summer.
10. "Carry On Wayward Son" by Kansas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X_2IdybTV0
There are a few reasons I chose to put this song on my Spring playlist. The first reason is that I'm obsessed with Supernatural, so I had to put this into my playlist. The second is because it's all about carrying on and staying strong. For those of us that are in college and struggling to get to the finish line, this is a good reminder that we just need to carry on; summer is coming.
11. "Punching in a Dream" by The Naked and Famous
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfkL6h4nngs
I just really love the Naked and Famous, so I had to include one of their songs on my Spring playlist, and this has always been one of my favorites. For some reason, it just says Spring to me.
12. "Polish Girl" by Neon Indian
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fo6ZaCTqxwM
This song is very unique and tech-y sounding. It reminds me of going through the motions of Spring and looking towards the excitement and joy of Summer.
13. "Ottoman" by Vampire Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tz5E8GMQXZU
I first heard this song on Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist, so naturally I had to put it in my Spring playlist. I love the string instruments in this song, and it's very catchy.
14. "Daylight" by Matt and Kim
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCejeGRR1L4
Okay, so one of the main reasons I had to include this song in my Spring playlist is because it's called "Daylight", which makes me think of Spring and warmer weather and sunshine and flowers. The guys that sing this song have unique and interesting voices, so it makes listening to the song fun.
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