Spring break might have passed, but there’s no need to completely abandon that relaxed mindset as we start the final eight weeks of the semester. Kick back and stay relaxed with these five feel-good, serotonin-boosting songs that will bring even more sunshine to your life.
“Dogs Days are Over” – Florence + the Machine
I can promise that you’ll be smiling within the first three seconds of this song. This upbeat jam will instantly make you want to get up on your feet and clap along with your favorite people. Let happiness “hit you like a train on a track” and enjoy the pure bliss this song evokes.
“Tongue Tied” – Grouplove
I adore this song, and I know you will too if you don’t already. This single from the indie pop/rock band, Grouplove’s, 2011 debut album will have you reminiscing about that perfect summer night in high school. Let the catchy beat of this track bring you to your happy place and help you keep that spring break mindset we all desire.
“OTW” – Khalid ft. 6lack, Ty Dolla $ign
Just good vibes all around, that’s it, that’s all. Khalid is the king of serotonin boosts, and his calming voice can’t help but make you feel content with life. Bring in the warm weather with an even warmer song that will make you wanna drive with all your windows down as the sun sets in the distance.
“Put Your Records On” – Corinne Bailey Rae
This oldie is for sure a goodie. If you’ve never passionately poured your heart out into this song on GarageBand at age nine, have you even really lived? Therapeutic in the best way possible, this song is sure to put you in a zen and happy mode.
“Pocketful of Sunshine” – Natasha Bedingfield
Yes, we are rewinding to the days when you were bobbing your head to this absolute banger from the back seat of your mother’s Nissan.This iconic song will never go out of style, and will never fail to bring out that nostalgic feeling of joy, no matter how old or young the listener. Let this song “take you away to better days” and fill that pocket up with all the sunshine that this season has to offer.
