Returning to St. Joe’s campuses has brought a breath of fresh air to students. Or maybe it’s just because the average temperature is below 30 °F. The snowfall and chilly weather invites nights inside, curled up in the warmth of our homes. When stepping out into the freezing cold, play these songs to embrace the winter wonderland.
“Winter Weather” – Benny Goodman and Peggy Lee
Start the day with “Winter Weather,” a classic jazz song recorded and released in 1941. This upbeat swing song will help you romanticize the crisp air, reminding us of the magic of the winter. The combination of saxophone, trumpet and trombone solos brings an energetic tune to the song.
“Winterlude” – Bob Dylan
“Oh darlin,’” Bob Dylan has just the song for you. Recorded on his 1970 album “New Morning,” “Winterlude” is a country-waltz song that prompts us all to cozy up by the fire. The song title refers to an annual winter festival in Gatineau and Ottawa, Canada, that honors Canadian culture in the winter season.
“Winter Winds” – Mumford & Sons
Often debated to be a Christmas song, this single encapsulates a chaotic relationship, during which Marcus Mumford fought and lost a battle of love. The “Winter Winds” themselves refer to feelings of cold and loneliness. The moving lyrics bring an ache of emotion to the audience, gaining popularity every year around wintertime.
“Winter” – Khalid
R&B singer Khalid delivers “Winter” with his smooth vocals and introspective lyrics. He explores the feeling of emotional coldness through his song, using the winter season as a metaphor for isolation and longing. The song’s mood is upbeat, but its lyrics provide a deeper meaning to the listener.
“White Winter Hymnal” – Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes wrote “White Winter Hymnal” with a melody inspired by Walt Disney’s Snow White. Lead vocalist Robin Pecknold felt influenced by a time in middle school when his friends left him, a memory that brings him back to his childhood days. The tune provides a wintertime ambiance to the listener, perfect for a cold day on campus.
