I tried really hard to meet the 10 song limit but it was near impossible for me to delete some of these songs. I saw other people bend the rule a bit so I thought I’d go with it too. None of these songs are hype songs, in the sense that would heighten my mood. Music is more of a relaxant for me although that’s not to say I don’t listen to upbeat songs. I also watch a lot of films so some of these songs may derive from movie titles. These songs can get me through anything. This is not listed in any particular order.
Fly by Ludovico Einaudi. This musical piece was played in the French comedy drama, The Intouchable, which coincidentally is also a very good film. Fly had a dominant presence in the film and impacted me the most.
Moanin’ by Art Blakey is the song that started my jazz addiction. My friend introduced it to me and I couldn’t help wanting more.
The Cave by Mumford & Sons is a popular track from their album Sigh No More. As with all Mumford & Sons songs, the lyrics and instrumental are jaw dropping. This is a song that a special friend introduced to me and had stuck to me ever since.
Imagine by John Lennon has the most inspirational lyrics that no other songs can match. Lennon was able to capture my attention with just the first line “Imagine there’s no heaven.”
Lego House by Ed Sheeran. I love Ed’s lyrics as they are unlike any other songwriter’s. It’s also delightful to find Ed Sheeran doing covers of your favorite songs.
Rebel Rebel by David Bowie. David Bowie produces those songs that you can’t get out of your head. This is one of them.
Nocturne No. 2 in E flat Major, Op. 9,2 by Chopin. This piece has yet failed to soothe me. It was gracefully composed by Chopin.
Dance With the Devil by Immortal Technique blew my mind the first time I heard it and does so consecutively with each listen. I had not expected the song to progress the way it did. This song also connected me to one of my closest friend.
Complainte De La Butte by Rufus Wainwright is a song sung in the French film Moulin Rouge. I have no idea what the man is saying but it’s not hard to guess by the way he’s singing.
Sunday Morning by Maroon 5. Adam Levine is an amazing vocalist and this is the designated chill song.
Same Love by Macklemore stands out amongst all the rap songs today. It preaches equal rights for same sex marriages which Macklemore addresses the issue perfectly.
Open Your Eyes by Bobby Caldwell. It’s a song that stuck to me since I was a kid. I still find myself putting it on repeat sometimes.
Cups by Anna Kendrick. A song made famous in the movie Pitch Perfect. Loved it the first time I heard it in the film and it doesn’t help that I adore Anna Kendrick. With that said, if Emma Watson starts singing, I’d have to remake this entire playlist.
On My Own by Lea Solonga. Lea has a beautiful voice and in my opinion, puts Anne Hathaway to shame (the whole cast really) in the remake of Les Miserables. She also sang A Whole New World as Jasmine in Aladdin, which led to many embarrassing covers as a kid.
Daniel by Dia Frampton. I knew her as a girl doing covers of Youtube and I’m jealous of her talent and her progress. Now she’s done tours and gained fame through The Voice. It makes me reflect on my own life and how little I’ve accomplished in comparison.
There’s many more that didn’t make the list. Hopefully this gives an idea of the person I am.
