Life is stressful. Period. So every now and then, no matter what age we are or what abilities we may have, everyone deserves a chance to sing at the top of their lungs and dance like there is no tomorrow. Unfortunately for my friends and random passerbys (if I'm in my car driving), I happen to perform both of these acts on a daily basis. Do I do them well? Absolutely not. But guess what. Life is too short to not go a little crazy every now and then. If you feel the same way, here's what I recommend:
1. "Jonesin' For You" by The Lionfish
Okay, I'm a little biased because these guys are from Fairfield, but you need to trust me when I say you definitely need to take a listen to these guys. You've probably heard them rocking out at The Levee during the school year or at WEHM's Real Band Battle over the summer. They're five Fairfield students and alumni who have a rocking sound and so much talent. You WON'T be disappointed when you hear them, I promise.
2. "Send Me On My Way" by Rusted Root
What are they even saying? The world may never know.
3. "Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen
We will never know how you can miss someone "so bad" before they come into your life, but hey, it's catchy ...
4. "Classic" by MKTO
Such a "CLASSIC" ... sorry that was bad.
5. "All-Star" by Smash Mouth
Ignore the people with their fingers and thumbs in the shape of an L on their foreheads ... you're an ALL-STAR.
6." I'm a Believer" by The Monkees/Smash Mouth
... and a believer too, I guess?
7. "Accidentally in Love" by Counting Crows
Turn a little faster and jump a little higher ... you deserve it.
8. "All the Way" by Timeflies
Make sure this song is on your weekend pre-game playlist...trust me.
9. "Jessie's Girl" by Rick Springfield
That awkward moment when you like the girl your best friend is dating ... sorry for your angst, Rick, but you made a pretty good song out of it.
10. "Stacy's Mom" by Fountains of Wayne
Stacy's Mom was the original MILF.
11. "I'll Be There for You (The Friends Theme)" by The Rembrandts
So, that really relatable TV show's theme song actually lasts more than 20 seconds! And pretty much describes my life on a daily basis!
12. "Run-Around" by Blues Traveler
You'll realize just how cool the harmonica is after you listen to this song.
13. "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison
I actually have blue eyes but it's OK, Van Morrison, I'll still be your girl.
14. "The Anthem" by Good Charlotte
For those days when you wonder why you're even in school still ...
15. "The Middle" by Jimmy Eat World
For when you need some reassurance that everything will be alright.
16. "I'd Do Anything" by Simple Plan
I don't know about anything ... maybe SOMEthings, but I'd have to draw the line somewhere.
17. "All the Small Things" by blink 182
You can go back into the cave you came from if you A) don't know this song or B) don't like it.
18. "Better Than Revenge" byTaylor Swift
Why wouldn't I have T-Swift on here?
19. "Hey Ya!" by Outkast
"SHAKE IT LIKE A POLAROID PIK-CHA"
20. "Hanging By A Moment" by Lifehouse
21. "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson
This song came out 11 years ago, and Kelly is still killing it.
22. "Sk8r Boi" by Avril Lavigne
The original "Girl Meets Boy, Boy Meets Girl" story.
23. "Come On Eileen" by Dexys Midnight Runners
Who actually is Eileen? We may never know, but thanks for an awesome song.
24. "Breakfast at Tiffany's" by Deep Blue Something
<3
25. "Footloose" by Kenny Loggins
Easily the greatest dancing song of all time. You'll have a hard time NOT kicking off your Sunday shoes while dancing to this.
26. "Bad Blood" by Taylor Swift
Surprise! More T-swift!
27. "Out of the Woods" by Taylor Swift
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Hey, she's inspirational. I have to strive for success somehow.
28. "Livin on A Prayer" by Bon Jovi
If you haven't belted this out at least ONCE in your life, then you haven't lived.
29. "Mickey" by Toni Basil
"Bring It On," anyone?
30. "Lonely No More" by Rob Thomas
Want motivation for a fresh start? This is the song for you.
31. "I Bet My Life" by Imagine Dragons
32. "Geronimo" by Sheppard
Say "Geronimo" and jump ahead ... don't linger in the past.
33. "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" by Beyonce
What kind of person would I be if I didn't have Beyonce on here?
34. "Love on Top" by Beyonce
35. "American Kids" by Kenny Chesney
Country is cool, okay?
36. "John Cougar, John Deere, John 3:16" by Keith Urban
Yes it is, I swear!
37. "Homegrown" by Zac Brown Band
Just listen to it, please?
38. "Chicken Fried" by Zac Brown Band
Pretty good, right?!
39. "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Doesn't matter how many times the radio has played it, "Uptown Funk" still "gon' give it to ya."
40. "Shut Up and Dance" by Walk the Moon
Title speaks for itself. Dance away.
