Music. Everyone has their own personal taste when it comes to listening to songs. However, I think there are a select few that never fail to make people feel pumped up and just in an overall better mood. Whenever I need a pick me up, I turned to Pandora or other sites that will let me loudly listen to these jams. These are just a few of my personal favorites. Yet, I highly suggest everyone give these songs a listen at least once in their life.
7. Drops of Jupiter- Train
Even though this song came out a few years ago, it never fails to make me smile. The accompaniment is great and the lyrics are unique but wonderful. It makes you want to find your passions in life. Besides who doesn't like things mentioned in it like: deep fried chicken or your best friend always sticking up for you?
6. I Wanna Dance with Somebody- Whitney Houston
I don't know what it is about this song but every single time it comes on I have to move around and jam out to it. This track is just completely upbeat and is a great excuse to start dancing. Any clouds of grey seem to fade when you play this great song by the talented Whitney Houston.
5. Mr. Brightside- The Killers
This tune is always one I will sing loudly and obnoxiously, especially while driving in traffic. It might not have the happiest of lyrics but it is super catchy. I love everything about it from the vocals, to the accompaniment, and the music video is quite interesting as well.
4. We Didn't Start the Fire- Billy Joel
Billy Joel is forever one of the greatest artists in the Rock & Roll genre. Although this isn't my favorite one of his songs, this track will get you yelling the lyrics and will make you move. Learning all the lyrics was one of the best challenges I made myself accomplish. It is both historical and improves your mood.
3. Come on Eileen- Dexys Midnight Runners
Okay, so I might only understand the words in the chorus but that doesn't stop me from turning my volume up on this song. Plus, almost everyone knows this popular hit.
2. Valerie- Amy Winehouse
Even though she died at a young age, Amy Winehouse sang some well known and memorable songs. Her voice is unlike many females, it almost has a 50's vibe to it. This song just has a great sound and even better lyrics.
"Take a sad song and make it better." The Beatles are one of the greatest bands that ever existed. Hey Jude is a perfect song to make the worst of days turn around and the lyrics really touch your heart. It starts of with an easy rhythm then after a few minutes it bursts into some happy "na na na na's" along with Paul McCartney's amazing scat skills.
I could make this list go on and on forever, but these select few songs never fail to put a smile on my face. I hope if you are unfamiliar with them you take the time to listen to these hits. Perhaps, send them to someone who desperately needs some light in their life.
