For most college students, finals week is go time. It is the point when you realize you haven’t been paying nearly enough attention in class. You try and make up for a semester of slacking off by studying extra hard for 72 hours during the weekend before.
Someone has your back, though. There are two women in this world who know exactly how you’re feeling. Some might even say that these two musical geniuses wrote their lyrics just for you.
Here is a day by day playlist for finals week that will give your roller coaster of emotions a set of tracks to cling to.
The Day Before Your First Final.
Destiny’s Child: “Bootylicious”
On this day you’ve studied up on all your subjects and you’re so confident in your test-taking abilities that no one could be ready for this jelly you’re bringing. Go you!
The Week Begins.
Day 1
Beyonce: “Run the World (Girls)”
So, you’re still feeling pretty good at this point. You are ready to attack that first final with a fiery fist full of knowledge. No matter your gender, today, you run the world. You are about to get in there and get it done!
Day 2
Okay, okay so that first final didn’t go the way you expected but you have to keep going. Plead with yourself, “Cause you…and me could move a mountain.” Stay positive friends.
Day 3
Setbacks happen, and no matter how the week is going at this point you know you can do it. You’re half way through the week and the finish line is in sight! Let the strong voices of this Destiny’s Child classic guide you through the day.
Day 4
You have a test tomorrow and you don’t feel prepared so what do you do? You grab a dangerously caffeinated beverage and vow to stay up until you have learned the material. But, what’s this? What are you doing? Losing stamina, that’s what. Well, now you’ve done it, friends. At this point, you will have entered Adele territory.
Day 5
You stayed up all night…and now all you can do is turn in your paper, or take your test and hope for the best. As you watch from the other side, at least you can say you’ve tried.
Day 6
As you know, yesterday did not go well but the week is almost over. Defeat and relief each wash over you as you contemplate what the remnants of this week will mean for the rest of your life. “Look, don’t get me wrong. I know there is no tomorrow.”
Day 7
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It is obvious that you’ve had a rough week. We won’t look back at you, you crumbling fool. As you pick up your dignity, please bow out gracefully.
The Day After Finals Week
Let us leave on this final note. “When the world seems so cruel and your heart makes you feel like a fool. I promise you will see that I will be, I will be your remedy.” Fret not, sleepy college student, Adele is here for you.
If you’re feeling bummed after finals week don’t just sit around and sulk, put on some Beyonce and bring some excitement back into your life. After all, the semesters over and you are free!
Good luck with finals everyone!
