If you're anything like me, you love music. A single song can surface quite a few different emotions. Spotify is my weakness and I've created specific playlists depending on how I feel at certain times. There have been so many underrated, up-and-coming artists recently, and honestly, it's tiring to keep up with them all. However, I can list more than a few that have caught my attention, especially when I'm feeling blue. These artists know how to communicate sorrow or melancholy so well, that I've created my own version of a ~sad times~ playlist with the exact songs below.
1. "crash" by EDEN
EDEN expresses a similar style in almost all of his songs, so his latest album, "vertigo" is perfect to listen to when you're having a bad day.
2. "All We Do" by Oh Wonder
One of my favorite songs by them, "All We Do" examines what it means to be human. Although it's probably not meant to be a sad song, its simple tune and heartfelt lyrics drew me to put it on this list. "We believe that everyone is equal. We are all human. We all deserve the world. And we can build that equality by sharing what love, knowledge, and magic we have, with others." - Oh Wonder
3. "Empty" by Olivia O'Brien
Olivia O'Brien has quite a few sad songs, as well; but, she makes each her own.
4. "Over My Head [Acoustic]" by The Fray
Most of you have probably heard the original, but the acoustic version is, in my opinion, so much better. You can hear the raw emotion surrounding each lyrical phrase. It's quite comforting.
5. "Blue" by The Neighbourhood
You might know The Neighbourhood because of their hit song "Sweater Weather," but their new album is just as fire. This song shows a different side of the band's voice, which is equally refreshing.
6. "1-800-273-8255" by Logic & Alessia Cara
This song doesn't need much explanation. It can bring hope, even on the darkest of days.
7. "Somebody Else" by Verite
This a cover, but I prefer this version over the original, sung by the 1975. I would recommend listening to any song by Verite because they're all so good. Her voice is absolute perfection.
8. "Let You Down" by NF
NF's rapping style drew me to put one of his songs on this list. That, combined with his authenticity give him mad respect.
9. "Nuvole Bianche" by Ludovico Einaudi
This is an instrumental piece, but I would wager that it brings out the most emotion in me, out of all of the songs on this list.
10. "Voldemort" by With Confidence
Contrary to the title of this song, it's extremely cheerful. Hence, it's perfect to listen to when you're feeling bummed. The main singer explained that the meaning behind this song represents overcoming mental health issues. “’Fear of a name only increases fear of the thing itself.’ Voldemort is my personification of mental illness and this song is a big, happy and carefree f*** you to Voldemort." It's a masterpiece - a must listen.
So, there you have it. If you were looking for song recommendations, you're welcome. If not, I hope you enjoyed scrolling through this sad boi mixtape!
