Being from New Jersey is a blessing. Parkway to Turnpike, this little state has a lot of personality. We have great hair, golden tans, delicious tomatoes, the best malls, diners, and the beach. Plus, our musicians are some of the finest. In the Summer, we all love to get to the beach as much as possible. We even have created our own token term, "Down the Shore." So, I have accumulated a playlist of songs for your listening pleasure for your beach trip, barbecue, or anything else you may be doing this Summer. All of these artists are from New Jersey, and I think that is something to be proud of. Enjoy, bennies.

1. "Jersey Girl" (Live) - Bruce Springsteen

For when you're in love with a Jersey girl.

2. "Runaway" - Bon Jovi

For when no one hears a single word you say.

3. "My Way" - Frank Sinatra

For when you live a life that's full.

4. "Teenagers" - My Chemical Romance

For when teenagers scare the living shit out of you.

5. "Smile" - Vitamin C

For when life ain't easy.

6. "Atlantic City" - Bruce Springsteen

For when you meet me tonight in Atlantic City.

7. "Chainsaw" - Nick Jonas

For when you wanna take a chainsaw to the sofa.

8. "Paranoid" - Jonas Brothers

For when you might be paranoid.

9. "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" - Whitney Houston

For when you wanna dance with somebody.

10. "On My Way" - Lea Michele

For when your heart's too drunk to drive.

11. "Marvin Gaye" - Charlie Puth

For when there's lovin' in your eyes.

12. "Who Says You Can't Go Home" - Bon Jovi

For when you've been all around the world and there's only one place left you wanna go.

13. "Hips Don't Lie" - Shakira feat. Wyclef Jean

For when your hips don't lie.

14. "Dig Up Her Bones" - Misfits

For when you have seen the demon's face.

15. "Thunder Road" - Bruce Springsteen

For when you need one more Bruce Springsteen song.