I know that most people's summers probably aren't going to turn out quite like they wanted, but the one thing that the coronavirus can't take away from us is some gosh-darn good tunes. So sit back, relax, and soak in the sunny rays of this list of songs that truly capture the essence of all we wish summer to be. Whether they directly mention my favorite season of the year by name or just illicit an unexplainable energy, these songs will make you feel as happy and warm as a golden summer day.
"We Owned The Night"- Lady Antebellum
The first of many country songs on this list, because they all just capture that same summertime feeling.
"Jump Right In"- Zac Brown Band
The energy this island tune exudes >>>>
"Make It Sweet"- Old Dominion
You can't help but smile when you hear this song.
"Come On Eileen"- Dexys Midnight Runners
This song is in its own category.
"Summer Of '69"- Bryan Adams
Nothing but respect to a true classic.
"Brown Eyed Girl"- Van Morrison
Makes me feel proud to have poop-colored eyes for once.
"Boys of Summer"- Don Henley
This song could end wars- it just brings people together.
"Wild at Heart"- Gloriana
This tune makes me nostalgic for a summer that I never even had.
"Lush Life"- Zara Larsson
Was a bop, still is a bop, forever gonna be a bop.
"We Got the World"- Icona Pop
Tell me this doesn't slap.
"Burning"- Maggie Rogers
Honestly, all of Maggie Rogers' songs give off summery vibes.
"I'm Born to Run"- American Authors
What's summer without some adventure and travel? Even if we can't right now, we can still dream.
"Don't Get Better Than That"- LOCASH
This song reminds me of The College World Series, and that probably makes no sense but just trust me.
"Cool"- Jonas Brothers
I mean just watch the music video.
"SummerThing"- Afrojack ft. Mike Taylor
Ha, it's got summer in the title, so it's kind of a given.
"Cut to the Feeling"- Carly Rae Jepsen
Who doesn't love a good tune to dance to?
"Heads Carolina, Tails California"- Jo Dee Messina
Road trip vibes.
"Chained to the Rhythm"- Katy Perry ft. Skip Marley
Did everyone else forget about this song and its sheer perfection?
"19 You + Me"- Dan + Shay
Dan + Shay can do no wrong.
"Chasing Highs"- ALMA
Forever in love with this bop.
"I Was Jack ( You Were Diane)"- Jake Owen
If you like this one, then check out the OG "Jack and Diane" too.
"Watermelon Sugar"- Harry Styles
I don't even like watermelon, and this king has me screaming the words to this song at the top of my lungs.
"Golden Hour"- Kacey Musgraves
No playlist is complete without some Kacey Musgraves.
"Brighter Than The Sun"- Colbie Caillat
This one just seems like a no-brainer.
"Came Here For Love"- Sigala, Ella Eyre
YESSSSS! How can anyone on earth hate this song?????


















