There are people who have spent their whole lives living the hustle and bustle of New York City on the daily. Those native to a life other's can only dream about. Some of them completely loving the life they were given and other's dreaming far away from it. Well while I'm sure they have some love for their home, this playlist isn't for them. It's for those who dream to be them.
It's for those who have spent ample time dreaming of a life they could have chasing their dreams in the city that never sleeps. Because the city is where dreams of being a Broadway phenomenon or a New York writer come to life. Aspiring New York go-getters romanticize the city and aren't ashamed to admit it. Sure, our dreams of New York may very well be of the 1940s, but since we haven't quite figured out time travel, we'll settle for the New York of tomorrow.
Until then, you can catch us jamming out to the tunes that capture the magic of this city the best!
1. "Welcome to New York" by Taylor Swift
Not trying to state the obvious or anything, but can't you just see yourself getting off a plane while listening to T-Swift? C'mon dreamers, New York is waiting for you!
2. "Alexander Hamilton" by Lin-Manuel Miranda
So the song isn't directly related to the city, but "in New York, you can be a new man" and new beginnings is part of the magic. Also, Lin-Manuel is genius and Hamilton song should always be part of any playlist.
3. "Empire State of Mind" by Alicia Keys
I don't know about you but this song makes me feel like I can take on the world, not just the city.
4. "N.Y.C." by Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin
Nothing transports you to NYC like this Broadway classic. Take a listen and think about the city full of opportunities.
5. "New York State of Mind" by Billy Joel
Billy Joel gets it. The aspiring New Yorker is in a constant New York state of mind and you bet this is the song to wind down to at the end of a long workday.
6. "King of New York" by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman
I don't think I have to explain how this song makes us feel, but it's the perfect song for those dreaming of the rags to riches life.
7. "Theme from New York, New York" by Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra created timeless masterpieces in his era. One of my favorites will always be this New York anthem. Also, no New York playlist will ever be complete without it. If you're an aspiring New Yorker, be sure to listen to this one on repeat regularly. It might not make your dreams come true, but it'll inspire YOU to chase those dreams.
If these songs don't make you fall in love with New York all over again, what will?