With all this chilly weather, I am counting down the days to my holiday vacation now more than ever. Goodbye bipolar Gainesville weather, hello warm, sunny Caribbean. Whether you too are going on vacation this break, or just need some songs to warm up your mood, here is my ultimate vacation playlist.
1. It's 5 o'clock Somewhere - Alan Jackson, Jimmy Buffett
If this song doesn't give you the vacation feels- nothing can. This song puts me on a warm beach with a cold drink in my hand- even if I'm walking to class in the rain.
2. Blank Space - Taylor
The upbeat tune of Blank Space can't help but put you in a good or hopeful mood- just enough hope to keep you pushing through to vacation. Not only that, but it's also a great song to scream-sing.
3. Danza Kuduro - Don Omar
After years of listening to this song at every cruise stop, it still pumps me up every time I hear it. Do I have any idea what it's translated too? Nope, still no idea. Do I care? Absolutely not.
4. Rather Be - Clean Bandit
No place it'd rather be than on vacation. This song can help you get through the day when you're walking to class, while wishing you weren't.
5. Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
Did you know that Margaritaville actually exists? With over 25 locations, and not just in the islands, you are bound to find an escape near you. My favorite location is Grand Turk. Their mountain high nachos are definitely worth day-dreaming over.
6. Trap Queen - Fetty Wap
This song will never go out of style. Since it's a song we all know the words too, it's just too fun to sing together while having an awesome day. Whether that be on a cruise ship or during a study-sesh in the library, it reminds us that fun times are ahead if we just keep working.
7. Want to Want Me - Jason Derulo
This song is sure to improve your mood. It's upbeat and a great song to sing along to. It makes me want to be on vacation with my family and friends.
8. Escape (The Pina Colada Song) - Rupert Holmes
I plead guilty to screaming this in my car before facing the reality that I must get out and go to class. Who doesn't love pina coladas and getting stuck in the rain?
9. She Doesn't Mind - Sean Paul
The beat to this song is contagious. I'm positive this will be one you will want to add to your playlist, too.
10. Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo - Tracy Byrd
This song is great to sit back and relax to. It reminds us of effortless, good times to come once all the work is done.
No matter if your next vacation is soon or far away, these songs serve as a good reminder to keep working towards your next one. See you in no time blue ocean and warm beaches!
