Being in August, summer’s still going on with several weeks of thrills to go. And whatever you’re doing, there’s got to be some music beats you need to keep you going through it all. Whether you’re relaxing poolside, tanning on the beach, going on a hike, taking a road trip or heading for vacation, you can’t help but do it all while listening to the rhythm of summer.
Though there are different beats to summer. Some like their playlists to get you into that dancing mood. Others enjoy simmering it down with some slow music to keep them relaxed while the rest rather have the best mix to suit their summery fun. With the thousands upon thousands of artists out there, there’s millions of music to choose from. I know without mine to keep me moving, I’d be a dud and a total couch potato, barely moving. Especially with this heat. Wow! But whether you’re in the comfort of air conditioning or sweating it out under the sweltering sun, just turn on that radio and blast some fun into your day.
Everyday for me is never-ending fun even while working, being outdoors, on the road or chores as music gets me moving. I need to get that upbeat mood going so I can get moving, keep moving and sing as loud as I want and nobody can tell me how to sing. (I do get lyrics on songs wrong all the time.)
So, what exactly gets me through my daily summer routine? Of course some grooving and crazy music to help with a bit of relaxing beats thrown in! Check out the top ten in my playlist (in no specific order):
10. Heart Like California by Before You Exit – This first-person point of view love song has always been a favorite since I heard it last year.
9. Love You Like A Love Song by Selena Gomez – I love love songs. Especially with an erratic beat to it. And the video was amazingly done with awesome costume styles.
8. Heartbeat by Kelly Clarkson – A positive outlook on being able to love again! This was the song that always lifted my spirits during heartache.
7. Roar by Katy Perry – A powerful, innovating song like this one is a playlist must-have! The positive message coming from this song motivates me.
6. Monochrome no Kiss – This is actually the opening song to one of my favorite animes, Black Butler. Nothing too special about it, but it’s upbeat and in Japanese (I love Japanese culture).
5. Cherish by Madonna – Madonna’s music always has a place in my playlist. This is a sweet love song that fulfills my days wheneve I hear it.
4. Your Biggest Fan by Jonas Brothers feat. China Anne McClain – Originally heard on Jonas L.A., I enjoyed the sweetness the vocals held when sung to a loved one.
3. Summer Time by New Kids On The Block – This is a great song to listen to during summer. Not only because it talk about summer romance, but I’ve a NKOTB fan since the early 90s.
2. Us Against The World by Christina Milian – It’s a bit slow which is what I like. Yet another love song added into my collection, but it’s nice to slow down once in awhile, right?
1. Heart Attack by Demi Lovato – Every single music piece done by her is in my playlist because she’s got a fantastic voice singing songs that can get you moving!
Those are only a handful in my summer playlist, with dozens more to go. They’re motivational, inspiring, sweet, summery, positive and a whole lot more. Music like that is needed to get through daily life for me. And the best part is, it doesn’t have to be music all about summer either! That’d be a bit boring, right?
What about you? What are you top ten songs of summer?