20 Songs You Need in Your Life Right Now

From the Internet to Bahamas, here are twenty songs that you definitely shouldn’t sleep on.

1.  It Gets Better (With Time) - The Internet

Upbeat and smooth, this neo-soul track may be the best on the album: listen here

2.    Blue - Willow Beats

This electronic duo gives us an incredibly vibey track, complete with layering and smooth vocals. Just trust me and listen to this song while looking at something beautiful (eg. a view, a person, etc) :listen here

3.    Anita - Smino

The smooth jazz beat is accompanied by ear-catching lyrics that exhibit Smino’s creative, fun side. If you listen closely, you may hear some Chance influence in his voice: listen here

4.    I Fall In Love Too Easliy-Caleb Belkin

A modern take on a class- just wait for the drop and you’ll understand why this is a must-hear:listen here

5.    Why iii Love The Moon. -Phony Ppl

This lead single has a certain honesty that catches your attention. Along with the raw lyrics, jazzy undertones help to carry this jam. Fun fact, the boys who released this JUST graduated from high school and are already releasing music with a very mature sound: listen here

6.    Depth Over Distance - Ben Howard

A personal fave, Ben Howard never fails to bring on all the feels. This emotional track includes lyrics AND instrumentals that will please any hopeless romantic: listen here

7.    Ten Out Of Nine - No Suits (ft. Jackii, NY Odus)

Smooth vocals and a heavy bass create a literal jam that will have you dancing. Extra points for a beautiful chorus: listen here

8    I’m in Love (feat. James Vincent McMorrow) - Kygo, James Vincent McMorrow

The unlikely pair of Kygo and James worked together to bless us with this track. Haunting vocals and deep percussion may make you confused on what emotion to feel (don’t worry, you’re not alone):listen here

9.    Thunder -Roy Blair

If you’re not listening to this song while the sun sets on your summer beach day, what are you doing?listen here
 

10.     Invite Me - Brent Faiyaz

Spanish-style, flared guitar riffs mix with a smooth R&B vibe to support the intense emotion this artist expresses in this song: listen here

11.   Eden - NoMBe, Geneva White

Is the artist singing about wanting to reconnect with his faith? Or maybe with the idea of love? I guess you’ll need to listen to find out: listen here

12.  1999 Wildfire - BROCKHAMPTON

The boys are back with another hit. But, this time it sounds different. With a new, R&B- throwback sound, multiple members rap throughout the track, and a fun chorus ties it all together: listen here

13. Juke Jam (triple j Like A Version) -Ziggy Alberts

If you like the original version and appreciate amazing vocals, then I guarantee you’ll love this song. One of my current favorites: listen here

14.  The Less I Know The Better - Tame Impala

A classic you should know. Mixing some impressive falsetto with fun guitar riffs, this “idgaf” song is good for any mood. Also, there’s a 99% you’ve heard this song in some trendy coffee shop at some point: listen here

15. anemone - slenderbodies

With a sound that is explicitly “Californian”, this summer song should only be played at the beach. You’ll hear the guitar-picking and just know:listen here

16. Sentimental Trick -Future Jr. 

The line between friendship and romance can be tricky, and these lyrics describe this dilemma perfectly. This song is guaranteed to take you right back to being in love for the first time: listen here

17.  I’ve Always Been - Mac Ayres, Jack Dine, Zach Berro

With a carefree, relaxed tempo, Mac’s soulful voice gives us a song that can set the mood for any room: listen here

18. All The Time - Bahamas

I WISH I had all the time in the world to listen to this song. With a great melody and electric sonic tones in the back, this one is another fave.  listen here

19.  Still - The Japanese House

Ugh, that VOICE.. If you want to listen to a beautiful piece of music and feel nostalgic- #19 is for you: listen here

20.  waves (Tame Impala Remix) - Miguel, Tame Impala

Tame Impala and Miguel?! Who woulda thought. But, it definitely works. This feel-good song is best when listened to while driving with the windows down.   listen here