Summer Playlist: The Best Songs of the Summer

Taylor Boehm ‘26

With summer quickly approaching, you’re probably wondering, ‘what should I listen to so that I can set the vibe for the best summer yet? Whether you are soaking up the sun, biking down the street with your speaker, or just looking for the soundtrack to your summer memories, the right playlist can make all the difference. From feel-good summer sing-alongs to chill relaxing music, I’ve got you covered-making this summer playlist something you’ll remember even after the season ends. 

1. Pop Summer Vibes: This summer captures the essence of summer in all its bright, carefree, and energetic glory. These songs are perfect for blasting music in the car, hanging out at the beach with friends, watching the sunset at golden hour, and so much more. Enjoy!
   1. Pink Pony Club- Chappell Roan 
   2. Waffle House- The Jonas Brothers
   3. Heat Waves- Glass Animals 
   4. Sunroof- Nicky Youre, hey daisy
   5. I Ain’t Worried- OneRepublic
   6. Daydream- Harry Styles
   7. Hard Times- Paramore
   8. Something That I Want- Grace Potter
   9. Unwritten- Natasha Bedingfield 
   10. Lil Boo Thang- Paul Russell

1. Summer Country: Whether you’re cruising down a dirt road, sitting around a bonfire, or soaking up the sun by the lake, Summer Country delivers the perfect country-lover soundtrack for those warm, laid-back days. With a mix of modern and old-time country complete with twangy guitars, heartfelt lyrics, and a whole lot of southern charm, these songs capture the simple joys of summer.
   1. Austin (Boots Stop Working)- Dasha 
   2. Friends in Low Places- Garth Brooks
   3. Chicken Fried- Zac Brown Band
   4. Should’ve Been a Cowboy- Toby Keith 
   5. A Bar Song (Tipsy)- Shaboozey
   6. 7 Summers- Morgan Wallen
   7. Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma- Luke Combs
   8. Tennessee Whiskey- Chris Stapleton
   9. Dirt On My Boots- Jon Pardi
   10. Cruise- Florida Georgia Line

1. Throwback Summer: Experience summer while listening to those iconic summer songs everyone knows with Throwback Summer—a feel-good mix of timeless hits that bring back sunny memories and carefree vibes. From early 2000s bangers to retro classics, this playlist is all about fun, familiarity, and joy. 
   1. American Pie- Don McLean
   2. Miami- Will Smith
   3. All Star- Smash Mouth
   4. I Wanna Dance with Somebody- Whitney Houston 
   5. Cake by the Ocean- DNCE
   6. Hips Don’t Lie- Shakira, Wyclef Jean 
   7. Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles
   8. Jessie’s Girl- Rick Springfield
   9. I Love Rock N’ Roll- Joan Jett & the Blackheads
   10. Summer of ‘69- Bryan Adams 

1. Summer Relaxation: Slow down and soak in the calm with Summer Relaxation, maybe even getting some summer work out of the way with a smooth, mellow mix designed for unwinding under the sun. Whether you’re lounging in a hammock, watching the waves roll in, or enjoying a quiet sunset, these chill tracks bring the perfect laid-back vibe.  It’s your go-to soundtrack for all things relaxation, so enjoy!
   1. Belong Together- Mark Ambor
   2. Pencil Thin Mustache- Jimmy Buffett
   3. Sun is Shining- Bob Marley
   4. Hymn for the Weekend- Coldplay
   5. Banana Pancakes- Jack Johnson
   6. Fresh Eyes- Andy Grammer
   7. Stolen Dance- Milky Chance
   8. Slow Summer- Zachary Knowles
   9. Redbone- Childish Gambino
   10. Pink + White- Frank Ocean

1. Songs to Dance and Sing to: Get ready to turn up the volume and hit the dance floor with Songs to Dance and Sing to! This playlist is packed with infectious beats, catchy lyrics, and high-energy tunes that will have you moving and singing along from start to finish. Perfect for parties, car rides, or just when you need an instant mood boost, these songs are all about having fun this summer! 
   1. Head & Heart- Joel Corry, MNEK
   2. Summer of Love- Shawn Mendes, Tainy
   3. One Kiss- Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa
   4. Meant to Be- Bebe Rexha, Florida Georgia Line
   5. 2002- Anne Marie
   6. Taste- Sabrina Carpenter
   7. I Had Some Help- Morgan Wallen, Post Malone
   8. Shake it Off- Taylor Swift
   9. Azizam- Ed Sheeran
   10. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!- ABBA

Hopefully you enjoyed these song selections and give them a try in your 2025 summer playlist! Have an absolute blast this summer and remember, music makes everything better so set up your music playlist ASAP!