The Top 10 Songs from Our Summer Playlist

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Whether you like to kick back in the car with some classic rock or relax at home with smooth hip hop, there’s something for everyone in our summer playlist. Packed with 30 hot weather essentials, bop along to sunshiny beats while cruising on the road or chilling in the garden.

In this article, we’ll take you through 10 of our best picks from the playlist and get the bottom of what makes these songs summer essentials.

Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys

It only takes a few bars of a Beach Boys song to evoke that summery feeling, and no song does that better than “Good Vibrations”. While it might seem like an easy, breezy tune, it actually was an impressive feat of songwriting for its time, incorporating unusual sounds, beautiful harmonies and several unexpected musical shifts within the song, all of which makes it sound just as interesting now as it did in 1966.

Summertime by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince

There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about the 90s, especially thanks to the many hip hop gems that emerged from this decade, and “Summertime” is a feel-good number from hip hop duo DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince (Will Smith). Hugely successful at its release, its laidback melody and relaxed vocals means it stands the test of time as an essential piece for a chilled out garden party.

Running Up That Hill by Kate Bush

Kate Bush is an artist who manages to strike an impressive balance between accessibility and eccentricity. And unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few weeks, no doubt you will have noticed the resurgence of her captivating song, “Running Up That Hill”, made globally famous 37 years after its initial release by the hit show Stranger Things. Probably the most conventional song from the weird and wonderful Kate Bush, its intriguing combination of ethereal synths, pounding drums and expressive vocals makes this track a summer must-listen.

Watermelon Sugar by Harry Styles

Since his band One Direction went on hiatus, Harry Styles has enjoyed incredible success as a solo artist. The catchy “Watermelon Sugar” blurs the lines between pop, funk and indie, making it a well-rounded and easy listen that can be enjoyed by fans of any genre. But the song also has a literary inspiration, with Harry Styles naming the song after the novel In Watermelon Sugar by Richard Brautigan, a copy of which happened to be on the table during recording.

Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles

No playlist is complete without a contribution from the world’s favourite band. “Here Comes the Sun” is both a beautiful tune for a summer evening and also a song of hope for brighter days to come, making it relatable and enjoyable on many levels. The soft guitar, catchy hook and mellow vocals from George Harrison give this song an otherworldly yet serene sound that’s perfect for this season. And like all of the Fab Four’s music, “Here Comes the Sun” is totally timeless.

Island In The Sun by Weezer

Here’s one for the old-school indie fans. Despite the slightly downbeat vocal style, “Island in the Sun” creates a surprisingly relaxed and tropical vibe, and all in a rather unconventional way. All of this makes this deceptively simple tune a go-to summer song for the alternative rock crowd.

Three Little Birds by Bob Marley

A genre that’s well-known for conjuring up that sunny feeling is reggae, and nobody does it better than the unsurpassable Bob Marley. Since its release in 1977, “Three Little Birds” has become one of Marley’s most played songs, and is now somewhat of a feelgood anthem guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Shotgun by George Ezra

This earworm comes from George Ezra, whose distinctive vocals have made him one of the most popular UK artists of the past decade. “Shotgun” has enjoyed plenty of airtime on the radio and for good reason. With its singalong chorus and plucky melody, it’s the ideal song for a lazy day in the sun.

Summer of ‘69 by Bryan Adams

A powerful ode to nostalgia, “Summer of ‘69” is one of those classic rock songs that anyone can belt out on a summer road trip or a family BBQ. Despite the uptempo melody, the piece actually has a rather melancholy theme, exploring the struggle of an artist trying to make it in the music industry, not that this at all distracts from this firecracker of a song.

Temperature by Sean Paul

A standout party piece is a must-have for any summer playlist, and that’s where “Temperature” by Sean Paul comes in. A Jamaican rapper from the dancehall scene, Sean Paul is known for his upbeat songs that really pack a punch. Boasting a pulsing beat and Paul’s impressive rapping ability, this song is sure to raise the roof of any pool party.

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