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20 Lesser Known Songs Guaranteed To Make Your Day A Little Happier

I dare you to listen to this happy playlist and not smile.

Annie Burdick

Feb 22, 2016

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20 Lesser Known Songs Guaranteed To Make Your Day A Little Happier

Having a bad day?

We've all been there. Maybe you're sick or you just got fired or you know you failed that midterm.

Or, maybe you're actually feeling great this week and you need a soundtrack to compliment your happiness.

Well, no matter the circumstances, if you're in the mood to feel happy, this may be your simple solution. Here is a list of songs (that I love) that I think are guaranteed to make you feel a little happier. You've probably never heard of many of these, but I bet you'll be glad you did.

So what are you waiting for? Pull up your Spotify and get happy!

1. "Empress" by Morningsiders

Brace yourself for a lot of good vibes, piano and string instruments.

2. "Hang On" by X Ambassadors

Honestly, I'm biased because this is my favorite band, but literally all of their songs are amazing. Consider also checking out "B.I.G.," "Feather," "Jungle," and "Fear."

3. "A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got)" by Fergie

What's better than modern pop/rap meets 1920s flapper vibes?

4. "Reflections" by Misterwives

This song (and its corresponding music video) will definitely make you smile.

5. "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire

If you don't know this classic 1978 hit, look it up, please. Then proceed to dance around like a joyous disco-maniac.

6. "Open Road" by Roo Panes

A folksy, upbeat song with lots of whistling and an awesome video to top it off? Might just do the trick.

7. "Not My Day" by Keith James

This guy knows exactly how you're feeling, and he'll definitely help you feel better about it.

8. "5 To Midnight" by AMZY

The chorus of this song is exactly what you need to listen to today.

9. "Carried Away" by Dionysia

Acoustic and soulful in all the best ways.

10. "Gimme A Break" by Nekokat

Quirky and charming, all in a happy musical package.

11. "Make This Leap" by The Hunts

Seven brothers and sisters started a band and created this song just to make you happy. Honestly, though, even their story is awesome.

12. "It's Not Unusual" by Tom Jones

A 1965 classic. I mean, look at that charming grin and soulful stare.

13. "Heartbreak Dreamer" by Mat Kearney

This song has a subtle way of reminding you that everyone is dealing with things and that you're amazing no matter what.

14. "I'm Good" by The Mowgli's

If you can't say you're good before listening to this, it might be a lot easier after you listen.

15. "Scars To Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara

If you're ever feeling not so great about yourself, Alessia's got your back.

16. "This World Is Yours" by Adam Martin

This song is here to help you remember that this world is yours if you want it.

17. "Hello Honey" by Ivory Hours

In the mood to hang out with these guys and groove and smile all the time? Same.

18. "Yeah Yeah Yeah" by Jax Jones

This song makes me feel like running a mile or something, which is saying something because I am 100 percent not a runner.

19. "The Struggle" by Grizfolk

Feeling empowered yet? I sure hope so.

20. "Mama Said" by Lukas Graham

Full of lots of nostalgia and good reminders, this song gets more and more amazing as you get into it, and it's even better with every listen.

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20 Lesser Known Songs Guaranteed To Make Your Day A Little Happier

I dare you to listen to this happy playlist and not smile.

1. "Empress" by Morningsiders

2. "Hang On" by X Ambassadors

3. "A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got)" by Fergie

4. "Reflections" by Misterwives

5. "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire

6. "Open Road" by Roo Panes

7. "Not My Day" by Keith James

8. "5 To Midnight" by AMZY

9. "Carried Away" by Dionysia

10. "Gimme A Break" by Nekokat

11. "Make This Leap" by The Hunts

12. "It's Not Unusual" by Tom Jones

13. "Heartbreak Dreamer" by Mat Kearney

14. "I'm Good" by The Mowgli's

15. "Scars To Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara

16. "This World Is Yours" by Adam Martin

17. "Hello Honey" by Ivory Hours

18. "Yeah Yeah Yeah" by Jax Jones

19. "The Struggle" by Grizfolk

20. "Mama Said" by Lukas Graham

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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