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Choose Joy, A Playlist

Five songs for when everything is going just right.

Emily Miller

Mar 20, 2019

University of Oklahoma

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1. joy. (3:54) — For King and Country, Burn the Ships (2018)

Although For King and Country is technically a contemporary Christian band, this song can be about anything. The song focuses on the importance of facing adversity with optimism, which many people struggle with. The quick bassline and the song's message to "choose joy" are guaranteed to have you up and dancing, or at least tapping your foot.

Favorite Lyric: "Gotta get that fire (fire) back in my bones before my heart (heart) turns into stone."

2. Fred Astaire (3:39)— Jukebox the Ghost, Off to the Races (2018)

This song always makes me think of the people in my life that love me unconditionally, and the joy that they bring me. When listening to this song, think of all the people that have supported you to this point, and maybe dance a little too.

Favorite Lyric: "All my idiosyncrasies, you like 'em. Annoyed at all the little things, I know I can be frustrating, but you still like me when I'm dancing."

3. Don’t Stop Me Now (3:29)— Queen, Jazz (2011 remaster)

How could you listen to this song and not feel empowered and happy? The bassline and melody are energetic and fun, and the lyrics themselves paint a picture of joy and confidence that are empowering and can make any day a little brighter.

Favorite Lyric: I don't have a favorite lyric from this song, the energy just makes it so much fun!

4. How Bad We Need Each Other (3:13)— Marc Scibilia, How Bad We Need Each Other (2015)

Another reminder of how important other people are, this song has an upbeat rhythm and tune, but the lyrics give this song the happiness that makes it so great. We each have people that have built us up and supported us, and this song allows you to think about those people and be thankful for them.

Favorite Lyric: "What a shame it would be to look back on our life and realize I've taken you and me for granted, not gonna do it now."

5. Brand New (4:03)— Ben Rector, Brand New (2015)

An upbeat anthem of joy and youth, both the melody and lyrics always put me in a better mood. From remembering past adventures with friends and family to just rolling my windows down or going outside, this song is an instant mood-booster.

Favorite Lyric: "I feel like windows rolled down, new city, streets, and cabs. I feel like anything can happen, laughing, you take me right back."

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Choose Joy, A Playlist

Five songs for when everything is going just right.

In This Article:

1. joy. (3:54) — For King and Country, Burn the Ships (2018)

2. Fred Astaire (3:39)— Jukebox the Ghost, Off to the Races (2018)

3. Don’t Stop Me Now (3:29)— Queen, Jazz (2011 remaster)

4. How Bad We Need Each Other (3:13)— Marc Scibilia, How Bad We Need Each Other (2015)

5. Brand New (4:03)— Ben Rector, Brand New (2015)

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Sometimes, we just can't help the feelings we have

1. Wow. My voice sounds amazing with this song.

2. Okay, if you can't sing, don't do it.

3. But wait, I don't think I can be friends with someone who isn't going to jam out in the car with me.

4. Dance part in the car! Even when I'm alone. Because every song is my favorite.

5. Stop light. Act calm. Be cool.

6. Yes! Green light! Back at it!

7. I don't know this song, but I'm going to sing along anyway.

8. Why am I not famous yet?

9. Being next to someone who can't sing so you feel good about yourself because you rock!

10. OK, I'm so good. I need to sing louder so I can help these people out.

11. My voice doesn't reach some of those notes, maybe I should sit this one out.

12. Randomly bursting out in song and getting weird looks because of it.

13. God, thank you so much for giving me a good voice.

14. Man, I feel bad for people who can't sing.

15. Was I just humming? Did they hear me?

16. Having dance moves to go along with most songs.

17. Not being able to stop yourself at correcting people when they mess up.

18. Maybe I should post myself singing.

19. Nah, can't do it. Dumb idea.

20. Having my own personal concert in the shower. Every single time.

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5. When you didn't do the homework and the teacher decides not to collect it for that day.

6. Getting that "I'm sorry, but class is cancelled" email.

7. Finding a quiet seat in the library.

8. Actually enjoying a class and understanding all of the material.

9. Having a friend to eat lunch with.

10. Finishing an assignment before the due date.

11. When there is free food on campus.

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