This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at JHU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
We all can’t believe that it is already the fourth week of the second semester. After all the hype from the Superbowl, things are settling down and we are starting to get more situated with our classes and schedules. That may put us into a bit of a funk. Here are a few songs that should keep you alive and cheering if you ever feel blue.
- Hop up out of bed. Turn your swag on. Keri Hilson’s got you covered with the aptly titled “Turn My Swag On”. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJt_Y7ZBDnI
- Now that you’ve got your swag intact, nothing can stop you. “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen. This song makes me want to shake my shoulders, bang my head, and dance like I have a hula hoop. These are all very extreme, precise dance motions, so look out! Also, Darren Criss just covered this on Glee and it is awesome. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1hiaRt3mOY
- Need a song to walk to on your way to class? “Don’t Stop the Party” by Pitbull. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v…
- Walk into class knowing you’re awesome. Your classmates are just your audience and everyone is there to be enlightened by you! “More” by Usher. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tUH_MHgSeU
- The effect these songs may have on you may only last a little bit, and sometimes you want to listen to people who you can relate to. If you don’t know what you are doing after college, don’t worry. Maybe you can relate to Kanye. Did I really just say that? Kanye West (featuring Syleena Johnson) describes someone who has no idea what she’s doing in college. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v…
- Bummed out about Valentine’s Day? Whateva. Olly Murs just wants to dance with you tonight! This British lad has gotten a lot of attention recently, and his most charming song is “Dance With Me Tonight”. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3EG4olrFjY
- If you have someone special, this song is sweet and will make you feel so wonderful together at the edge of the world. “Bright Whites” by Kishi Bashi. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v…
- In a little bit you might feel homesick. That’s completely fine. Jack Johnson feels you with “Home”. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pOcD_YyE4U
- You got this. The rest of the semester will be great. Just do as the Dead do. Just keep truckin’ on. “Truckin’” by Grateful Dead. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v…
- Most importantly, if you are really under a lot of pressure, this is my personal favorite. Because nothing’s gonna change your world. “Across the Universe” by the Beatles. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN9n1bAahg4
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