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Her DJ: Get-Out-of-Bed Playlist

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Mizzou chapter.

The music you listen to in the morning makes a phenomenal impact on your mood each day. If you’re stressed in the mornings from your iPhone alarm that sounds like an oncoming Armageddon, change the pace. Try our Waking Up playlist. Although you may have to set an alarm to wake you from delightful slumber, this playlist is sure to set a serene, easygoing vibe for the rest of your day. No matter what’s on your plate, handle it with ease!

1. “Walkin’ Into Lamp Posts” – The Kazoo Funk Orchestra
2. “Sic of Elephants” – Andrew Bird
3. “Home” – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
4. “Cupcake” – Nellie McKay
5. “Hide and Seek” – Imogen Heap
6. “London” – Lily Allen
7. “Cotton” – The Mountain Goats
8. “The Calculation” – Regina Spektor
9. “Why Do You Let Me Stay Here” – She & Him
10. “Maybe I Will” – Julia Nunes
11. “Consolation Prizes” – Phoenix
12. “Her Morning Elegance” – Oren Lavie
13. “Darling This Scene Must End” – Mat McHugh
14. “Paper Planes (M.I.A. cover)” – Panda Riot
15. “Relator” – Scarlet Johansson & Pete Yorn
16. “Situations” – Jack Johnson

Kelsey Mirando is a senior at the University of Missouri, class of 2011, studying Magazine Journalism, English and Sociology. Born and raised in Tulsa, Okla., Kelsey enjoys travel, volunteerism and any Leonardo DiCaprio movie. She is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta women's fraternity and has served as President of the Society of Professional Journalists, MU chapter. She has reported among the Tiger fans of Columbia, Mo., the hustle and bustle of Beijing and the bright lights of New York City. Kelsey recently completed the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME) summer internship program and is now soaking up every moment of her senior year at Mizzou.