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The Perfect Fall Playlist

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

 

A new season means new songs, and what better way to start off with than an awesome Fall playlist!

There’s no better time to create a new playlist than right now, as many artists have been dropping new albums and singles. Pop stars like Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 and One Direction have just realeased new music, and we couldn’t be more excited.

These hits are sure to put you in a great mood while walking to class, getting ready in the morning or as background music while studying in the library.

 

1.     “Shake It Off” – Taylor Swift           

The first single off her new album, 1989, out this October, is a song that reminds us why we love this girl. She doesn’t care about what anyone says about her and just wants to have fun and dance. This catchy song is perfect to sing along and dance to with your girlfriends and is a must have on your new fall playlist.

2.     “Best Mistake” – Ariana Grande featuring Big Sean

Ariana has blown up this year. Her new album, My Everything, is full of future hits that are sure to be on the radio in the upcoming months. Her new rumored love interest, Big Sean, re-teamed with Grande for this somber love song.

3.     “Lost Stars” – Maroon 5

This hit was featured in Adam Levine’s first movie debut, Begin Again, released over the summer, and is included on Maroon 5’s new album, V. Levine’s voice is beatiful on this track, as always, and is the perfect slow song to listen to while studying or relaxing with a cup of coffee.

4.     “Fireproof” – One Direction

One Direction just announced that their new album, FOUR, will be out this November. As if that news isn’t exciting enough, they’ve released a new single.  “Fireproof” is a must-have new edition to your music library, and before you know it you’ll have the song on repeat all day long.

5.     “Don’t” – Ed Sheeran

Ed’s new single off his lastest album, X, is making it’s way up the charts and is played on the radio frequently. This track has all things we love about Ed; his raps, his catchy chorus and his wonderfully written lyrics.

6.     “Animals” – Maroon 5

This is the second single off Maroon 5’s new album and is already predicted to beat their current number one hit, “Maps,” on the charts.

7.     “XO” – John Mayer

It’s always a risk to cover a Beyonce song, but let’s be honest, John Mayer can cover any song and sound beautiful. This cover is the perfect acoustic-pop song to listen to when you just want to relax in the cool weather and shut out the world.

8.     “OctaHate” – Ryn Weaver

This song is not as popular, but it definitely has the potential to be a hit. Weaver’s voice has a very cool vibe and will be your new favorite song before you know it.

9.     “Break Your Heart Right Back” – Ariana Grande ft. Childish Gambino

From Big Sean to Mac Miller to Iggy Azeala, Ariana features more rappers on her tracks than almost any other pop star. But we won’t complain, because they’re all chart toppers that become our guilty pleasures. This song featuring Childish Gambino is no exception and is sure to be one of your most played songs this Fall.

10. “Thinking Out Loud” – Ed Sheeran

Yes, another track off Sheeran’s album, X, and this one is sure to be one of your favorite Ed songs. A contrast to the breakup song “Don’t,” this love song features beautiful lyrics, Ed’s soulful voice and is another great acoustic song to add to your playlist. 

Photo Credit: http://music-mix.ew.com/2014/06/10/taylor-swift-drake-needlepoint-ed-she…

Photo Credit: http://hollywoodlife.com/2014/08/13/big-sean-ariana-grande-kissing-date-…

TCNJ Senior Journalism major, Interactive Multimedia minor.