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10 Songs to Get You in the Summer Mood

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

The perfect summer requires the perfect tunes!  Whether you’re headed to the beach, taking a road trip with your besties or relaxing at home this playlist is the perfect mix for you! 

“Anything Can Happen” – Ellie Goulding

If you’re the type of girl who doesn’t have her whole summer planned out, this is the tune for you.  Get yourself inspired and open for anything to happen!

“Blame It”- Jamie Foxx ft T-Pain

Don’t remember the great time you had last night?  No problem.  With this smooth melody you don’t have to feel bad, just make sure to check your text messages in the morning!

“Boys in the Summer” – Jessie James

You know those cute boys that used to sit in front of you in math class that you never had the courage to talk to?  Well, country cutie Jesse James will give you the confidence you need to have some romantic summer fun! 

“Sunshine” – Matisyahu

Summer makes you feel like the places you go, the people you meet, the feelings you have and the vibration of your life are exactly where they should be, and this song is the perfect summer anthem for just that!  “Sunshine” is an uplifting song that makes you feel like you’re in a pretty good place!

“Livin’ My Love” – Steve Aoki ft LMFAO

This is a great song to just lose yourself in and dance the night away to (no dance skills necessary)!  Go grab your girls and get ready to party rock!

“Put Your Records On” – Corinne Bailey Rae

A breezy bike ride in the summer is a relaxing hobby everyone should have.  Grab your floppy straw hat and enjoy a soulful experience! 

“Run This Town” – Jay-Z ft. Rihanna

Stuck at home for the summer? Rock out to these lyrics and you will be owning your town this summer.  Have fun!

“Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You)” – Enrique Iglesias

Headed out to the clubs?  Blast this tune with your girlfriends while you get ready and let your inhibitions fly.  Get ready for a fun, free living night!

Throwback: “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” – Cyndi Lauper

Who doesn’t love a good 80’s song?  Lauper is the queen of fun dance music that is sure to lift your mood.  Play this while you’re home to make doing mundane chores an impromptu karaoke session! 

“(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” – Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes

Nobody puts Baby in the corner!  We all know the beloved classic Dirty Dancing and there’s no better way to end your summer than by remembering all the positive times.  Just remember to leave the lifts to the professionals. 

Kayla Van Hoose