‘Comeback’ by Ella Eyre My heart was wrapped up clover the night I looked at you" Etta, you are a goddess, and your songs are a gift to the world. Teens want to be independent, but parents also have a hard time letting go. These songs speak to those feelings and can serve as a great release. 48 ‘Paint It, Black’ – The Rolling Stones. Whether it is a night in at home baking sweet Christmas themed goodies for Santa, or a night out exploring lit up neighborhoods, the holiday season should always be taken advantage of for cute activities! Personally, I love to bake cookies and hum along as I cannot sing and no one should ever hear me. But when I created a specific playlist to uplift my mood, all of that changed. The world's defining voice in music and pop culture since 1952. I’ve also limited the number of songs per artist to a maximum of 1–2 (with the exception of Christina Aguilera who has 3) to have a wider representation of artists. There’s a wealth of wit and wisdom about the ageing process in music – here’s 50 songs about growing up to guide you through the sometimes painful process…. Here are the 15 best long-distance relationship songs to listen to in 2020 that LDR lovers can relate to. Sign in to comment to your favorite stories, participate in your community and interact with your friends. All of these songs are definitely popular. Breaking up is a horrifying pain in the ass. And knowing when to let go and realize that your kids are now adults is the true test of being … Here’s a soundtrack for getting ready to pack up (follow this link for Spotify playlist). This sitar-backed, up-tempo track was originally released as a single in 1966 before being added to the US version of fourth album ‘Aftermath’. If you've had enough of an endless merry-go-round of breaking up and getting back together and are ready to break up one last time, this song … What it encapsulates: That restless suburban adolescent itch. There’s a wealth of wit and wisdom about the ageing process in music – here’s 50 songs about growing up to guide you through the sometimes painful process… 1. Key lyrics: “One day you find ten years have got behind you / No one told you when to run, you missed the starting gun” To sum up, the infidelity is, unfortunately, a very common thing. 25. The songs you listen to can change the way you see the world. Songs about being strong, not giving up on yourself or whatever you're facing, are prevalant in music. A Woman's Rage: Songs About Being Fed Up To cope with the tumult of a difficult week and the anniversary of the #MeToo movement, music critic Ann Powers spent the … What it encapsulates: Being a work in progress, whether or not you acknowledge it. What it encapsulates: Realising you’re a bit of a fuck-up. On one hand, you want them to stay your baby forever, and on the other hand, you want them to grow up and become whoever they want to be in the world. A new month means new music! What it encapsulates: Wanting to get older, and not realising what you’ll lose in the process. So plug in your Christmas tree, make some hot cocoa, and listen to these amazing (and updated) holiday songs. 'Tis the season for Jenny from the Block. It's an instant walk down our own personal memory lanes. Key lyrics: “Remember back then we thought we growed up / Rushing as a kid just to be grown up” Personally, I'm tired of the same "Let It Snow" and "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". After hours each year scouring the internet for the perfect Christmas gifts to get my boyfriend, I have come up with a pretty long and inclusive list. Growing up isn't always easy. This November didn't have too many new releases, however, I did find a few and a couple of new discoveries. After a relationship ends, you are broken and desolate. (For today, at least.) These 10 dance songs about moving on and letting go cover every stage of the break up process, and they all sound really good, even if they can't make you feel better right away. I have no shame in starting to feel festive super early. What it encapsulates: Those friends you keep your whole life – and the ones you only think you will. Key lyrics: “When I wake tomorrow I’ll bet / that you and I will walk together again / I can tell that we are gonna be friends” With "Positions," Grande took a much more light-hearted approach than the confessional nature of its predecessor, "Thank U, Next." This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator. I love listening to Christmas music just as much as the next person, but when I turn on my local holiday radio station each year, it just feels repetitive. You get to a point in every relationship, romantic or otherwise, where the idea of leaving is suddenly less scary than the idea of putting up with being walking on like this indefinitely. Musicians love the subject, often returning to it multiple times – to look back on childhood, reflecting on teenage years, or simply on the process of getting older. Here is a playlist of 11 bouncy, cheerful songs about luck, being a winner, or hanging in there despite the odds. There can be moments of angst, uncertainty, and even outright anger. Tired of hearing the same songs every Christmas? Shawn Mendes falls in the second category, coming onto the pop scene in 2015 with this heartbreaker of a hit. What it encapsulates: Memories, man. But there’s only so much you can do. Having growing pains? In that case, we've put together 10 of our favorite songs about starting fresh and embracing the new. “Git Out, Git Up”, is a song for everyone who feels like giving up, lacks ambition, or feels lazy. Having everyone sing to the songs is most of the fun; it adds to the festivity of whatever you're doing.