Have you ever put on a song for the first time and already felt a special attachment to it, like you knew it by heart? Here are 5 songs that I think evoke that feeling.
- “The Lovely Universe” – Circulatory System
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This song by the experimental indie-pop band, Circulatory System, has a happy, bouncy tempo with kind of brassy instrumentals in the background. The wishy-washy vocals mixed in with all of this give it a feeling like you’re happy, but you’re not really sure why or how long it’ll last. It’s great for both mindless and mindful listening.
- “Open Season” – High Highs
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This song has definitely been in a couple of early-to-mid-2000’s movie soundtracks. It’s got that trademark, predictable melody and delicate guitar strumming, but it still manages to make you feel a little bit sad and a little bit hopeful at the same time.
- “Dana Be Mine” – TC Superstar
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While I often think of nostalgic songs as slow ballad-types, this is the complete opposite. As an upbeat indie song with an extremely catchy hook, this song will have you singing along and yearning in the happiest way possible.
- “Buddha” – Macy Gray
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I. Love. This. Song. It’s just so comforting. Macy Gray has one of the most unique voices in pop music, which is so fun to listen to, and this song is a phenomenal mix of soul, rock. and pop.
- “Hey Moon”– John Maus
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This is pretty much the quintessential nostalgic song, both sound, and lyric-wise. I first heard it in the intro of the movie Big Time Adolescence and had to look it up because it seemed way sadder than just an intro of a coming-of-age comedy. This song really can fit so many different moods though.
If you’re looking for some music to feed into your nostalgic winter mood, these are some songs I recommend you check out. I hope you enjoy!
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