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So, we’re midway through the semester, some of us neck deep in essays, projects and midterms. It’s the time to buckle down and focus, but don’t forget to take study breaks so you can refocus and come back better than before. What better way to do both of those things than to listen to some music? Here are two separate lists of music recommendations, either for studying or taking a break. All songs are available on Spotify or YouTube.

 

Study songs:

  • WAVE.V, Gold/Shade

  • No More, Jafu

  • Huldra, Gidge

  • Grandmothersphere, East Forest

  • Rosas- Nu Remix, Viken Arman, NU

  • It Was Always You, Late June

  • Laying Still, Late June

Chill Tunes:

  • The Jazz Vibes Playlist on Spotify

  • Norah Jones

  • Dido

  • In Your Corner, Ella Vos

  • Feather (feat. Cise Starr & Akin from CYNE), Nujabes, Cise Star, Akin

  • Tracy Chapman:

    • The Promise

    • At This Point in My Life

    • Smoke and Ashes

  • Rhye:

    • Song For You

    • Waste

    • Softly

    • Stay Safe

  • New Tide, Mo Lowda & The Humble

  • Whipped Cream, Ari Lennox

  • Electric Feel, Henry Green

Throw on some headphones and tune in!

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Girl of the world, from the Netherlands. Writing because mumbling doesn't do anyone any good.
Carly Mantay is currently studying Media, Culture, and Communication at NYU.