Whether your plans include a romantic dinner for two or a snuggle sesh with your single girlfriends and a pint of Ben & Jerry’s, Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday to show how much you care about your loved ones. Every girl in a relationship feels some sort of pressure to find the perfect gift, but sometimes the best gifts are the simplest ones. Burning a CD full of fun and sweet love songs can be romantic and personal at the same time. For the single girls who don’t need that special someone to feel happy, listening to some jams and treating yourself to a big box of chocolates might just be the Valentine’s Day you need.
What are the top songs for V Day? Check out this list of love songs to make your Valentine’s Day the best yet.
1. All of Me by John Legend
Not only is John Legend nice looking, he is also amazing to listen to. Although he might be married (sorry friends!), his song All of Me, which is dedicated to his wife, will leave you melting. His wife is even the muse for the video! How sweet is that?
2. Drunk in Love by Beyoncè featuring Jay Z
If you haven’t listened to Beyoncé’s new visual album yet, you are missing out. “Drunk in Love”, one of the many awesome tracks on the album, is not your typical power ballad. Instead, Beyoncè creates a modern twist on the “love song” by giving it an upbeat sexy vibe. It is perfect to dance to with some friends!
3. Stay by Rihanna featuring Mikky Ekko
Rihanna has one of those voices that works well with both dance music and passionate slow songs. We all know she is a woman who isn’t afraid to strip down and show her vulnerable side. In her song “Stay,” Rihanna exposes her emotions and opens up her heart, which is something we all can learn from.
4. Story of My Life by One Direction
What is better than five attractive foreign guys singing a love song? Maybe chocolate, but that is up for debate. “Story of my Life” is one of those songs that makes you want to roll down your windows and sing at the top of your lungs. It also displays a different type of love that can sometimes be taken for granted–family. The video includes real members from each of the musicians’ families. (After watching, I wanted to call my mom to tell her how much I loved her.)
5. Give Me Love by Ed Sheeran
If you love the rawness of Ed Sheeran’s voice then you might just get butterflies in your stomach listening to “Give Me Love.” It is the epitome of a modern love song–romantic and original. Go listen to this now! Right now.
6. Thinkin’ Bout You by Frank Ocean
One word. Falsetto. Frank Ocean’s vocal range is dreamy enough as it is, but he takes it to a new level with the lyrics of this song. I don’t know about you, but I’d sure like him to think about me forever.
7. Everything Has Changed by Taylor Swift featuring Ed Sheeran
When Taylor’s album Red was released a little while ago, this immediately became my favorite track. Her collaboration with Ed Sheeran is amazing, and the video is super sweet. It will make you miss your first kindergarten crush!
8. Treasure by Bruno Mars
Who wouldn’t want want to feel like Bruno Mars’ treasure? The fun part about this song is how Bruno’s lyrics are so effortless and nonchalante. When listening, you will be swept up by his affectionate words and will probably want to dance at the same time. Don’t be ashamed to get your groove on.
9. Same Love by Macklemore
With our generation we see change, love, acceptance and Macklemore. This song has been a long time coming. Promoting the idea that “love is love,” Macklemore only sings about what he believes and the real issues that society faces today. Passion is sexy, and boy is Macklemore passionate.
10. Wanted by Hunter Hayes
“Wanted” encompasses everything a girl yearns to hear from her better half. The song is almost like a beautifully written love letter, and I wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve had dreams of Hunter singing it to you while gazing into your eyes. It is the perfect romantic song for Valentine’s Day.