It’s that time of the year when all of us start to slowly lose all motivation to do just about anything related to school. The cold, grey months are at their peak, and we can already feel the seasonal depression creeping in. Whatever it is that’s making you feel down – school, weather or anything going on in your life – music is the key to bringing your spirit back up. Here are five songs that will instantly make you feel like a bad *bleep* and will give you all the motivation you need to hustle your way to the top of your game.
“You Got It” – Vedo
You might know this song from, yes, TikTok *eye-roll.* But every time I play the song, it reminds me of all my potential. When Vedo sings “You Got It”, he reminds me that I do have everything under control and I can conquer anything. Trust me; if you don’t want to do your assignment, go to the gym or even get out of bed, play this song for inspiration and an almost-instant uplift.
“Rules” – Doja Cat
If anyone is the definition of a bad *bleep,* it could very easily be Doja Cat. This song is all about female empowerment, highlighting the idea of focusing on yourself before anyone else. If you’re going through a time where you feel like you’re alone, blast this track for an immediate empowerment moment to remind yourself that you are the most important person in your life.
“Wild Thoughts” – DJ Khaled ft. Rihanna, Bryson Tiller
Bringing it back to the good ol’ days of 2017, this song never fails to put me in a confident mood. It’s Rihanna, one of the baddest *bleeps* of them all. Everyone knows this sexy classic, so play it with a bunch of your friends and become that fun, carefree friend group everyone envies.
“Feel It Too” – Tainy, Jessie Reyez, Tory Lanez
If there was a song that blared in my car every day of the summer this year, it would be this one. There’s something about the collaboration between producer Tainy and Canadian R&B artists Jessie Reyez and Tory Lanez, which gives this song a spicy vibe and makes you feel sexy and beautiful. Let your hair down, get up and dance, and play this song as loud as you can – you won’t regret it.
“Mesmerize” – Ja Rule ft. Ashanti
If you’ve never heard this song before, stop what you’re doing and hit this link. There’s nothing better than a Y2K throwback like this that emits the confidence everyone needs. Let yourself be “mesmerized” by the connection between Ja Rule and Ashanti and sing at the top of your lungs, even if someone’s watching. Remember – you are the baddest *bleep.*