Nothing helps get over a rough day like your favorite bottle of wine and the perfect playlist.
Luckily for us, music holds a unique power to uplift us, improving our moods during the days when life gets the best of us. Many turn to music following a long work day filled with far too many demands. Even an errand running day filled with endless adulting can call for decompression.
Your bad day may not involve work or responsibilities at all. A falling out with a friend or significant other can certainly set a dismal tone, leaving you with a desperate need for a pick me up. In these cases, the best type of tunes to change your mood are those that include uplifting lyrics and infectious beats. Oftentimes, we look to the countless old school cuts for a nostalgic remedy. However, several sounds of today provide solid pick me ups, even if they simply instruct you to dance, love yourself or give a middle finger to the world. No matter your musical preferences, there is something for every taste that you can help brighten even the gloomiest of moments and here are just a handful of our favorites.
The Gap Band – “Outstanding”
Kendrick Lamar – “B***h, Don’t Kill My Vibe”
Solange – “Stay Flo”
Earth, Wind & Fire – “September”
Beyonce – “Cuff It”
T.I. feat. Rihanna – “Live Your Life”
Big Sean & E-40 – “I Don’t F**k With You”
Cardi B feat. Bad Bunny & J Balvin – “I Like It”
Soul For Real – “Candy Rain”
City Girls – “Act Up”
