In the season of love, what’s better than a good song to say what words can’t? A culmination of great love songs, this playlist is manufactured for the lucky on V-Day.
“she wants me too” by wilt
“I’ve seen the pictures, old and new
No need to cry about it
‘Cause she wants me
She wants me too”
Energetic and flirtatious, indie band wilt tells the story of old feelings reflected in a new, hopeful light. L.A.-based, wilt is a great listen for fans of indie rock; their music is similar to bands like Chokecherry and Slow Pulp.
“Edge of the Earth” by The Beaches
“She’s a fire sign
And I don’t really know what that means
I’m a cold night
And I wanna be close to the heat”
One of The Beaches’ most well-known songs, and with good reason, “Edge of the Earth” is bold, rhythmic and catchy. Indie with trademark style, this track set a precedent for the Beaches’ incredible work.
“Archie, Marry Me” by Alvvays
“During the summer, take me sailing out on the Atlantic
I won’t set my sights on other seas, there is no need to panic
So, honey, take me by the hand, and we can sign some papers
Forget the invitations, floral arrangements, and bread makers”
It wouldn’t be a Valentine’s playlist without this heartwarming track. “Archie, Marry Me” by Alvvays is a tribute to commitment, comfortable love, and future devotion. A perfect song for an Instagram note or even just walking through campus to stare at your hallway crush, Alvvays captures an endearing sort of puppy love with infinite hope.
“Humming” by Turnover
“Let me know your secret
Tell me how you color all the empty space
Drawn outside the lines
Your words, a vibrant illustration you create”
Universally lovable, with both incredible lyricism and melody, “Humming” by Turnover is one of those songs that’s just impossible to dislike. Nostalgic and almost teasingly psychedelic, the song is an indie cult classic.
“Crush” by Indigo De Souza
“Pick up, say hello
I’m here, ready to go
Like a, a fast car
Don’t know if you should turn it on”
Reminiscent of Echosmith’s “cool kids,” this song is light, airy and full of affection. As the title suggests, the track sounds like the feeling of having a crush: hopeful and full of possibility.
“anything” by Adrianne Lenker
“And I don’t wanna talk about anythin’
I don’t wanna talk about anythin’
I wanna kiss, kiss your eyes again
Wanna witness your eyes lookin’”
Soft and delicate, yet loving and unafraid, “anything” is a song dedicated to love in its entirety. Thick with metaphor and gorgeous imagery, this is a song felt deep in one’s heart.
“Don’t Delete the Kisses, Charli XCX x Post Precious remix” by Wolf Alice, Charli XCX and Post Precious
“I’m electric, a romantic cliché
Yeah, they really are all true
When we catch eyes at that stupid party
I know exactly what to do”
“Don’t Delete the Kisses” is one of the most majestic songs of the modern generation. It is longing, affection, and fear. It is the feeling of a late-night drive with the windows down. It is a feeling of a first kiss, a life-changing moment, the feeling of magic. Wolf Alice encapsulates that ethereal feeling of both gratitude and possibility. The track is almost screaming at the listener to hold on to this affection – and see the sentiment and value behind this love.
It’s impossible to go wrong with a good love song; these legendary tracks are life-changing ones.
