Last week officially marked the first day of summer. As the seasons change and we welcome warm sunny days, we often find the music we listen to change with the season. To many, summertime is filled with beach days, laying by the pool, and rooftop parties all soundtracked by good music. The Mic Drop team hand-selected our favorite summertime songs that you should add to your rotation (immediately).
“Supplier” by Kari Faux
Featured on her debut studio album Los En Los Angeles, “Supplier” by Kari Faux is the perfect tune to play at a pool party to get people moving and grooving. “Supplier” fuses funk-infused ’80s-style grooves with modern minimalist hip-hop. Faux’s playful lyrics and killer bars make for easy listening under the sun.
“Couldn’t Catch My Breath” by DJ Houseplants and Harriet Brown
Imagine a cool breeze softly touching our face while the sunsets beautifully. That is the exact feeling “Couldn’t Catch My Breath” by Houseplants and Harriet Brown evokes. The deep electro house track provides immaculate vibes perfect to wind down a long day in the sun before getting ready for an exciting night.
“Island In The Sun” by Weezer
This list would be incomplete without a classic like Weezer’s “Island In The Sun.” The playful pop rock song stands out as one of Weezer’s best in their solid discography. This tune is for everyone out there enjoying the season with their summer crush or sweetheart, having the time of their lives.
“Your Energy” by DJ Houseplants
We’re tossing in another tune by DJ Houseplants because why not? He knows exactly how to create immaculate summer vibes. “Your Energy’s” catchy vocal hook and booty bassline perfectly sets the mood for a day party, or simply relaxing by the pool with your friends.
“I Don’t Want It At All” by Kim Petras
Who doesn’t love a pop anthem for the warm weather that the season brings? “I Don’t Want It All” is exactly that song. This is the perfect song to blast in the car, windows down. “I Don’t Want It All” is a fun and catchy pop song to sing along to with your friends.
“SEROTONIN” by Sam Gellaitry
Sam Gellaitry’s “Serotonin” makes listeners feel exactly the song’s title. Summer is all about letting loose and having fun. The song’s hazy guitars and atmospheric vocals create an unforgettable love song. The stripped down sound makes for easy listening and good vibes.
“Around The Sun” by Poolside and Amo Amo
Last but not least, Poolside and Amo Amo joined forces on their groovy track “Around The Sun.” A groovy bassline blends with dreamy synths and bells -– the perfect recipe to get listeners dancing. Poolside’s catalog of daytime disco can soundtrack beach days, BBQs, pool parties and just about anything under the sun.
We hope you enjoy this playlist the Mic Drop team curated to kick off your summer!
