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Entertainment June 19, 2018
Wind your windows down and crank up the volume.
Can you believe it is finally summertime! That means it is time for Pride, sun, chillin’ and partying. But most of all, it is the perfect time to turn up the volume and listen to all those sweet summer songs!
However, it can get tiring when the radio keeps rotating the same fifteen pop songs. I mean, come on, there are millions of summer jams, and all they play is “Finesse”…which is a bop, but they should still mix it up sometimes.
Never again! These 35 summer songs full of genre-bending diversity are sure to carry you through any time, mood or event.
Welcome to Pride Month, 20gayteen. Pride runs all through the month of June and is a time of celebration and empowerment for all those in the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you spend the month in the streets, at a parade, or at home, these songs by LGBTQ+ artists are sure to put you in the spirit of the season.
At times, you need a bit of motivation to remind you of the extraordinary woman that you truly are. What better way to feel like a bad-ass lady than with songs made by a ton of bad-ass ladies? These women use their tone, genre and lyrics to show just how amazing they are.
Throwback Thursdays aren’t just for posting pictures of yourself from 1999. The best part of looking back is completely revisiting the sights and sounds of your childhood. Whether you go back to the 50s, 70s or 90s, a couple throwback songs will have you ready to dig through your attic for clothes worthy of this listening party.
The drive to the beach can set the tone for the experience. As the wind blows through your hair, anticipate that perfect blend of relaxation and excitation that only comes with the sandy shores. Just be ready to hype yourself up and chill out with the songs you play in your car.
With summer comes heat, and no one has more heat than our Latinx brothers and sisters. If you want brass that don’t stop or beautiful guitars to move you through the night, songs from or inspired by Latin America are a go-to. It’s just a reminder of the rich culture that deserves to be appreciated.
Dubstep is dead, but EDM and electronica still live on. It’s not just DJs that are utilizing heavy bass and synthesizers anymore. Many artists incorporate electronic sounds and vibes into their sounds. Plus, with DJs remixing most popular songs, you can find a dancy version to most contemporary hits as well.
Alas, the party cannot last all night. Or, rather, it could, but then you couldn’t cool down with the slow jams you love. Music is the perfect way to wind down you after a long day or help you sleep. Maybe you just want to chill with friends with some nice tunes in the background. These will get you started on that road to bliss.
Get your summer started!
