10 Songs That Are Necessary for Your Summer Playlist

If you want a playlist as fun as your plans

Ryan Rolle, Staff Writer

May 2, 2024

Summer playlist playing on Spotify.

When most people think of summer, what’s associated is pure joy and being carefree. Everyone wants to look back on their teenage summers with fulfillment, and these following songs will make you feel like the main character in a summer coming-of-age story.

1.”Sweet Life” – Frank Ocean

Any Frank Ocean song in general is perfect for all seasons, this song just has an upbeat feel along with lyrics mainly about beaches and summer plans. This song is perfect for plans with both family and friends.

2. “Westcoast Collective” – Dominic Fike

“Westcoast Collective” could fit right into Outer Banks, it has both an island vibe and a bit of Weezer. Fike makes perfect beachy music with his retro-sounding guitar and happy melodies. If you like this song I would recommend listening to his album “Don’t Forget About me, Demos.”

3. “Brazil” – Declan McKenna

I don’t know about you, but whenever I hear this song, I’m transported back to summer 2022 when this song was trending. This song gives me major nostalgia and unbridled happiness, I hope it does for you too. The classic guitar riff is just the pinnacle of joy and no school.

4. “Out of My League” – Fitz and The Tantrums

“Out of My League” is the best song for a summer party, the drum beat paired with the cheery instrumentals throughout the chorus definitely helps romanticize your summer. This song makes you want to get up and dance around; it’s so catchy.

5. “What Once Was” – Her’s

This song is one of my personal favorites, I could listen to the opening instrumental all day. One of the key elements of good music on your vacations is a good guitar and Her’s nailed it with this classic riff.

6. “Goodie Bag” – Still Woozy

Still Woozy consistently makes amazing indie-pop, which adds a carefree and low-key vibe to your plans this season. I think that this song is perfect for biking and road trips, it’s chill enough that it feels like background music for whatever you’re up to.

7. “Alright” – Supergrass

This song belongs in an 80’s movie about teenagers. I’ve never heard a song more perfect for encapsulating that teenage nostalgia and joy like this one. I would recommend “Alright” for any occasion with friends, it makes you feel so happy and appreciative to be young.

8. “We Are The People” – Empire Of The Sun

Empire Of The Sun always produces catchy music, but this song specifically makes you feel a way I can’t even express in words, the chorus is so perfectly put together. I love the buildup throughout the song, it starts out a little slow but with the unique instruments as well as the dreamy vocals of the chorus, this song is a 10/10.

9. “Tongue Tied” – GROUPLOVE

“Tongue Tied” is such a summer song, I can’t even listen to it unless I’m off school. The intro just fills you with pure joy and excitement, along with the cheery vocals and lyrics. This song is perfect especially if you’re at a party or out with friends, I would put it on every playlist this season.

10. “Doses & Mimosas” – Cherub

This song is kind of a frat song, but nonetheless I believe that these kinds of songs sum up the carefreeness you can only have when you’re not going to school and hanging out with your favorite people every day. The house-music beat with the catchy chorus creates a peak song for dancing around and partying.

Overall, if you enjoyed these recommendations, there is a playlist linked so that you can enjoy all of the previously mentioned songs as well as a few more summer bangers. Regardless of what music you enjoy, I hope you have a good summer.

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Ryan Rolle, Website Manager

Ryan Rolle is a junior who will be the Website Manager for the Robinights Newspaper. This is her second year on staff.son Kn Rolle joined the Knight Writers mainly due to her love of reading and writing, as well as wanting to express her opinions to the world. "I've always found joy in reading and writing; I think it's so much fun, and I'm also very opinionated. I've always had people tell me that I should be a lawyer, just because I love putting my opinion out there." During her time on staff, Rolle found an interest in writing A&E for Knights Writers. She felt like it was the perfect opportunity for her to showcase her outlooks and emotions on several topics. She expressed that her time on staff taught her how to work with, and help, others. It also improved her communication skills and her confidence; Rolle later said that journalism gave her the opportunity to discover both her likes and dislikes. She loves how she can express herself and leave bits of her personality in each of her writing. Outside of Knight Writers, Rolle plays for the Robinson Varsity Basketball team. She also works with the Tampa Bay rowing team during spring. Rolle has a dog and cat named Tilly and Bella who she adores very much. Rolle stated that three things she couldn't live without would be lip-gloss, because of the collection she has at home; Matcha, due to the number of things she uses it for; and books, because she loves to read for leisure. Once Rolle graduates she plans on attending Boston University. "I actually had a college tour this summer and I really liked Boston University," Rolle said. "But if not somewhere in Boston, California is another alternative in my mind." Over the summer, Rolle worked as a receptionist at a law firm. After graduation, Rolle expressed that she plans to pursue a career that involves either photography or writing. She stated she wants to use her love for journalism even in the future. "I definitely want to continue journalism, or anything, honestly, that involves writing or photography, because I love taking pictures. So, If I can continue doing that, or even screenwriting for movies...just something around writing in general or maybe even traveling just seems so fun," Rolle said.

Sophie Le, Opinion Editor

Sophie Le is a Junior at Robinson and is the current Opinion Editor for the Knight Writers. This is her second year on staff. Le chose to join newspaper to improve her writing skills and gain some experience with creative writing, which she feels is missing from schools. “I’ve always thought I was a bad writer, so I really wanted more experience with it,” Le said. “Especially with things that I am more interested in.” Outside of the classroom, Le is starting her own club with a non-profit organization to help expand their reach. “I’m starting my own club this year based on getting donations for our cause Clothes for Kids,” Le said. When school is out for the day, Le pursues her interest in the world of fashion. You could usually find Le at a variety of stores, shopping for different clothing styles. “I love going to flea markets and vintage stores. I really like antique shops," Le said. She also makes fashionable alternations to the clothing she buys. “I also worked at my grandma alterations shop, so I know how to alter clothing...that adds to the fashion passion," Le said. Le keeps herself motivated with her many goals for this school year. She plans on getting even more stories printed. “My goal for this year is to get a lot more stories done, voice a lot more opinions,” Le said. “I am excited now because as an editor. I have a lot more responsibilities but that means I get to do even more."

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