Songs for serotonin

I’ve compiled some songs that never fail to put a smile on my face.

I recently read an interview on Frankie Magazine on how music can impact our mental health. In the interview, Dr. Elly Scrine (music therapist, research, and musician – talk about the coolest job title ever, right???), notes that music activates the happy part of our brain but highlights that a song is not one size fits all. She explains that our responses to music depend on our mental, physical and emotional state among other factors and I 100% agree. 

Some people might associate Frank Ocean’s songs with happy thoughts while others view his music as the perfect weekly cry session song. I literally press skip so fast when White Ferrari comes on my playlist because that song could instantly make my eyes teary but don’t worry, I won’t be sharing any heart-wrenching songs with you today. I know that with the recent terrible weather and finals approaching in a couple of weeks, we need some tunes that’ll boost our serotonin! 

1. Chiquitita by ABBA.
2. Solar Power by Lorde. 
3. Bros by Wolf Alice.
4. Hung Up by Madonna.
5. Stargazing by The Neighbourhood.
6. I Want You by Inhaler.
7. Beauty and a Beat by Justin Bieber.
8. I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance by Black Kids.
9. Puppy Princess by Hot Freaks.
10. The Worst Guys by Childish Gambino.
11. Wannabe by Spice Girls.
12. LDN by Lily Allen.
13. Pantyhose by TV Girl.
14. 22 by Taylor Swift.
15. Tongue Tied by Grouplove.