If you haven’t realized it yet, the day of hearts and chocolate comes in less than two weeks. Valentine’s Day instils a certain warmness in the cold February air (thanks polar vortex). Something about Valentine’s Day just gets me thinking in pink and red. I have a strong urge to buy heart shaped chocolates by the dozen, make gushy Valentine’s Day cards, and tell someone I love them. But if you’re a Valentine’s Day Scrooge and do not see the way I see this Day of Love, I’ve compiled my very own playlist of songs that share the similar tune just to get me into the lovey dovey, kissing and hugging, vomit inducing holiday that is Valentine’s Day.
LOVE SONG
Sara Bareilles
According to Sara herself, this song was meant to be a tongue-and-cheek message to her record label, to stop forcing her to write love songs, as they seem to fair better commercially as “radio friendly.” Out of her frustration and jesting, came one her best top singles ever, and one of my personal favourites.
UNITY
Kelly Rowland
This song just has this magical sound to it. The xylophone and bouncy guitar just tugs the heartstrings. Just the sound of it just makes me want to bake some cookies and blow up heart shaped balloons.
CHECK ON IT
Beyonce ft. Slim Thug
Is it just me, or does Beyonce look even more beautiful in pink hair? This catchy song is infectious. Every time I hear it, I can’t help put to belt it out in public, but alas, real life isn’t a musical where I could do that and still look normal. I’ll just stick with my iPod and headphones for now.
THE ONLY EXCEPTION
Paramore
In an interview, Haley Williams, the lead singer of the band Paramore, said that in the music video there is a scene where she lies on top of a pile of homemade Valentine’s Cards. She said that these weren’t manufactured just for the music video, but were created by devoted fans who constantly send these beautifully designed cards.
HATE THAT I LOVE YOU
Rihanna ft. Neyo
This heartfelt duet makes me happy. The complimentary voices of Rihanna and Neyo just seem to mash together so perfectly, that their voices seem to blend into one person. This orbital love-hate relationship is just so mushy it makes me want to awkwardly smile.
MARRY YOU
Bruno Mars
Why is it that this song just makes me want to dance. This song gained popularity due to a couple who played this during their wedding. The groom and the bride danced their way down the aisle as they made their vows. Talk about a great way to get married.
