Weekend Playlist to Make You Feel Happy

It’s a long weekend! Nothing sets the mood and helps you unwind like the perfect playlist. Check out these feel-good tracks.

Strength, Courage and Wisdom by India Arie. An amazing song about believing in your inner power and not being afraid to live authentically.

Bottom of the Barrel by Amos Lee. This is an optimistic, folky tune about picking yourself up when things are tough.

You Are the Best Thing by Ray LaMontagne. One of the happiest love songs ever – which is unusual, since most of Ray's music is excellent but, well, pretty depressing.

Creepin’ In by Norah Jones and Dolly Parton.  A great marriage of poetic lyrics and country twang.

San Francisco by the Mowglis. A wonderful pop-folk song about loving and feeling connected to the people in your life.

Next to Me by Emile Sande. This pop song is about gratitude for the support of a loved one during life’s challenges.

Be Ok by Ingrid Michaelson. A sweet, unassuming little tune that really makes you feel like things will turn out fine, even if you’re completely overwhelmed.

Memphis Shakedown by the Carolina Chocolate Drops. What’s fabulous about this bluegrass ditty is that all the vocals are played through a kazoo. You can’t listen to it without laughing.

Hey Ho by the Lumineers.  This folky song features an upbeat acoustic guitar and a ridiculously catchy chorus.

-Sarah Cooke