Pick Me Up Playlist

By Indie

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I think we can all agree that when we're down music is what we turn to. It helps us connect to our emotions on a much deeper level. Music can mend a broken heart or uplift your mood. For aeons, music has proved to help us cope with life's challenges. Within this century, scientists found out that music can help with combating anxiety and depression. So here are some songs that when I'm down listen to. 

Exhale - Sabrina Carpenter 
"I put too much weight on words and glances, I, I put too much weight on situations, I, I put too much on myself, thinking I don't deserve what I've earned, but, yeah"

This song touches on Sabrina Carpenter's emotions that surround her anxiety as well as the pressures that surround her life. Carpenter has stated that this is her most personal song as she feels vulnerable whenever she sings it. How this song relates to me and maybe to whoever is reading this is that I tend to over-analyse "words and glances" and "put too much weight on situations." No doubt this is how a lot of us feel as well. 

Eye Of The Tiger - Survivor 
"So many times it happens too fast, you trade your passion for glory, don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past, you must fight just to keep them alive."

This song tells the story of a man who is simply surviving. He preaches that he "must fight to keep his dreams alive." He shows that he does not give up on achieving his goals. He also sings about how he condemns "trading passion for glory." This song teaches you to not give up on what you are dreaming of, even if you think that it's impossible. This song tells you that if you set your mind to something (eye of the tiger) and don't give up, you can make it. 

Also, if you're a Supernatural fan like me, then Jensen Ackles doing a cover to this song is enough to bring a smile to your face.

Glorious - Macklemore ft Skylar Grey
"I made it through the darkest part of the night. And now I see the sunrise."

This song is not only amazing but the music video is absolutely "glorious." You can't help but feel immense happiness while you listen to the song or watch the music video. This gospel positive song showcases in the music video as Mackelmore's grandmother, who is turning 100 years old. In the music video, you can watch how she does what she didn't have a chance to do growing up. The music video is wholesome while also the lyrics. As Jon Blistein of Rolling Stone magazine wrote: "Glorious" has rapid percussion and an energizing piano loop. Macklemore unravels a torrent of lyrics that complement Grey's gospel-tinged hook." They regarded the song as "an ode to fresh starts and embracing life". I agree with if you are looking to start over on life and begin again.


Exothermic - Faouzia
"Took this pain inside of me, turned it into gold."

Make no mistake, throughout this song you'll keep wondering how Faouzia's voice is bright and dark at the same time. Exothermic is a song that is filled with painful yet passionate words and melody. Faouzia's powerful yet relatable lyrics are exactly what draws listeners in. It's the song you need to listen to when you're feeling down.  

Let It Be - The Beatles
"When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom, 'let it be'"

Paul McCartney wrote this song. It was inspired by his mother, Mary, who died when he was 14. McCartney says this is a very positive song. He tells the story about how one night when he was paranoid and anxious, he had a dream where he saw his mother. She came to him in his time of need, speaking words of wisdom that brought him much peace when he needed it. It was this sweet dream that got him to begin writing the song. Upon listening to this song it clearly states how you should leave your problems behind and move on in life. 

Control - Zoe Wees
"Early in the morning I still get a little bit nervous, fighting my anxiety constantly I try to control it"

Zoe Wees sings about her struggle with childhood epilepsy. She sees this song as her way to leave that part of her past behind. Dedicating this song to her school teacher, she thanks her teacher for playing an important role in that time. Whether it was in the classroom or hospital. One of the reasons why I love this song is because Wees has shared that even though it was a painful reliving her experience, she knows that she wasn't the only one. Another reason why I love this song is that it is a song that can heal and soothes the soul. 

Reasons To Stay - Kate Vogel
"The beauty will outweigh the pain, we'll all find a purpose one day, there are so many reasons to stay"

If you're going through a time where you can't help but question your life's purpose then I recommend listening to this song. This song will give you a sense of hope when going through hard times. In the first and second verses, Kate Vogel sings about the reasons why she would give up before singing the chorus where she lists off the "reasons to stay." 

There you have it. Here are some of the songs I listen to whenever I am feeling down and need a pick me up. Either through upbeat lyrics, melodies or even both these songs will no doubt help you through the darkest of times. Hopefully, these songs can cheer you up and if there are some songs that I didn’t mention then feel free to comment down below. If you feel as if you are struggling with any mental health illnesses try to talk to someone you trust. Whether it’s your parents, close relative or close friend. Although you may or may not know me, keeping your struggles bottled up is never a good idea. No doubt you have heard - the longer you keep something in, the longer it will affect your life.

If you are struggling with mental health and want to get help, here is a link in which you can get in contact with local mental health supporters.

https://checkpointorg.com/global/