The Score Magazine Jan-Feb 2025 | Page 37

9 Best Songs For Every Mood

One thing constant in every mood we experience is the companionship of a song . Music has the power to amplify every emotion and make it feel even more significant , which makes a person reach out to the comfort of songs in every mood . Here are some songs that fit like a glove with these emotions , which you can add to your playlist !
1 . Sad Fix You by Coldplay
When life makes you feel that nothing is working out and clouds of thunder are above your head , ‘ fix you ’ can make you feel a hundred times better . Everyone needs fixing now and then , and we all have someone or something that makes life worth living . This song is a great reminder that ' Lights will guide you home and ignite your soul ', and everything in life is surely fixable .
2 . Happy Feeling Good by Nina Simone
When the sun is out , the birds are fleeting free , and for a brief moment , life feels perfect . Well , this happy feeling can be further enhanced with the song ' Feeling Good ', which aptly describes the happy state of mind . From the slow start to a banging finish , this song is one that cheers the spirits .
3 . Angry
What Goes Around ... Comes Around by Justin Timberlake
When the world seems red , and anger flows on everything , it is important to know that this feeling will pass . If you believe in the effect of Karma , then you know that if ' What goes around , comes back around ' and if someone has wronged you , then they cannot escape the karmic effect of the universe .
4 . Lovestruck
Unchained Melody by the Righteous Brothers
If your stomach has caught butterflies and your vision has turned to a rose-tinted effect , then you have been caught with a lovebug . The feeling of love is surely overpowering , and it is even more potent with this beautiful song . Used in the movie ' Ghost ' the picturisation and the lyrics make this the perfect lovestruck song .
5 . Cheerful I Like It Like That by Pete Rodriguez
Bring on some Spanish beats and a gleeful smile , as this song surely fits the bill . The song begins with the lyrics ' Im feeling good ', which will make you want to tap into its bustling beats and make your heart flutter with joy . So clap your hands if you want some more of this song !
6 . Retrospective No Time to Die by Billie Eilish
Retrospection is a mood that can hit at any time , and when it does , the mind goes backwards into time to analyse whatever has transpired . This one was used as the James Bond theme and has music that heightens the feeling of nostalgia .
7 . Confused Don ' t Know Why by Norah Jones
This superhit track by Nora Jones is mellow and has a jazzy effect to it , with lyrics that resonate with the feeling of confusion . Feeling confused is a common trait , and you ' re not alone in this feat . The feeling of ' what if ' can often take over the mind , but this song is a reminder that whatever the consequences , you have to live by your decisions .
8 . Calm Blue Train by John Coltrane
After a hard yet fruitful day at work , enjoying a warm cup of coffee in the comfort of home can induce a feeling of calm like no other . Some jazz melodies can accompany this feeling , and one of the jazz standards by the legendary John Coltrane does justice to the feeling of calmness .
9 . Bored
Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars
Boredom strikes almost every second day when we don ' t know what to do and get caught up in the endless cycle of scrolling on our phones . But the catchiest song of all time is here for the rescue , as its upbeat spirit can make any boring day more lively .
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