HELLO TO ALL the single ladies and lads out there! Have you made plans for Valentine’s Day yet? It’s that time of year when love is in the air, and some people are ready to catch a sweet scent of romance during the month of February.
Oh? No date tonight? That’s alright! What we have for you, our dear readers, are some tunes to make Valentine’s Day a little less painful to be alone in a world of couples.
Maybe My Soulmate Died by iamnotshane
We’re starting strong, and maybe the reason you’re single this Valentine’s is because your soulmate out there has already reached his/her demise. If you think that’s the case, then this song by iamnotshane will tear you up because you COULD HAVE DONE SOMETHING!
Taken from the point of view of an indecisive persona, this song spirals into questions of what he could have done. He asks the “what ifs” and the “maybes,” sending him into a pit of regret. So, when you guys get a listen on this, we hope you feel that regret too.
NOTHING! by Brye
Are you super anxious about what people think or say about you? Yes? Do you know what you SHOULD do? NOTHING! Brye’s song about oneself brings out the worries of body image, comparison, and self-esteem. However, toward the song’s end is a conclusion of posed in self-acceptance and self-love.
Surely, being single doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun. It’s an opportunity to focus on yourself and your growth. If you can’t find anyone to date this February, why not treat yourself to something nice? Take yourself out on a date and simply enjoy your own company. To set the mood, put this on your playlist of inspiring songs!
퀸카 (Queencard) by (G) I-DLE
Hear ye hear ye, Kings and Queens, for this humble scribe has a tune that might tickle thine fancy. Permit this servant to show thee down the runway for your royalty, because the K-pop goddesses, G-IDLE, will make you strut. your. stuff. Let them give you that body confidence with this banger. Celebrate yourself (don’t go too over the top with this one) in your body’s shape or form.
Have you added this track to your Royalty Playlist yet? You’ll be an absolute Queen/King if you have! And if you still need to, what are you waiting for? Trust me, this song is S-tier material.
Yes, and? by Ariana Grande
Are you single this Valentine’s? Yes, and? Mama Ariana got you covered in her newly released song to sing to your tita, tito, lolo, and lola. In her song, get that chill method of telling someone to get off your case, because you are you and they are they. If you’re done with caring, just put your lipstick on, ladies and gentlemen, and be your best friend.
Let’s learn to love ourselves and respect our boundaries. Being single is not a crime, and we shouldn’t force anything that isn’t meant to be.
IDK You Yet by Alexander 23
Ever miss someone you’ve never met? Yeah, same. “IDK You Yet” captures the longing heart in great distress. College life is hard, especially when you’re single, so craving the comfort of a partner you don’t know yet to meet does happen. This song would make you wonder about the color of their eyes, likes or dislikes, and make you beg for them to find you now. If you’re looking to mourn for a loss yet to be found, this is the song for you lonely birds walking through the campus with your head high.
The Cut That Always Bleeds by Conan Gray
“I don’t love you anymore”—Do you adore that pretty line too? Then you’re a recent heartbreak, and that’s totally okay. It’s the pain of a dragging love story that Conan Gray sings that ties a noose around the throat. If you’re at that stage after walking away and want to put your heart and mind into a song, put this on your single playlist. When you’ve finally healed from this cut that always bleeds, I hope for you, Friend, that you can move on with your life and try again.
Dear No One by Tori Kelly
Hey there, to whoever may be reading this – I’m excited to share with you about Tori’s 2013 song that still resonates with many today. It’s a heartfelt ode to the idea of love, exploring the journey of a hopeless romantic searching for that special someone. As you listen, you’ll be transported through time as Tori takes you on a journey through the present and future. With its optimistic message, this song will surely inspire you about the possibilities of love.
Guys, enjoy the present. The “one” will come someday to hold your hand, give their jacket to you when it’s cold, pick you up, pull you close, and be yours.
People Watching by Conan Gray
Do you wanna feel all that love and emotion? The same ones you see around campus, at concerts, at parks? You’ve probably seen them wearing rings, talk of futures, and count the months together. Perhaps you’re living vicariously through them, but you’re unfortunately one of the people on the sidelines. People Watching evokes envy, longing, and hope. Embrace the loneliness and stay optimistic with this track on your playlist.
Falling Behind by Laufey
If you’re a “NBSB” or “NGSB” person, you must feel like everybody’s falling in love and you’re falling behind. Friends and family around you are no longer single. Laufey will remind that you’re not getting any younger the closer to graduation you are… and you’re still not yet in love. Despite any woes, Laufey’s upbeat song will lift your spirits with vibes akin to sunny fields of flowers.
It’s Nice to Have a Friend by Taylor Swift
Sure, you might have no date for Valentine’s, but you got your bestie. Taylor Swift wants to remind you, readers, that it’s the small things that really matter. Hanging out, staying indoors together, playing video games, small notes. Maybe being single isn’t so bad ‘cause it’s nice to have a friend. So, hang out with your friend, sit down, talk, while playing this song on repeat. Who cares? It’s your moment together.
Wow! I’m so thrilled to have taken you on a musical journey filled with ups and downs! Honestly, my goal was to provide you with a playlist to help alleviate feelings of loneliness or sadness. Remember, you’re amazing and capable of doing anything on your own! Celebrate your independence, my friend!