25. Somewhere Over The Rainbow
This is an all-time classic. The song speaks of this magical place
over the rainbow where things will be better. It refers to this other,
better place compared to where we are now. If you feel down and out,
and when things seem tough, this song will lift you up. Just remember
that the better place isn’t “somewhere out there”, but here where we
are. It’s up to us to make the best of what we have :).
The song was originally sung by Judy Garland in 1939 (Wizard of Oz)
and has since been resung by many people. The version below is by
Israel Kamakawiwo’Ole. His soothing vocals makes it a very peaceful and
calming experience listening to the song.
[ by Israel Kamakawiwo'Ole |
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24. Chariots of Fire
Chariots is an instrumental theme often used as the theme song for
sporting events. It was recorded in 1981 for the film Chariots of Fire.
Listen to it and see if you don’t recognize it :D. The build up of the
tunes throughout the song makes you feel invigorated just sitting and
listening to it. This is a great pick me up that I use for some of my
workshops.
[ by Vangelis |
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23. It’s a Beautiful Day
No matter how bad your day may be, there is always something
beautiful happening. This song reminds us that every day is a beautiful
day by itself :D.
[ by U2 |
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22. Walking On Sunshine
Quite possibly the happiest song ever!

The upbeat tunes of the song brings a smile to anyone just by listening to it.

Make sure to dance along as you listen to the song!
Some of you might recognize this as the opening of The Celes Show
earlier this year. I’ve put the project on hiatus for the time being as
I focus on blog development.
[ by Kartina & The Waves |
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21. What a Wonderful World
One of the greatest hits of all time, this beautiful song reminds us to appreciate the beauty of everyday life. According to
wiki,
the song was “intended as an antidote for the increasingly racially and
politically charged climate of everyday life in the United States”. It
also has a “hopeful, optimistic tone with regard to the future, with
reference to babies being born into the world and having much to look
forward to.” Everything in life is a miracle. Let’s appreciate and give
gratitude to all these things we have with us today :D.
[ by Louis Armstrong |
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