As an egg company, we consider ourselvesmorning people. But, that doesn't mean that we don't need a little extra boost of Happy to get our day cracked open on a good foot. Alas, here are 18 of our favorite happy-go-lucky hits to add to your morning playlist. TBH, we wouldn’t even blame you for copying this playlist song-for-song.
1. Sunday Best (Surfaces)
“Feeling blessed, never stressed.”
Sunday or not, we are channeling this energy.
2. The Man (Taylor Swift)
Listening to this song is the equivalent of holding a 3-minute power pose. We will be making no further comments.
3. Good Day (Greg Street, Nappy Roots)
We’re manifesting it.
4. As It Was (Harry Styles)
It would appear Harry Styles has made yet another trip to the bop factory, blessing us with As It Was.
5. Electric Feel (MGMT)
We have Tik Tok to thank for Electric Feel’s revival (and by Tik Tok, we mean Gage Williams).
6. Hey Look Ma, I Made It (Panic! At The Disco)
Panic! has seen us through many a phase– the good, the bad, and the very, very embarrassing. We’re confident they can see us through anything today has in store.
7. I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Whitney Houston)
Turns out everyone’s favorite wedding reception song hits just as hard at 8 a.m.
8. One Foot (Walk The Moon)
A song to ensure your day starts off on the right foot.
9. Dancing On Glass (St. Lucia)
Good news for the Walk the Moon stans: St. Lucia is serving the same happy-dance-your-face-off energy with Dancing on Glass.
10. Can’t Stop The Feeling (Justin Timberlake)
Not to get political, but the Trolls soundtrack was absolute fire and we refuse to let you forget it.
11.Ain’t It Fun (Paramore)
Nothing like a healthy dose of happy beats and sarcasm-laced lyrics to start your day, right?
12.24K Magic (Bruno Mars)
A Bruno we can talk about, and talk (ahem, yell-sing) we will.
13. Good Vibes (HRVY, Matoma)
We’ll let the lyrics speak for themselves:
“I don't need you raining on my parade, throwing shade
Be on your merry way, I only want good vibes 'round me”
14. Treat People With Kindness (Harry Styles)
It’s a lifestyle, really.
15. I Would Die 4 U (Prince)
Jess Day: I think Prince is magic.
Nick Miller: I've always thought Prince was magic.
(New Girl: Season 3, Episode 14)
Same.
16. Classic (MKTO)
MKTO (not to be confused with the previously-mentioned MGMT) earned our stamp of approval with this certified confidence booster.
17. New Romantics (Taylor Swift)
“The best people in life are free.”
Not to make it about us, but the best eggs in life are also free…range.
18. 9 To 5 (Dolly Parton)
A blessing for your nine-to-five: may Dolly– our North Star, our guiding light– be with you.
To make things eveneasierfor you, we went ahead and compiled these Happy Hits into a Spotify playlist for you to save, copy, add to and jam out as you see fit. Enjoy!
FAQs
His study revealed that “Good Vibrations” by The Beach Boys is the top song that makes people the happiest. Dr. Bonshor says the structure of the 1966 hit single checks all of the boxes when it comes to producing positive emotions in listeners.
What is the formula for a happy song? ›
To create a happy song, Dr. Bonshor believes combining a combination of a major key, 7th chords, 137 BPM, strong beat, four beats in every bar, and a verse-chorus-verse-chorus structure is a sure-fire way to produce one.
What is the happiest music to listen to? ›
According to the formula, the top ten scientifically happy songs are:
- Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys.
- I Got You (I Feel Good) by James Brown.
- House Of Fun by Madness.
- Get The Party Started by P! nk.
- Uptown Girl by Billy Joel.
- Sun Is Shining by Bob Marley.
- I Get Around by The Beach Boys.
- YMCA by Village People.
The No. 1 favorite song of the year, according to readers, is Elton John and Britney Spears' duet “Hold Me Closer.” The track, which debuted in August and peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, secured a whopping 45% of the vote, likely thanks to fans voracious appetite for a much-deserved Britney comeback.
What is a song for depression? ›
I
- I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)
- I Can Do It with a Broken Heart.
- I Just Don't Know What to Do with Myself.
- I Just Wasn't Made for These Times.
- I Know the End.
- I'm So Tired (Fugazi song)
- Immortal (Kid Cudi song)
- In the Air Tonight.
Music that is perceived as “happy” is usually written in a major key with a bright tone, featuring instruments with a bright timbre, such as trumpets or electric guitars. “Happy” music usually adds the seventh note of the scale to the main three notes in the chord.
What makes happy songs happy? ›
“One of the ways that composers or performers communicate … is through the use of either major chords and major scales – which are very strongly associated with creating a happy mood – and minor scales and minor chords – which are associated with a more melancholy feeling,” he said.
Is the happy birthday song a song? ›
"Happy Birthday to You", or simply "Happy Birthday", is a song traditionally sung to celebrate a person's birthday. According to the 1998 Guinness World Records, it is the most recognized song in the English language, followed by "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow".
What is the most positive song ever written? ›
The 20 greatest happy and uplifting songs ever to put you in a fantastic mood
- The Monkees - 'I'm a Believer' ...
- David Bowie - 'Heroes' ...
- Hall & Oates - 'You Make My Dreams' ...
- a-ha - 'Take on Me' ...
- Phil Oakey and Giorgio Moroder - 'Together In Electric Dreams' ...
- Earth, Wind and Fire - 'September' ...
- Bill Withers - 'Lovely Day'
Top 10 Happy Songs According to Dr. Bonshor's Formula:
- “House of Fun” by Madness.
- “Get the Party Started” by P! nk.
- “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel.
- “Sun Is Shining” by Bob Marley.
- “I Get Around” by The Beach Boys.
- “YMCA” by Village People.
- “Waterloo” by ABBA.
- “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire.
Top 10 songs
| Rank | Artist | Song |
|---|
| 1 | Aretha Franklin | "Respect" |
| 2 | Public Enemy | "Fight the Power" |
| 3 | Sam Cooke | "A Change Is Gonna Come" |
| 4 | Bob Dylan | "Like a Rolling Stone" |
6 more rows20 Songs to Cheer up a Friend
- 1. “ Happy” by Pharrell Williams.
- 2. “ I Got You (I Feel Good)” by James Brown & The Famous Flames.
- 3. “ The Remedy” by Jason Mraz.
- 4. “ Good as Hell” by Lizzo.
- 5. “ Here Comes The Sun” by The Beatles.
- 6. “ The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World.
- 7. “ Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina & The Waves.
- 8. “
30 Songs That Will Start Your Morning on the Right Note
- “Yellow Brick Road” by Sudan Archives.
- “Fantastic Man” by William Onyeabor.
- “The Rooster” by Outkast.
- “Take On The World” by Wavves.
- “Steal My Sunshine” by LEN.
- “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” by Roy Ayers.
- “Reaching for the Sky” by Peabo Bryson.
Pop and rock are the most popular music genres in most countries.
What is the scientifically most happy song? ›
The Beach Boys “Good Vibrations” tops the list as the song that makes people the happiest, according to a university professor's scientific formula. The iconic 1966 anthem is #1 in Dr. Michael Bonshor's formula.
What's the number one saddest song? ›
What's the saddest song of all time?
- REM – Everybody Hurts.
- Sinead O'Connor – Nothing Compares 2 U.
- Eric Clapton – Tears in Heaven.
- Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You.
- The Beatles – Yesterday.
- Adele – Someone Like You.
- Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On.
- Roy Orbison – Crying.
Rolling Stone updated its list of the 500 greatest songs of all-time – its first update in 17 years. The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, took home the top spot for her version of "Respect," which was originally recorded by Otis Redding. Snagging second place was Public Enemy's "Fight the Power."
