What song sounds like summer to you? I’m looking to bulk up my summer playlist and am down for any genre!

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Sydney · Answer

honeymoon (carly and martina): Not specifically about summer, but this song is smooth rollin’ and laid back in the way the best summers are. Would pair perfectly with a drive along the coast in a convertible with the top down.

ALI D. · Answer

Fried Neck Bones and Some Home Fries: Willie Bobo

Eric F · Answer

Deadbeat Summer - Neon Indian 🌞: Straight outta Denton, TX.

Shellie Gossling · Answer

through the hourglass by gizmo varinas: I shazamed this song while riding on train and I love it so much.  It makes me think of the beach and summertime.

rory · Answer

Places And Spaces (Donald Byrd): the string arrangements will make you feel like you're flying. driving, dinner parties, a lover is over, perfect for any warm day occasion

Sam Childress · Answer

In the Summertime: Pls don’t judge the song by the absolutely unhinged muttonchops in this photo

Wynne · Answer

Can't Do Much - Waxahatchee: This whole album is actually perfect.

lauren o · Answer

Phosphorescent - "Song for Zula" : Can confirm that this song hits even harder when you're driving up PCH waiting for the sun to squeeze the ocean's delicious chill out of your sinuses. I love everything about it, but the drum's reverb is your battered old heart, still throwing itself against your rib cage. When you're ready to get run over a second time, try Phosphorescent's "Mermaid Parade," his East Coast bookend for that nation of feelings.

Christine C · Answer

Culture Gabfest Summer Strut playlist: This isn't a song per se, but check out Slate Culture Gabfest's annual Summer Strut list, where they cull unique, summery songs from reader recommendations.

jmd · Answer

Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

molly · Answer

you + the sun - old daisy: this is a gem of a summer song!