20 Songs to Wake Up To

Some days, it’s hard to get up in the morning, especially with a full schedule ahead of you. Here is a list of songs that can get you out of bed, on your feet and give you a great start to the day.


1. Caravan Palace, Lone Digger  


This electro-swing always puts me in a fired up mood. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbsBEb1ZxWA

2. Hamilton, My Shot

Not only does this song wake me up, but it gets me pumped about my potential as a human being. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vHMSq7K2ds

3. Lion King, Circle of Life

From a classic movie, this song is motivational and makes you feel nostalgic. – KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GibiNy4d4gc

4. OKGo, Upside Down & Inside Out

One of my favorite bands, OKGo not only makes incredible music, but they make the craziest music videos. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWGJA9i18Co
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnTqZ68fI7Q (Behind the scenes!)

5. Earth, Wind and Fire, September

The best throwback jam there is. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs069dndIYk

6. The Foundations, Build Me Up Buttercup

There’s nothing better than belting out this song with friends, or as your getting ready in the morning.
-KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jrfcR16VzI

7. Breakbot, Baby I’m Yours

The music video pumps me up about as much as the song does. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6okxuiiHx2w

8. Janelle Monae, Dance Apocalyptic

If Janelle Monae can’t get you to dance, no one can. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztzkW0dbWqo

9. Andy Grammer, Honey I’m Good

I love Andy Grammer, and he can put anyone in a good mood with this song and his swoon-worthy voice. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ejF8Qv6VZk

10. Justin Bieber, Sorry

Learn the dance, and dance along! -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRh_vgS2dFE

11. Chromeo, Jealous

Nothing like this Canadian Arab/Jewish pair of electronic artists to wake you up with their upbeat tunes. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhmUnk454MA

12. Mika, Elle Me Dit

Mika’s vocal range and pop influence could wake anyone up. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdC119_bm1k

13. Kendrick Lamar, i

A song about putting yourself first. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cKoYQqu2D0

14. Lake Street Dive, You Go Down Smooth

You Go down Smooth always makes the morning go smoother. -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNFRRfVBWjg

15. Foals, My Number

Fun and pumped up! -KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAsGFnLl2u0

16. The Chainsmokers, Roses

For those of you who like a little EDM in the morning to get you going. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5Mv2iV0wkU

17. Phil Vassar, Just Another Day in Paradise

A song about the ups and downs of everyday life, but in a fun way. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QR4Y6Ll0DwA

18. oneboredjue, Hollaback Yonce

Kinda self explanatory. – KP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69-iI0eTSLY

19. Kenny Chesney, The Big Revival

Circle of Life-esque, it’ll wake you up for sure. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=213aAkQs9iQ

20. Beyonce, Crazy in Love

Another, self explanatory classic. -KC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViwtNLUqkMY