LIFESTYLE

10 feel-good songs for your spring playlist

Kathryn Wheeler
By Kathryn Wheeler,
updated on Mar 7, 2024

10 feel-good songs for your spring playlist

Lighter days are on their way, so we’re gathering together some of our favourite feel-good songs for spring

The right track at the right time is bound to put a spring in your step – so, as we head into spring, it’s only right that our playlists reflect a more radiant mood.

With brighter days on the horizon, we’ve selected some of our favourite feel-good songs to boost your mood and get your toes tapping. Press play on these…

1. Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

We don’t know how long it’s going to stay but, while it’s here, the sun is something to be grateful for! This classic is bound to transport you to laid-back sunny days and that feeling of being excited for what’s still to come.


2. Sunshine – TIEKS feat. Dan Harkna

Dog-lovers will be sold by the music video alone, but this track also promises to get your toes tapping (and tails wagging). Think barbeques in the garden and drives with the windows down – warmer weather is on its way!


3. 1234 – Feist

For a laid-back, feel-good anthem, you can’t go wrong with ‘1234’ by Feist. The perfect tune to sing along to (and to then get stuck in your head for days after). When it comes to mood boosters, this track is simple but effective.


4. Higher Love – Kygo & Whitney Houston

If you’re in the mood to belt along with some legends, ‘Higher Love’ is the perfect track for you. Uplifting and invigorating, it’s time to throw open your arms and embrace the promises of spring.


5. For Once in My Life – Stevie Wonder

Perfectly capturing that warm, hopeful feeling that comes with this time of the year, ‘For Once in My Life’ is a classic that you’ll want to crank up the volume on.


6. Sunshine On My Shoulders – John Denver

Think gentle strolls through rolling hills with the spring sunshine basking down on you – that’s where this track from John Denver is going to transport you to. Close your eyes, and let this gentle tune take you there.


7. Ain't No Sunshine – Bill Withers

The classic mellow tune that will have you tapping along with the beat, if it’s chilled vibes that you’re after, ‘Ain’t No Sunshine’ is an unmissable addition to your Spring playlist.


8. My Silver Lining – First Aid Kit

Like throwing open the windows on a bright sunny day, ‘My Silver Lining’ from First Aid Kit will be sure to blow away the cobwebs with its uplifting melodies and driving beat.


9. Friday I’m In Love – The Cure

Think bank holidays and after-work meetups with friends and family. Bottle up that ‘Friday feeling’ this spring, and hold on to its feel-good power with this classic track from The Cure.


10. Over The Rainbow & What A Wonderful World Medley – Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

Good times are waiting for us, just around the corner. Israel Kamakawiwo'ole’s soft, pure vocals are the kind that touch your spirit, and his cover of these two classic tunes will have you singing along and dreaming of light, happy days.

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