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“luther (with sza”) – Kendrick Lemar
Coming off his jaw-dropping performance at Super Bowl LXI, this track starts off this playlist right. Kendrick’s revolutionary lyricism, paired with a magical feature from SZA, makes this track something we cannot ignore.
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“Little Wing” – Jimi Hendrix
Arguably the greatest guitarist of all time, Hendrix blesses us with a psychedelic lullaby wrapped with his signature sound. This track feels like floating through a dream. The perfect song to hit play as you unwind from midterms to the soundtrack of a legend.
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“River” – Leon Bridges
“River” is a slow-burning and soulful song, nodding to the traditional art of gospel. Bridges channels the weight of history in his track, offering a moment of reflection in the midst of chaos. Like his entire discography, “River” is soul-deep beauty in song form.
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“Waiting In Vain” – Bob Marley & The Wailers
Picture yourself a week from now on the beach with a book in hand, stress-free. The only artist that should be coming out of your speaker should be Bob Marley, no question. This reggae classic, pulled from his revolutionary Exodus album, hooks you in just like the love he’s singing about.
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“Fast Car” – Tracy Chapman
Put Luke Combs on pause for this week and give some credit where it’s due to Tracy Chapman. A true iconic song, this track captures the restless hope of wanting to go places. Chapman tells a story that is both deeply personal and universally felt. With her raw vocals and stripped-down guitar, she creates something timeless. It’s understandable why this song continues to resonate across generations.
