Flyby's Spring 2025 Playlist

Now that we’ve been back to school for a week, we are all too familiar with our daily commutes. Or we should be at least — it's too early to skip class just yet. Whether it’s early in the morning for your 9 a.m., or at night as you hike back to the Quad, music is essential to making your daily treks all the less miserable. Here are some of our top musical picks to start your spring semester off right!

“The Love Club” by Lorde - Ava H. Rem

I’m looking forward to so much flove this semester and saying yes to more silly outings with friends <3. Also, with spring on the horizon, there will be no possibility of any seasonal sadness!!

“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” by Elton John and Keke Dee - Tehle E. Ross

I have concerningly high expectations for spring semester, so here’s to hoping that my classes live up to them and don’t go breaking my heart!

“Higher Love” by Kygo and Whitney Houston - Evangeline J Gilmer

I had a rather difficult end to 2024, and while that will make this semester challenging, I have high hopes academically and career-wise! No matter what, I think I’m going to be really happy with the person I’ve become by the end of this semester (which is also the end of my college career). :)

“Greatest Love of All” by Whitney Houston - Victoria Chen

I definitely need to prioritize self-love and self-care more this semester, making this song a necessary anthem. Also, Whitney Houston’s voice is timeless and amazing!!

“Messy” by Lola Young - Shawn A. Boehmer

I really want to be more myself and care less in general this semester. Comparison is truly the thief of joy! I am so excited for the semester and want to do it all…while being a little more messy. Let’s be real — life here is entirely for the plot. Last note: I do NOT want to go through a breakup (as the song depicts). Quite the opposite, actually (TBA!).

“Wild Ones” by FloRida, featuring Sia - Christian Serrano

Pop music from the 2010s makes me feel so euphoric, and honestly, it embodies the energy I want to radiate this semester (!!!): confident, unapologetic, genuine, and electric. With cold weather and an academic comeback knocking at my door, I want to focus on my mindset as much as I can in order to make the most of the semester!

“Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want” by The Smiths - Mirika J. Jambudi

The title says it all, but I’m hoping for academics, extracurriculars, and internship applications to go positively this semester. I also want to find a better balance between school and taking care of myself!

“DtMF” by Bad Bunny - Mia N. Rodriguez

Although I’m really excited for my last semester, it’s hitting me all at once that this is indeed my LAST semester in college. I really want to prioritize simply having a good time with friends and making memories while I still can (in order to not end up like my dear regret-filled Bad Bunny).

“Put The Money In The Bag” by Yuno Miles - Wyatt C. Croog

This song really speaks to me as I gear up for a semester marked (rather impressively) by no class on Thursdays and Fridays. I’m determined to make the most of my time by being smart about my finances and exploring alternative revenue streams. Like the song, it’s all about focus and determination—I’m not just securing grades, I’m securing the bag in every sense.

"Summer 2000 Baby" by TV Girl and George Clanton - Melissa C. Suquisupa

This song always reminds me to make the most of every moment, and that’s exactly what I’ll be doing this semester. Especially since I’m almost halfway through college… So, here’s to living it up while being an academic weapon (tbd)!!!

“Money Trees” by Kendrick Lamar - Brooke Decho

This song just makes me think of sunshine and being outside, as my friends and I would listen to it every summer in high school. I sense that I’ll need those good vibes to carry me through this semester…

“Time of the Season” by The Zombies - Bianca M. Egan

It feels like a relatively calm song; I’m hoping that nothing crazy happens, but I’m also trying to reign in good karma — hence the title.

If you’ve made it this far, we hope we were able to take your mind off of the bitter cold for 48 minutes while you do whatever it is you have to this semester. We wish you good luck with classes, and have a beautiful spring semester!