20 Throwback Songs You Need On Your Playlist
Transport yourself back to the early 2000s when life was simpler and your biggest concern was what color feathers you wanted to put in your hair. These throwback songs will bring back memories of sitting in the backseat of your mom’s car with the windows down, hair flying in the wind, and your throat burning from singing your heart out.
1. “Animal” by Neon Trees
Picture this…it’s the summer of 2010 and you’re dancing around your bedroom with this song on blast! Every time you need a reminder of the good old days, queue this song up and crank the volume as loud as it will go! Some songs just never get old!
2. “We Are Young” by fun.
What better way to remember your younger years than to jam out to this throwback song! I distinctly remember dancing the night away to this song at my 8th-grade dance. Then again at prom. And even last week after a long day of work! It’s just too good to leave in the past!
3. “Kiss Me Thru The Phone” by Soulja Boy
Do I even need to say anything? This throwback song radiates pining for your elementary school crush back when you had a minute limit on your phone plan. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, then you’re missing out and I’m getting old!
4. “Forever and Always” by Taylor Swift (Taylor’s Version)
We all know what happens when you mess with T-Swift! She writes a whole album about you! The queen of breakup songs had us crying our hearts out before we even knew what love was! We can thank Joe Jonas for the creation of this absolute banger!
5. “The Sweet Escape” by Gwen Stefani
Before Gwen Stefani turned country, she was releasing “bad bitch” music before that term even became a social media phenomenon. I’m picturing this song blasting in your car as you speed to get home before curfew. Am I right or am I right?
6. “Pursuit Of Happiness” by Kid Cudi
Nothing screams out-of-control house party like this throwback song does! Kid Cudi had everybody wanting to jump into a pool fully clothed and then go kick some ass in beer pong. Now that we’re at the age we can actually do that, this song deserves to hit the charts again!
7. “Cooler Than Me” by Mike Posner
We all had mad beef with somebody when we were kids. It seems so ridiculous looking back, but I just know you had this song dedicated to them!
8. “Someone Like You” by Adele
Don’t freak out, but this song was released over a decade ago in 2011! Immediately recognized just by the first note of the piano, this iconic break-up song has officially reached throwback status. As Adele continues to produce amazing music, we can never forget where it all began!
9. “I’m Ready” by AJR
With their more recent releases trending on TikTok, it’s only fair to pay tribute to one of their original hits. How could we forget about the iconic sound bite of SpongeBob singing “I’m Ready” that starts the song off with a bang!
10. “Somebody That I Used To Know” by Gotye
I remember being in 5th grade, never having a boyfriend in my life, and yet still relating so hard to this song! Whether it brings back memories of lost love or broken friendships, we can all agree that the amount of nostalgia associated with this song entitles it to a spot on your playlist!
11. “Misery Business” by Paramore
Paramore did not need to go off this hard with their hit song Misery Business. The people couldn’t get enough and it launched them into stardom! You’re not going to want to miss a beat with this head-banging throwback song!
12. “Where Does The Good Go” by Tegan and Sara
This sister pop-duo made a comeback this year with their album “Still Jealous”, and it seems fitting to include a throwback song from their debut album “So Jealous”. They truly have come full circle!
13. “Kiss With A Fist” by Florence + The Machine
I wouldn’t blame you if you’ve never heard this song before, but it was definitely my go-to jam when I was needing to let off some steam. You might recognize Florence + The Machine for their song “Dog Days Are Over” from the same album but this one deserves to finally get some attention!
14. “Black Sheep” by Metric
Was anyone else obsessed with the movie Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World? If you said no, I’m seriously questioning your taste in movies. If you’re like me (hopefully you are), then you’re probably familiar with this absolute banger throwback song sung by Brie Larson in the movie.
15. “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World
It’s too easy nowadays for the world to feel like it’s crumbling around you. Trust me and listen to this song when you need a confidence boost! It’ll get your adrenaline pumping and your serotonin flowing!
16. “This Ain’t A Scene, It’s An Arms Race” by Fall Out Boy
Probably one of the most iconic features of the band Fall Out Boy is their ridiculously long song titles. If you ask me, it speaks to their rejection of the status quo the same way their music does! With so many of their songs getting popular in the past twenty years, I just had to pick one of my favorites for the sake of saving room for all the other musical masterpieces!
17. “7 Things” by Miley Cyrus
Is this a break-up song or a tribute to young love? I don’t have an answer but what I do know is that Miley Cyrus held nothing back! She captured how complicated relationships can be and despite this throwback song coming out in 2008, it stays relatable!
18. “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri
This one is for all my Twilight fans out there. Don’t bother trying to hide it! We all get misty-eyed when this song comes on. Embrace it and rock that “Team Edward” shirt you’ve got tucked away in your closet.
19. “Fluorescent Adolescent” by Arctic Monkeys
This might not have been your most-listened-to song by Arctic Monkeys, but it’s about to be! As we get older and these songs slowly turn into musical history, you’ll relate to this particular throwback song more than you think!
20. “Sex on Fire” by Kings of Leon
Not gonna lie, I used to think I was so cool being ten and listening to this song on my iPod Touch. It still hits just as hard listening to it now in my twenties.
What’s your favorite throwback song? Let us know in the comments which of these bangers brings back your best memories!
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