Playlist for the Hopeless Anti-Romantics
Happy Single, But Kinda Lonely
To all those with a love-hate relationship with romance...
There's no shortage of love songs out there, so here are a few of my favorite songs with a bit of an anti-romantic theme, with a touch of hopeless romantic (based on personal interpretations). Feel free to comment any song suggestions you have as well!
i'm so tired... (Lauv, Troye Sivan)
Genre: Pop
Why I like it: Introvert-friendly, catchy rhythm, theme of craving some kind of connection but being tired from the search for it
Favorite lyric: "Just wanna go home"
https://open.spotify.com/track/4vjpLMyL3ZO6aphdYr8XYw?si=9388bd00a1da4d98
Imagination (Foster the People)
Genre: Pop, Alternative
Why I like it: Carefree and quirky sound, contrasted by a hint of bitterness through the lyrics, makes me feel like dancing
Favorite lyric: "I see us dancing by ourselves, we do it better with no one around"
https://open.spotify.com/track/2flxduIqEbsicdmPyj1WVW?si=2209fe87855d44f
blue (the bootleg boy)
Genre: Emo trap
Why I like it: Short and simple, vocals span a lovely range, chill sound
Favorite lyric: "So are we gonna fall? Or are we gonna fall in love? No, we don't know at all, I'm scared that it won't be enough"
https://open.spotify.com/track/18WI5LEikfhXo606KbapYf?si=ad1d8db3e4864e9d
Dear No One (Tori Kelly)
Genre: Pop, R&B
Why I like it: Descriptive and relatable lyrics, appreciates independence while validating the desire for romance
Favorite lyric: "So if you're out there, I swear to be good to you, but I'm done looking for my future someone"
https://open.spotify.com/track/2wWboDFZJPWXVNlHUbdSVQ?si=ebbc524c4c50482b
Anti-Romantic (Tomorrow X Together)
Genre: K-Pop
Why I like it: Ironic lyrics, theme of putting up an anti-romantic front in fear of the heartache romance can bring, calm and easy to sing to
Favorite lyric: "Sorry, I'm an anti-romantic, I want to run away, far away"
https://open.spotify.com/track/44tTqUi3xi7E28QLzHVdUA?si=2fb5a9b333914dd1
Losing My Religion (R.E.M.)
Genre: Alternative rock
Why I like it: Creative and abstract lyrics, theme of unrequited love, upbeat rhythm but bittersweet vocals
Favorite lyric: "I think I thought I saw you try"
https://open.spotify.com/track/31AOj9sFz2gM0O3hMARRBx?si=1b6b2101c32f49bf
That Girl Don't Live here (Courtney Hadwin)
Genre: Pop, Funk
Why I like it: Powerful vocals, upbeat, theme of finding yourself apart from other people
Favorite lyric: "If you're looking for a girl like the girl next door, that girl don't live here anymore"
https://open.spotify.com/track/0ANuHjzCLe5GIQAzh21R3M?si=3986c2ec473f4b2a
Bowling Ball (Superchick)
Genre: Pop rock
Why I like it: Punk aesthetic, theme of knowing your worth and saving your energy for the one who deserves you
Favorite lyric: "You need that boy like a bowling ball dropped on your head, which means not at all"
https://open.spotify.com/track/1IQwoktQVqnJvMA72Qswdy?si=9ec1b994d05c4c38
Au Revoir (Sweet After Tears)
Genre: Indie, Alternative
Why I like it: Simple and happy sound, theme of resolve and knowing your worth
Favorite lyric: "And I have no idea what to do, but I'm so sure that I don't need you"
https://open.spotify.com/track/0ke6DgZ3ZFGYoyiO2gsssD?si=3c93e7ea113d4167
My Heart Escapes (Blindside)
Genre: Post-hardcore
Why I like it: Fun and catchy, aggressive vocals but cutely creative lyrics
Favorite lyric: "I never meant to give it away, my heart escapes and I try to catch it when it runs to you...here I stand in silence, with bloodstains on my raincoat, my heart escapes, catch it when it runs to you"
https://open.spotify.com/track/1q1GFzGQV5Nqc4dHvz5nEa?si=2f4035edf64b495b
Lonely (RM)
*Explicit*
Genre: K-pop, Rap
Why I like it: Contrast of lighthearted sound and melancholy lyrics, fun and chill
Favorite lyric: "I tried a million times to let you know, so many memories are on the floor, and now I hate the cities I don't belong, just wanna go back home"
https://open.spotify.com/track/50y0OQgar3BnwTt1pXdYsM?si=b2c5b457a5fa4926
Socially Alive (Su Lee)
Genre: Pop
Why I like it: Cute and relatable lyrics, theme of the struggle to maintain a social life and connect with people while feeling socially awkward
Favorite lyric: "Is a hug too much? Am I being a creep? Just wanna show love, I'm a little bit lonely"
https://open.spotify.com/track/1sYgPZEyrbHr2Zo2R6g06z?si=3421f3c0807f42c4
King (Florence + The Machine)
Genre: Indie rock
Why I like it: Powerful vocals, slow burn, emotional buildup and payoff
Favorite lyric: "I am no mother, I am no bride, I am king"
https://open.spotify.com/track/1VSngtLdJhrlfHkLxTyOXK?si=d87b2e4437c145c6
Manta (Lexie Liu)
Genre: C-Pop
Why I like it: Female rap, theme of independence and success
Favorite lyric: "I don't need no romancer"
https://open.spotify.com/track/2ckGH6FtxWeAv0SskcREd1?si=4bc7e69ee827423a
Introverted (John Michael Howell)
Genre: Pop
Why I like it: Cute lyrics, easy listening, energetic
Favorite lyric: "You think I'm shy, but I'm just shy around you"
https://open.spotify.com/track/0iPX6rarnxKzKhiHNdsRJQ?si=f334f72258f54042
Definitely Maybe (FM Static)
Genre: Pop punk
Why I like it: Cheesy high school romance aesthetic, lighthearted and humorous
Favorite lyric: "She worked around the corner, at a diner with a grouchy owner, and her boyfriend Shady dates another girl named Katie, he loves her definitely maybe"
https://open.spotify.com/track/4dYeLvp1VhtMRBQvSUScoz?si=820dbbc107de4bf9
Hope some of these can brighten your day a bit!
Thanks for reading!
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