Let’s face it, the holiday season can be one of mixed emotions. While some of us have been homesick since August, others come to prefer their home away from home here at Mizzou. Regardless, here is the perfect playlist that captures the myriad of feelings we all have about going home for the holidays.
Closing Time, Semisonic
Have a hometown crush you still have feelings for? Or is it finally dawning on you that college is moving way too fast? Semisonic’s “Closing Time” captures that feeling. This nostalgic gem is the perfect song to get you and the family in the mood for that road trip to grandma’s.
Coming Home, Leon Bridges
On the flip side, maybe you’ve been doing long distance! “Coming Home” by Leon Bridges gives you that warm and fuzzy feeling you got on your first date all over again. Play this song while baking your favorite holiday dish with your other half.
Christmas Wrapping, The Waitresses
Holidays are stressful; The Waitresses and their use of changing tempos and brass instrument solos make you feel less alone in the chaos of the holidays.
This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody), Talking Heads
Like “Closing Time,” “This Must Be the Place” is another fan favorite. The song’s main lyric, “Home is where I want to be,” brings the family together, whether they’ve been away at school or working their nine to five.
Player’s Ball, Outkast
Some of us use fall and winter break to fill our pockets. “Player’s Ball” is sure to keep you motivated while you work that hometown job you hate.
Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd
Maybe this is your first year with someone missing from the dinner table. “Wish You Were Here” contains a melodic motif that will have you reminiscing on those moments when they were here. The tape effects throughout the song, particularly at the end, make for that amazing cry sesh you may have been holding in.
End of the Road, Boyz II Men
Hard for you to say goodbye at the end of break? “End of the Road” puts you in that melancholy mood you feel once you are back on the road to campus.
Whether you are going home for break, staying in Columbia, or going on a trip with your friends, these songs are sure to bring you comfort in all of the feelings associated with the holidays.
