So it’s been a fun ride, but this marks my last post (for this semester). I’ve had a lot of fun with the show. Not only did I get to blast some of my favorite music, but I’ve learned a lot about the genre as well and about radio in general. This playlist consists MOSTLY of best-ofs, but I’ll go ahead and talk about why I chose each song.
Kenny Chesney-Summertime
This song was a request from my BFF from back home, Amanda. It’s all about the end of school and the start of summer, so it’s also super appropriate as we go into the last week of classes at Oberlin.
Taylor Swift-Our Song
This is another song reminiscent of summer. It’s bouncy and light and about love and you really can’t go wrong with Taylor Swift.
Miranda Lambert-White Liar
This is an artist that’s gained a lot of recognition this year. She really got onto my radar after she won best female vocals at the CMAs. White Liar is the first song of hers that I really liked, but since then I’ve expanded my repertoire.
Rodney Atkins-If You’re Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows)
For a run on a hot day, this is the perfect song. It’s also one I’ve suggested to friends in the past who are going through a hard time. The mantra, just keep going, is very inspiring.
Brad Paisley-We Danced
I love Brad Paisley and how versatile he can be. This, of course, represents a softer side of his songs. And how more cowboy can a guy get?
Rockin' the Cowboy Hat
Alan Jackson-Chattahoochee
There’s so many Alan Jackson songs to choose from, but this is the first of his that I played and one of his most well-known.
Darius Rucker-Alright
Listening to this song, you can’t help but believe Darius Rucker when he says it’s “alright, alright.”
Carrie Underwood-Last Name
I like this Carrie Underwood song in particular because it’s so funny. Anyway, with a voice like hers, she could sing happy birthday and it’d be fantastic.
Tim McGraw-Something Like That
I think this may be my favorite Tim McGraw song.
Garth Brooks-Ain’t Goin’ Down (Til The Sun Comes Up)
This has to be my most listened song of the week, since I always listen to it while I’m running (sometimes on a loop). It’s got the greatest beat and it takes real talent to sing that fast and clear.
Ten ’til twelve is wine and dancing
Midnight starts the hard romancing
One o’clock that truck is rocking
Two is coming, still no stopping
Break to check the clock at three
They’re right on where they want to be
Four o’clock get up and going
Five o’clock that rooster’s crowing
I like especially how Brooks goes: croooowningggggggg
Patsy Cline-Leavin’ On Your Mind
Couldn’t have a best of show without Patsy Cline!!!
Big & Rich-Big Time
I love the way their voices harmonize here, and it’s one of my Dad’s favorites!
Toby Keith-How Do You Like Me Now?!
Like I’ve said about a million times before, I love Toby Keith. I love a lot of his songs but this one I love the best. It’s the kind of song anyone who’s graduated high school can relate to.
Lady Antebellum-I Run to You
Of course, Lady-A is another big newcomer on the country scene, breaking Rascal Flatts’ streak for Best Vocal Group at the CMAs this year. As much as like “Need You Now” and “American Honey” I think “I Run to You” is my favorite Lady-A song.
Billy Currington-People Are Crazy
This song represents everything I adore about country music. The simple, clean beat, Currington’s voice, and the little zinger at the end.
George Strait-Twang
You couldn’t have a best of show without George, either! This is a newer song of his, but one I really like, and one that really captures how I feel when I want to listen to a country song.
Anyway, it’s been so much fun this semester! I hope to be back next semester but…we’ll see!
-Kaleena
