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A Valentine's playlist for basically any love sitch

Let's face it: Valentine's Day usually brings, well, *so* many emotions. Whether you're feeling over the moon in love or absolutely heartbroken rn, it's OK. If you're feeling totally stumped about what music fits your current sitch or just looking for some song recs, we've got a queue for you. Here's a playlist we created for any love sitch you might find yourself in...

The new relationship

Everything is fresh and exciting. You still get butterflies in your stomach every time you think of them (aww!).

"Walking On Sunshine" by Katrina & The Waves
"I'm Yours" by Alessia Cara
"Labyrinth" by Taylor Swift
"Daydream" by The Aces
"Smitten" by Leanna Firestone
"Feels Like" by Gracie Abrams
"Always" by Isak Danielson
"He Could Be the One" by Hannah Montana

Recently heartbroken

You're feeling sad and lonely—whether you are currently going through a breakup or just never really got over that one person. 

"White Horse (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift
"Half a Heart" by One Direction
"Is It Just Me?" by Emily Burns
"traitor" by Olivia Rodrigo
"All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift
"Hollow" by Maisie Peters 
"When I Was Your Man" by Bruno Mars
"Breakeven" by The Script
"Joke's on You" by Katiana

"It's complicated"

You're not 100% sure what to make of this situationship. Despite the bumps that might lie on the road ahead, hopefully these songs help you find a way to come out on top. 

"The Story of Us" by Taylor Swift
"I'm Trying (Not Friends)" by Maisie Peters
"Still Into You" by Paramore 
"illicit affairs" by Taylor Swift
"Just Another Breakup Song" by Armant L'Heureux
"Two Ghosts" by Harry Styles
"happiness" by Taylor Swift
"Complicated" by Avril Lavigne 
"Our Song" by Matchbox Twenty
"Forever & Always (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift

Head over heels in love

Tbh, you've fallen. Hard. Your S.O. basically makes you feel like you're living in a fairy tale. 

"You Are In Love" by Taylor Swift
"Best of You" by Andy Grammer feat. Elle King
"Just the Way You Are" by Bruno Mars
"Paper Rings" by Taylor Swift
"I Freaking Love You" by Rookie
"Crazy Beautiful" by Andy Grammer 
"Our Song" by Taylor Swift 
"Lucky" by Jason Mraz feat. Colbie Caillat
"Like I'm Gonna Lose You" by Meghan Trainor feat. John Legend 
"I Like You" by Ben Rector
"Call It What You Want" by Taylor Swift

Hopelessly pining

This one's for you if you've ever crushed on someone so hard that you simply didn't know how to act anymore. You're just waiting for the day when they *finally* notice you. 

"Enchanted" by Taylor Swift 
"I Would" by One Direction
"I Think I Like You" by The Band CAMINO
"You Belong With Me (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift
"It Would Be You" by Ben Rector feat. Ingrid Michaelson
"Pancakes for Dinner" by Lizzy McAlpine
"Speak Now" by Taylor Swift
"Does He Know?" by One Direction 
"Shut Up And Kiss Me" by Marianas Trench
"Message in a Bottle" by Taylor Swift

Putting yourself back together

Whether it was just a crush or a full-blown relationship, you've been left to pick up the pieces. Now, you're finally feeling over it and more like yourself again!

"Break Up Song" by Little Mix
"Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson
"I Forgot That You Existed" by Taylor Swift
"no tears left to cry" by Ariana Grande
"She's So Gone" by Naomi Scott
"Too Well" by Reneé Rapp
"Picture to Burn" by Taylor Swift 
"I'm Still Standing" from Sing by Taron Egerton

Single and loving it

You don't need a bae to love life and have fun! Just keep doing you, girl.

"22" by Taylor Swift
"Flowers" by Miley Cyrus
"Love Myself" by Andy Grammer
"Heart Break" by Lady A
"Roar" by Katy Perry 
"Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield
"Dancing Queen" by ABBA

Check out these posts for more playlist recs: 
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๐Ÿ’™We just made you the best spring playlist (you're welcome)
๐Ÿ’™The perfect Y2K playlist for peak nostalgia

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by Natalie Misyak | 2/14/2023
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