A note about these songs:
"Jump Around" by House of Pain requires a bit of an explanation because I’m showing my real Wisconsinite colors. It’s true: I’m a Badger! I didn’t frequent football games, but “Jump Around” was still ubiquitous during my undergrad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have a lot of great memories centered around this song that continue to follow me around as an adult and fill me with pride to be a part of that collegiate community. Trust me, if you break out this song while DJing a wedding in Wisconsin, you’ll fill the dance floor no problem - you might even end up summoning Bucky himself!
1. Patti Smith - People Have The Power
2. LCD Soundsystem - All My Friends
3. The Beatles - Hey Jude
4. Bikini Kill - Rebel Girl
5. Elvis Costello - (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding
6. Curtis Mayfield - Move On Up
7. The O'Jays - Love Train
8. Lizzo - Good As Hell
9. Carole King - Where You Lead
10. The Clash - I'm Not Down
11. James Brown - I Got You (I Feel Good)
12. IDLES - Television
13. Sam Cooke - A Change is Going to Come
14. Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings - This Land is Your Land
15. House Of Pain - Jump Around
Did this list make you think of other songs that bring us together? Submit your own song list to help create our 893 song countdown May 4-14.
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