In the editor’s rotation: We are so back

My loyal readers (all two of you): The title says it all. We are, in fact, so back.

It’s a new semester. My brain has been given a long, luxurious rest, and now I’m ready to be an academic weapon again. As a celebratory beginning of the semester gift, allow me to share what I’ve been listening to lately.

This might be my most out-of-sorts playlist yet, and that’s saying something coming from someone who once had 2Pac and Jeff Buckley in the same rotation.

‘Alter Ego’ — Doechii ft. JT

Starting out strong. I first heard this song on the newest season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and it instantly wormed its way right into my brain. I’ve been listening to this song as soon as I get up in the morning and leave for class. It’s like my equivalent to starting the day with chugging a Monster.

I can’t dance, but I’d be lying if I said this song doesn’t make me want to vogue and duck walk like a seasoned drag queen.

‘It Ain’t Me Babe’ — Joan Baez

I know, the change in vibes might be a bit jarring. But I’ve been obsessed with this cover since the moment I stumbled upon it on Spotify this summer.

I’ve gone in and out of phases with this track, but right now, it’s in full force – ask my mother. Every time we were in the car together over J-Term, I had to play this song. Sorry, mom.

‘Silver Springs - Live at Warner Brothers Studio in Burbank, CA 5/23/97’ — Fleetwood Mac

I’m proud to say that “Silver Springs” has always been my favorite Fleetwood Mac song since I started listening to the band in middle school. That’s right, I’ve been here before the TikTok trends and Pinterest-posting, and you bet your ass I’m going to gloat about it. I know that this song haunts Lindsey Buckingham every single day of his existence.

‘What Is This Feeling?’ — Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo

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I finally got to see “Wicked” while I was home over J-Term, and it altered my brain chemistry. After watching a low-quality bootleg of “Wicked” on YouTube in eighth grade (what do y’all know about YouTube “slime tutorials?”), this song solidified itself as my favorite from the soundtrack. Grande and Erivo simply knocked it out of the park.

‘One Last Breath’ — Creed

Unashamed Creed enjoyer here. This track was a staple over my winter break because my brother and I would blast it in the car, yelling along, all while our youngest brother begged for us to stop.

‘Lockjaw’ — Sir Mix-a-Lot

It wouldn’t be a classic Chloe playlist if The Mix — The Mack Daddy, if you will — didn’t secure a spot on it. “Lockjaw” has fallen into the TikTok music conglomerate, but that doesn’t stop it from being a great song.

‘One of Us’ and ‘The Winner Takes It All’ — ABBA

I’m back on my ABBA kick for the first time in years, and it feels so good. Everyone talks about how Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo write legendary breakup songs. Meanwhile, you guys are missing out on how ABBA writes heartbreak.

‘Drain Me!’ — Towa Bird

This song is so catchy and deserves much more recognition. Mark my words, Towa Bird is going to become a big, big name within the next year or so. I can feel it — and she deserves it. Go check her out now, that way you can say you were there from the start when her career skyrockets.

‘I’ll Wear Your Ring’ — Trixie Mattel

I am a Trixie Mattel fan first and a human being second. I mean, I literally named my dog after her. I’m not usually a fan of country music, but Mattel along with a select few others (Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn — you know the vibe) are the exceptions.

This is one of Mattel’s earlier songs, but it’s so beautiful. Not to mention, the lyrics are masterful and heart wrenching.

‘Our House’ — Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

This song feels like a warm hug, like someone has taken me into their arms and said, “everything is going to be OK.” It emphasizes the beauty of the little things, miniscule moments that we often take for granted. It’s simply timeless.

‘Blue Bayou’ and ‘Long Long Time’ — Linda Ronstadt

I can’t pick between the two of these songs. They’re equally beautiful, and Ronstadt’s vocals never fail to blow me away. At the end of the day, when I’m winding down and pondering in bed, these are the types of tracks I like to hear.

‘360’ — Charli xcx

“BRAT” summer is eternal. “BRAT” transcends all seasons. Need I say more?

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