Motivated Mondays: 5 Songs Guaranteed to Put a Smile on Your Face.

I can't believe the weekend is already over. I wish I could just crawl back into bed and cuddle with my dog. Except my dog isn't allowed in my bed, but that's not the point. Maybe we can cuddle on the couch...
Anyway, Mondays are known to put about 90% of the population in a slump, unless you're a server and your off days aren't on the weekends, but I digress. I'm definitely one of those people who needs a little motivation on Mondays, and music is one of my best motivators. These are some of my favorite songs to get me pumped, not just on Mondays, but pretty much every morning as of late.

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L.O.V.E by THE GARDINER SISTERS The Gardiner Sisters are a recent YouTube obsession of mine. They are so sweet and fun, and I really think that we could totally be friends. Not to mention, they're all so talented. This is my favorite of their original songs. It's so cute.

NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE by US I've been obsessed with this song for a long time, and every time I hear it, it instantly makes my heart smile. Side note: They sang this song together at their wedding, because when they were writing it together, they realized they were writing their vows, so the first time they performed it was on their wedding day. Can I get an "awwww?" Also check out, "Smile & Keep Your Head Up." I had that song on here originally but couldn't find a suitable YouTube video, so look it up on iTunes or Spotify!

LET ME IN by GROUPLOVE This song just has a such a unique tone, and I love it. A lot of the lines make me smile, and I think they'll do the same for you!

BEST DAY OF MY LIFE by AMERICAN AUTHORS Okay, this song has been out for awhile now, but everytime I hear it, it just makes me happy. If you start every day off with this song, the possibility of it being the best day of your life is just a teensy bit more likely, dontcha think?

WHY NOT by HILARY DUFF Okay okay okay. I know what you're thinking, but this song will always be amazing in my book. Plus, it has a really good message. I mean, why not take a crazy chance? Why not, huh? Exactly. (Also, after rewatching this video, I'm just now realizing that Hilary's wearing a brass knuckle necklace. Who knew she was so hardcore back then? Not me. I was just jealous that she got to kiss Aaron Carter.)

What songs make you smile?

Linking up with Hima and Marla for Monday Melodies!

23 comments :

Chelsea VJuly 21, 2014 at 8:46 AM
Totally going to listen to all of these songs as a pick-me-up for this rainy morning! LOVE the Hilary Duff addition at the end :)
Nina WJuly 21, 2014 at 10:35 AM
Wow I LOVE Us the Duo! I haven't heard them before. Yay for new music! Also, the Hilary Duff song. Heck yes. I listen to her when I'm in a bad mood. That whole Metamorphosis cd was my jam.
Amy B.July 21, 2014 at 12:15 PM
I love why not. I know this morning I didn't wait to get up. Mainly do to not getting a good amount of sleep this weekend.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 3:20 PM
Yes! These songs always make me happy. Hilary just popped up on my 90's Pandora, and I HAD to add it!
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 3:22 PM
Us the Duo is amazing! And they're super cute together too! I like to watch their YouTube videos. I was way to obsessed with the Metamorphosis CD. "If you caaaaan't do the math, then get out of the equation." Yes, Hilary. Singin to my soul.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 3:22 PM
I wish I slept more this weekend! I was up doing a lot of writing. "Why Not" is such a fun song!
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 3:23 PM
"Why Not" will always be amazing. I watched the music video, and it just made me smile. Brought me back haha. Us the Duo is so adorable! I love them. I listen to their CD on Spotify all the time.
MadalineJuly 21, 2014 at 3:26 PM
I love Best Day of My Life! I hum it continually! I also hum a lot of Barry White because he makes me happy too hahaha.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 4:55 PM
I don't think I'll ever get tired of "Best Day of My Life." It just makes me so happy!
Raewyn SmithJuly 21, 2014 at 7:15 PM
Omg, I've never heard of US or The Gardiner Sisters and now I am obsessed!!Thanks for the smile, lady!
Coffee Beans High HeelsJuly 21, 2014 at 7:44 PM
omg Hilary Duff's why not! i swear i forgot that song existed, it was my favorite when i was younger! Best day of my life is amazing and LOVE became my new jam! thanks for sharing this lsit
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Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 8:12 PM
Yay! I'm go glad! I love The Gardiner Sisters! They're all so talented and sweet. Their YouTube videos always make me smile. And Us is so so amazing!
Tiffany KhylaJuly 21, 2014 at 8:12 PM
"Why Not" was definitely my jam back in the day too, but I still jam to it every now and again, not gonna lie haha.
Jessica AngelesJuly 22, 2014 at 1:02 AM
OMG Hilary Duff I LOVE HER! Also, I can't stop watching The Gardiner Sisters now!
EllieJuly 22, 2014 at 7:52 AM
I agree with Jess, thanks SO much for introducing the Gardiner Sisters.. LOVE THEM!! This whole list is amazing. & Who wouldn't enjoy ending the music list with some post Lizzie McGuire?!?! Love it!!
Paulina DombrowskiJuly 22, 2014 at 11:19 AM
Omg why not! Best song ever!
Yvonne RhinehartJuly 22, 2014 at 12:00 PM
Such great selections here.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 22, 2014 at 2:30 PM
Hilary Duff is so awesome! I want her to come out with more music. And the Gardiner Sisters are awesome too! I love watching their videos - both their covers and their random fun ones.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 22, 2014 at 2:31 PM
Yay! I'm glad! I love them so much! They're super talented and lots of fun.
Tiffany KhylaJuly 22, 2014 at 2:31 PM
It really is! I can't NOT jam to it!
Tiffany KhylaJuly 22, 2014 at 2:31 PM
Thank you!
Marla RogersJuly 23, 2014 at 1:19 AM
Oh my god Hilary Duff YES that is literally such an amazing song!! Thank you for including that haha I can't believe I forgot about it, shame on me! And thanks for linking up with us this week :]
Tiffany KhylaJuly 23, 2014 at 9:35 AM
Yes! Hilary is so awesome! The 90's kid in me will always love her.