Price Chopper is replete with red and pink candy and heart-shaped desserts, which can only mean one thing … it is almost Valentine’s Day! Whether you are planning to celebrate with a partner, friends or by yourself, this time of year is special and full of hugs, kisses and lots of chocolate. LOVE is in the air with this week’s 13 Beats; XOXO.
1. All My Love – Noah Kahan (2022)
Noah Kahan professes his lingering love for a past flame in this boppy folk track: “It’s all okay, there ain’t a drop of bad blood / it’s all my love, you got all my love.” Hopefully, Kahan will channel the same catchy folk energy in the upcoming album on April 24!
2. LOVE. – Kendrick Lamar, Zacari (2017)
In a deep ode to his long-time lover, Kendrick Lamar raps, “Don’t got you, I got nothin’.” The slow and smooth beat and romantic lyrics perfectly capture Lamar’s strong feelings of love.
3. Baby, I Love You – Ramones (1980)
This punk rock track is sure to get the sparks flying and cheeks blushing if you play it on Valentine’s Day! “I think I may start crying, my heart can’t wait another day,” Joey Ramone sings, illustrating how desperately he wishes to be with the one he loves.
4. Love Lost – Mac Miller, The Temper Trap (2022)
Mac Miller sings about finding love and passion in his music on this snappy track. Lyrics like “All I got is this damn song” emphasize how the art of music will always be there for him.
5. Lovefool – The Cardigans (1996)
“Lovefool” is sure to get stuck in your head with its dreamy production and catchy melody. Nina Persson sings about how her lover is living rent-free in her head and how much she wants them to stay.
6. I’m In Love With You – The 1975 (2022)
If you are looking for a track to dance around to with people you love, this would be my pick. I love screaming along to the end of the bridge where the beat picks back up into the chorus, and Matty Healy sings, “One, two, yeah I’m in love with you!”
7. Love On The Brain – Rihanna (2016)
“Don’t you stop loving me, don’t quit loving me,” croons Rihanna in this slow and sweet track about wanting her lover to give it all he’s got. I recently saw an interview where Rihanna said this was her favorite song she has written.
8. Friday, I’m in Love – The Cure (1992)
This optimistic pop track perfectly captures the excitement of getting to see someone you love. “It’s Friday, I’m in love,” sings Robert Smith, emphasizing how the only day of the week that matters is the one when he’s with his lover.
9. Love Story – Taylor Swift (2008)
This instantly recognizable pop track is a classic for a reason. Swift draws the listener into a story about two forbidden lovers. The lyric “This love is difficult, but it’s real” captures the strong desire to push past people’s judgment and just enjoy each other.
10. Love song – Lana Del Rey (2019)
Lana Del Rey sings about how special her lover is in this warm ballad. The lyric “The taste, the touch, the way we love, it all comes down to make the sound of our love song,” shows how unique their connection is.
11. City Love – John Mayer (2001)
“She keeps a toothbrush at my place, as if I had the extra space,” sings Mayer in this jazzy pop track. Through depictions of city living, Mayer demonstrates how important his lover is in his life.
12. Love Galore – SZA, Travis Scott (2017)
This soulful R&B track shows the fun in loving yourself and enjoying quick flings after a bad breakup. “Love however we want, it don’t matter” repeats SZA, emphasizing how love comes in different forms.
13. You’ve Got The Love – Florence + The Machine (2009)
Lead singer Florence Welch sings about how the love from her partner gets her through hard times and keeps her going when she does not love herself. Welch’s ethereal vocals pair beautifully with the steady and harmonious beat that brings the lyrics to life.
