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May 24, 2024 | Moving Tips, Packing How Tos

father-and-daughter-dancing-kitchenThe list of to-dos can feel endless and daunting when you’re gearing up for a move. But what if you turn the chores into a dance party? Music is a fantastic motivator and mood booster, and with our specially curated playlists, you can add some rhythm to your packing and moving experience.

The Benefits of Listening to Music While Moving

Packing up everything you own can be a lot more enjoyable with the right soundtrack. Music not only lifts your spirits but also boosts productivity. It can turn a day of packing into an invigorating activity, helping the time pass more pleasantly and keeping your energy levels high. So press play, and let’s get moving!

Packing Playlist: 50 Songs to Keep You Grooving

As you sort, wrap and box, these tracks will keep your motivation soaring. Here’s our ultimate packing playlist:

  1. “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
  2. “Move on Up” – Curtis Mayfield
  3. “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” – Whitney Houston
  4. “Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars
  5. “Walking on Sunshine” – Katrina and the Waves
  6. “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” – Justin Timberlake
  7. “Eye of the Tiger” – Survivor
  8. “The Distance” – Cake
  9. “Roar” – Katy Perry
  10. “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” – Kelly Clarkson
  11. “Dancing Queen” – ABBA
  12. “Let’s Dance” – David Bowie
  13. “Shake It Off” – Taylor Swift
  14. “Boogie Wonderland” – Earth, Wind & Fire
  15. “Livin’ on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi
  16. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey
  17. “Good as Hell” – Lizzo
  18. “Freedom! ’90” – George Michael
  19. “You Can’t Hurry Love” – Phil Collins
  20. “Mr. Brightside” – The Killers
  21. “Celebration” – Kool & The Gang
  22. “Footloose” – Kenny Loggins
  23. “Stayin’ Alive” – Bee Gees
  24. “Best Day of My Life” – American Authors
  25. “I Got You (I Feel Good)” – James Brown
  26. “All Star” – Smash Mouth
  27. “Beautiful Day” – U2
  28. “Happy Together” – The Turtles
  29. “Don’t Stop Me Now” – Queen
  30. “Twist and Shout” – The Beatles
  31. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
  32. “Jump Around” – House of Pain
  33. “Pump It” – The Black Eyed Peas
  34. “Take on Me” – a-ha
  35. “We Will Rock You” – Queen
  36. “Feel It Still” – Portugal. The Man
  37. “Crazy in Love” – Beyoncé feat. Jay-Z
  38. “Born This Way” – Lady Gaga
  39. “Firework” – Katy Perry
  40. “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
  41. “Shut Up and Dance” – WALK THE MOON
  42. “One Way or Another” – Blondie
  43. “Get Lucky” – Daft Punk feat. Pharrell Williams
  44. “It’s My Life” – Bon Jovi
  45. “Rolling in the Deep” – Adele
  46. “Tubthumping” – Chumbawamba
  47. “Higher Love” – Steve Winwood
  48. “We Found Love” – Rihanna feat. Calvin Harris
  49. “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” – Cyndi Lauper
  50. “The Middle” – Zedd, Maren Morris, Grey

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Relocation Tunes: 50 Songs to Add to Your Road Trip Playlist

As you embark on your journey to a new home, let these tracks be your companions. Whether it’s a cross-country adventure or a drive to the next town, our road trip playlist sets the perfect backdrop:

  1. “On the Road Again” – Willie Nelson
  2. “Life is a Highway” – Tom Cochrane
  3. “Born to Run” – Bruce Springsteen
  4. “Send Me On My Way” – Rusted Root
  5. “Go Your Own Way” – Fleetwood Mac
  6. “Route 66” – Chuck Berry
  7. “Here I Go Again” – Whitesnake
  8. “Sweet Home Alabama” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
  9. “Running on Empty” – Jackson Browne
  10. “Drive My Car” – The Beatles
  11. “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver
  12. “Hit the Road Jack” – Ray Charles
  13. “Highway to Hell” – AC/DC
  14. “Radar Love” – Golden Earring
  15. “Ramble On” – Led Zeppelin
  16. “King of the Road” – Roger Miller
  17. “Little Red Corvette” – Prince
  18. “Truckin’” – Grateful Dead
  19. “Mustang Sally” – Wilson Pickett
  20. “Fast Car” – Tracy Chapman
  21. “Ride Like the Wind” – Christopher Cross
  22. “Drive” – Incubus
  23. “Road to Nowhere” – Talking Heads
  24. “Cars” – Gary Numan
  25. “Ticket to Ride” – The Beatles
  26. “Midnight Rider” – The Allman Brothers Band
  27. “Thunder Road” – Bruce Springsteen
  28. “Wheels” – Foo Fighters
  29. “Cruisin’” – Smokey Robinson
  30. “Every Day is a Winding Road” – Sheryl Crow
  31. “Riding with the King” – B.B. King & Eric Clapton
  32. “Highwayman” – The Highwaymen
  33. “The Long and Winding Road” – The Beatles
  34. “Free Ride” – The Edgar Winter Group
  35. “Born to Be Wild” – Steppenwolf
  36. “Magic Carpet Ride” – Steppenwolf
  37. “Freeway of Love” – Aretha Franklin
  38. “Holiday Road” – Lindsey Buckingham
  39. “Peaceful Easy Feeling” – Eagles
  40. “On the Road Again” – Canned Heat
  41. “I Can’t Drive 55” – Sammy Hagar
  42. “The Weight” – The Band
  43. “Drive” – The Cars
  44. “Two Lane Blacktop” – Rob Zombie
  45. “Open Road Song” – Eve 6
  46. “Road Trippin’” – Red Hot Chili Peppers
  47. “Ventura Highway” – America
  48. “Going Mobile” – The Who
  49. “Greased Lightnin’” – John Travolta
  50. “Leaving on a Jet Plane” – John Denver

singing-in-carIf you don’t want to create your own moving and packing playlist, consider checking out a few of these pre-made playlists: 

Let’s Get You Moving & Grooving

Now you’ve got the perfect playlist and you’re ready to start the adventure in your new home. Let Bekins get you there! Our team is here to ensure a smooth and stress-free move. For a moving experience that hits all the right notes, contact Bekins today. We’re ready to help you move forward with confidence and care!

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