With the weather getting colder and the skies getting grayer – not to mention the rapid approaching of midterms – it can be a struggle to stay positive when you’ve got the autumn blues. A playlist for those rainy days, when you just need to take things slow and easy, listen to Rainy Day Vibes on Spotify.

“How” – Clairo
Starting off with some good old-fashioned lo-fi, Clairo’s “How” is the perfect blend of upbeat rhythms and calming vocals. If you’re trying to get some studying done while it’s pouring outside, this is the perfect song.

“worldstar money (interlude)” – Joji
A bit unlike the rest of Joji’s work, “worldstar money (interlude)” is on the more acoustic side of lo-fi. Lo-fi beats are always the most relaxing thing to listen to on peacefully rainy days and this song is no exception.

“Sorry” – Halsey
From Halsey’s most recent album, Hopeless Fountain Kingdom, “Sorry” is a somber piano ballad written to her ex-lovers. Halsey’s powerful vocals coupled with a solo piano melody make for a soulful song designed for rainy-day reflection.

“Make My Bed” – King Princess
From their first ever EP, Make My Bed, this song by genderqueer artist King Princess is both catchy and calming. “Make My Bed” is the perfect thing to play for relaxing at home and making the most of a day spent inside.

“Idle Town” – Conan Gray
With nostalgic lyrics that’ll remind you of your hometown, wherever that may be, Conan Gray’s ”Idle Town” is an ode to the familiar. If you’re feeling homesick, this song will bring you back to watching summer rain showers from your front porch. 

“lovely” – Billie Eilish feat. Khalid
If you’re looking for an introduction to the music of Billie Eilish, “Lovely” is the perfect song to start with. Filled with beautiful harmonies and a haunting melody, this is the type of song that will make you want to stand outside to feel the rain on your skin.

“Visions of Gideon” – Sufjan Stevens
Fans of Call Me By Your Name will certainly remember this heartbreaking piece by Sufjan Stevens. Written for crying over lost love, “Visions of Gideon” can be reserved for those sessions of losing yourself in thought while you idly watch the world go by.

“NFWMB” – Hozier
Fresh off of Hozier’s newest EP, Nina Cried Power, “NFWMB” is quietly powerful and somewhat melancholy. Combining a strong beat with gentle vocals, “NFWMB” is the ideal song to listen to while you’re watching a storm rage outside from your bedroom window.