Our school year is coming to an end very soon. With school being out, summer vacation is underway. Summer vacations in Ohio however, have the tendency to get old fast. Growing up, many have noticed that there is not much to do in the buckeye state. After the mask-filled summer of 2020, students are desperate to have a good summer for 2021. One way to help make your summer feel like a movie is to have a fun music playlist. There is an English singer/songwriter that should have at least one song on every summer playlist for 2021. Introducing George Ezra Barnett.

Geroge Ezra, a 27-year-old singer/songwriter and guitarist, has released some very popular songs over the years. His most popular song by far is the 2013 smashing hit, “Budapest,” which sold over 1.8 million copies and has over 197 million views on YouTube. George has made a ton of songs over the years and here are a few of the best ones that should be added to any summer playlist in 2021.

Here are 7 great songs for those summer days:

7.) “Song 6” (Watching Paint Dry)

This song starts as if he is singing to you through a phone. Song 6 is unique since 45 seconds into the song, it sounds like a completely new one. It’s almost as if the song stopped and restarted. The music goes along with almost any activity. You can listen to “Song 6” while cleaning your room, walking your dog, driving home after a long day, and more. If you are a fan of Pearl Jam or Eddie Vedder, this song is a great song for you.

“We are only dreaming and I’m dreaming only of you,”

6.) “Get Lonely with Me”

3 minutes and 3 seconds, this song is upbeat and showcases his deep voice. “Get Lonely with Me” is a great song to listen to when on a late-night drive, playing volleyball on the beach, or just relaxing and eating ice cream. Definitely one of his less popular songs, but it is worth a listen. It grabs your attention quickly and holds onto it for the entire song.

“When you’re living outside the rules there are no rules to bend,”

5.) “Budapest”

As mentioned earlier, this is his top-selling song. Chances are, you have already heard it several times and you may even know all the words. “Budapest” is a great song and lives up to the hype. It’s not a recent release, but it should go down as a summer song classic. This song is the perfect song for swimming, tanning, hiking, exploring, drawing, or just about any activity.

“Give me one good reason why I should never make a change,”

4.) “Barcelona”

On the topic of locations, “Barcelona” is one of George Ezra’s best songs. Released in 2015, this song is light-hearted and fun. It opens up with a nice guitar, bass, and the calm singing voice of George Ezra. “Barcelona” tells a story and it is beautifully written. It has some repetitive lyrics but it’s very easy to follow and sing along to. The 3 minute and 9 second song has received 88k likes on youtube and over 17 million views.

“I shut my mind and you know, I’ll be lying right by your side in Barcelona,”

3.) “Shotgun”

This song radiates summer energy. There is a steel drum that opens up the song, and Ezra’s signature guitar is featured later in the song too. “Shotgun” is meant for those long drives on a warm summer day, driving to your next adventure. It mentions bikinis, mountain tops, the hot sun, and deep sea diving. This song is made for summer.

“Time flies by in the yellow and green. Stick around you’ll see what I mean,”

2.) “Pretty Shining People”

A song with a positive message, “Pretty Shining People” is upbeat and fun. This song mentions the downsides of overthinking and second guessing. The goal of this song is to bring people together and show how beautiful all people are. The drums features in this song make it exciting to listen to and the 3 minute and 33 second song is one of his best songs in general. A heart-warming song, perfect for the warm weather.

“We’re alright together, we’re alright together,”

1.) “Breakaway”

This song seems like it is written about a toxic relationship that needs to break up. The lyrics are sad, but the music is beautiful. George Ezra is accompanied by a choir of voices later in the song, making it the perfect song for hanging out by a campfire. This song deserves a lot more attention. The story of the song offers George Ezra as a shelter from the bad world around you. He wants you to use his music to escape. “Breakaway” is a great song if you're feeling blue, or you just want something to vibe to this summer.

“Come find shelter or your shelter with me. With me. Break away,”