Songs to Listen to This Fall

Shelby Pangelinan '28 ~  October 2024

Fall is officially here! As the trees start to change colors for the season, so should your music. Music is the perfect way to ease into the autumn feel. To feel the most fall vibes and aesthetics, listen to these 6 songs.

“1979” - The Smashing Pumpkins

“1979” by The Smashing Pumpkins is a coming-of-age song that has fall-feel instrumentals. The song dives into meanings of nostalgia and having fun while being young. The intro to the song gives a Halloween vibe and will be perfect for late autumn.

“On the Level” - Mac DeMarco

Mac DeMarco’s voice is calm and smooth, giving the perfect vibes for fall. This song can be interpreted in many ways but most commonly is about a relationship with a father and how they are on the same level. Listening to this song and taking a brisk walk is the perfect combination for this fall.

“Back to the Old House" - The Smiths

“Back to the Old House” by The Smiths is an upbeat British indie rock song. The lyrics reflect on having varied feelings about your past, unsure if you are longing to return there. The nostalgic and warm feeling makes it the perfect addition to your fall playlist!

“Televisions” - Current Joys

The instrumentals in the beginning of the song give you the perfect fall mood that sets the tone of the entire song. “Televisions” by Current Joys is an alternative/indie song that depicts yearning for a past relationship. “Televisions” is an excellent song for a chilly autumn day.

“Dark Red” - Steve Lacy

“Dark Red” by Steve Lacy is about struggling with the idea of your partner wanting to leave the relationship. The lyrics “Something bad is ‘bout to happen to me” sums up this song perfectly. The gloomy yet intriguing feel of the song makes it the best song to listen to on your way to school.

“October Passed Me By” - Girl in Red

“October Passed Me By” by Girl in Red is the sequel to Girl in Red’s first famous song, “We Fell in Love in October.” This song looks back onto her old relationship and how it affected her back then and up to today. “October Passed Me By” is a bit of bedroom pop, indie, and alternative: a great song for a bit of coziness and relaxation.

Not all of these songs may be the right match for you and that is okay; there are no right or wrong songs to put on your playlist. As fall is here, make sure to eat cinnamon rolls, read a cozy book, and put on your favorite autumn songs!