1. “Valentine” by Laufey - Do you remember when you had your first valentine? Laufey is on cloud nine in this tune, singing, “‘Cause I think I’ve fallen in love this time / I blinked and suddenly I had a Valentine.” Her smooth, jazzy vocals make this a perfect love song to play for anyone you’re head over heels about!
2. “rollercoaster” by sundial - This adorable pop duo wrote “rollercoaster” about how their relationship helped them overcome personal fears. While they may both still have some fears and insecurities, they know that being with their best friend and lover will never be scary.
3. “You” by A Great Big World - Grab your tissues for this ballad. Lead singer Ian Axel wrote this song about marrying his wife and the birth of their child. If you want a song that will melt your heart, this is a great addition to your love song playlist.
4. “Photograph” by Cody Fry - Do you ever wish you could freeze time? Cody Fry’s “Photograph” is one of my favorite love songs. He sings about wanting to live in a beautiful moment forever with his lover. He sings, “Wait for me until I find some magic film / To take a photograph and live inside.” Fry’s lyricism and orchestral arrangement adds a beautiful cinematic touch to this charming love song.
5. “Second Guessing” by Florida Georgia Line - If country music is more your style, you will love this underrated Florida Georgia Line love song. Don’t be fooled by the title…the lyrics speak for themselves! “And spent all of my life askin’ questions / Now I don’t spend one second guessing.” This is such a creative twist on the phrase.
6. “this is what falling in love feels like” by JVKE - Up-and-coming artist JVKE has been going viral on TikTok with his song “Golden Hour” and this song. The song feels exactly how it sounds…like being in love! The instrumentals are bouncy and filled with joy, and his lyrics are like a cute conversation with his lover.
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