You guys. It’s the month of LOVE. Hearts upon hearts upon hearts everywhere celebrating the upcoming commercial exploitation of your profound affection for another human! Yay!!
But really, I kinda love Valentine’s Day. Not in a roses and gifts kind of way so much. More like, I don’t think it’s bad for people to take a day to stop and think about loving the ones they love. Especially if it’s been awhile since you made some sort of gesture to show your certain someone that you actually like having them by your side. And also, to take the opportunity to play a little bit of sucky face with your sir or miss.
A couple of year’s ago, I wrote this post… Mama’s Valentine’s Makeout Mixed Tape including a rather extensive list of my fave tunes for cruisin’ Funkytown and now, I’m back with more. I know. You were waiting for two years for my thoughts. Sorry it took so long.
But really, here are 15 songs that I think you should listen for on the Top 8 at 8 and tape them when they pop on. Oh, and of course, if they don’t play them, you could call into the radio and make a request. Ooooh or a dedication, should you feel so bold.
Because sometimes it takes a bit (or an act of congress) especially for some mama’s who feel: tired, hungry, tired, unshowered, tired, overtouched, tired, and so on… to get their mojo invited to the party. Maybe these tunes will be just the thing that you need to get your gears in action.
And if you wanna try them out beforehand today izzzzzzz Friday, the perfect time to get some QT with your cutie. And if you’re anything like mama B, by the end of the week you are especially looking forward to giving your husby a marital high five (why can’t I use emojis in my blog?! That would make this all so much more me?!).
Soooooo… without any further wait… Here’s mama’s makeout mixed tape: PureBone Mix {and yes. A couple ARE the repeats from the last one. Because they are THAT good}.
Turn Me On – Norah Jones
- No pretending you’re not into Norah. This song is smooth and sultry. And it will communicate that you are in the mood for some first base action. Even if you’re wearing yoga pants. And have spit up on your shirt. Remember when you used to makeout all horizontal for hours? That’s this kinda tune.
Whatever it is – Zac Brown Band
- Oh ZBB… the words. The tune. Whatever it is. This song has it. In spades. Heavy. Petting. Central.
You got what I need – Joshua Radin
- I love pretty much anything by Josh Radin. Like I can hear it mid day and I text the Mr like, “hey. So. Like. Yeah.” Like, Josh should probs just name his next album PureBone Mix. And I would buy every CD of it at Homers. And tape them to my walls.
24K Magic – Bruno Mars
- “Whatchyall tryin’ ta do?” Tryin’ to make out. That’s what. And maybe make the magic happen. Of the 24 karat variety. And sometimes you need a little upbeat tune just to stay awake. Because mama, you’re solid gold, babe.
Let’s Get it On – Marvin Gaye
- Yes. It’s so cheesy it’s not. And it makes you not have to talk about your feelings. Perfect for the nights when you have macaroni stuck to your shirt and unwashed hair — 4 days running.
Starry eyed surprise – Paul Oakenfield
- I can’t even explain the addition of this song. I just say it’s a must-add. Boom. And if you own roller skates, maybe you might incorporate those. I don’t. But if you do, well, roll on.
Like a wrecking ball – Eric Church
- I mean shut your mouth when you’re talking to me… this is that kinda song. Like that (wink wink) kind. I mean. I don’t think I could have listened to this song in high school without being full blush.
You are the best thing – Ray LaMontagne
- This song is classic and current. It is fast and slow. It is… Yes. Seven! Seven! Sevvvvvvvven! And if you don’t know that reference you probably won’t like my music choices either.
Bad Things – Camilla Cabelo & Machine Gun Kelly
- First of all, this takes me back to high school when Fastball did the first less “suggestive” version of this song. It also has a line that says, “nails scratchin at my back tatt” which is both hysterical and groovy. Plus it’s called Bad Things. If ever there were a name for a smoldering sesh, wouldn’t it be that?
Maybe I’m Amazed – Paul McCartney
- Yeah boy. This song is like sex on a stick. Did I just write that? Yes I did. Timeless sex that is.
Still The One – Ingrid Michaelson
- This song is more upbeat but has Ingrid’s playful vibe. Just listen. You’ll love it. Don’t shy away because it has the same name as the Shania hit. It’s too legit to quit.
First day of my life – bright eyes
- Bright eyes should have just stopped making music after this song. Not because the rest of their music sucks but because this song is one of the best love songs ever. Ever. And I would makeout on any couch my husby wanted to if this song were spinning.
Get Together – Bahari
- I mean, the Orig of this is obvs amazetown. But this is a little more seductive. And mood musicky. And if you need a break there’s a little whistling bit in there.
Islands in the Stream – Feist and Constantines
- Dolly and Kenny too country for your makeout sesh? This version of what might be the VERY best song ever made is perfectly bone worthy. For real.
A Groovy Kind of Love – the Mindbenders
- Roll. In. The. Hay. Forevs.
Moon River – Lang Lang
- I love classic classic love songs. So romantical. So timeless. Makes me wanna cozy up in a neck nook and drift off to post-makeout slumber.
Bonus track:
These are the days – Van Morrison
- Insert your own song with your special someone or borrow mine if you like. This song has been mine with my main squeeze since Moby Dick was a minnow and it makes me swwwwwooooooon.
So there are my suggestions if you’re looking to get fresh, get feels, or get yo freak on.
And if you’re a new mama (or a mama of a 12 year old) and wondering if you’ll ever wanna make out again, I promise, your day is a comin’ (remember, I’m in menopause and making out like a high schooler because YOLO) and when it does, this list will still be right here ;).
{And for all you busy people, my brilliant nerdy husband created this list on Apple Music.}
