Studying in Starbs: Music To Help You Get Your Work Done
Doing homework can be daunting, especially when it piles up from class to class. Most days, we need motivation in order to sit down and even look at our computers. It can get lonely and frustrating, but there may be a solution to help you get through your assignments without negativity.
Playing music while you need to focus seems contradictory, but most of us get lost in the silence. The mundane, dull energy that spews out with every click of the keypad gets old. Luckily, with my magical playlist, there may still be hope for the rest of your semester.
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I have a few favorite artists to throw on before, during, or even after a challenging assignment that will have you bobbing your head in the middle of Starbucks. These artists create music perfect for getting things done. With their intense instrumentals and soft vocals, the good energy emitted from each song will fill you with motivation for even the toughest assignments.
The following songs and artists have changed my academic life. After multiple semesters of procrastination and late grades, I finally found something that works for me. Now, I hope you too can look forward to sitting down with a playlist and being productive so you can enjoy the weekend without the homework anxiety.
Khruangbin
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This band has high-energy instrumentals and beautiful vocals that will encourage you to feel the beat! Khruangbin will actually have you bobbing your head in the middle of Starbucks, I promise. My favorite songs are “Time (You and I)” and “Friday Morning”.
Los Bitchos
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For those that cannot listen to words when doing work, Los Bitchos is perfect for you. This all-female ensemble creates joyous instrumental music that has helped me finish many essays. The whole album Let The Festivities Begin! is perfect to throw on when you have a lot to do and don’t want to focus on picking music. They are coming out with a Christmas album, and I am beyond excited to listen during finals week.
Yin Yin
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Yin Yin is another instrumental band that creates upbeat and uplifting music. My favorite song is “One Inch Punch.” I tend to put this song right before starting a big assignment to activate my brain.
Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
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Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio combines jazz, soul, and funk to create unique, lovely music that excites and encourages the body to get to work! My favorite album of theirs is Close but No Cigar, another perfect one to throw on when you don’t want to be distracted by your phone.
Ginger Root
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While Ginger Root’s music does include lyrics; the songs tend to be softer in nature and more encouraging than distracting. I love to put on the album City Slicker when I am doing digital art or collecting artwork for an article.
Ghost Funk Orchestra
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This collective funk orchestra creates soulful pop noise that illuminates the brain and harbors great ideas. Some of their music contains lyrics but a good bit is instrumental. I listen to the songs “Stoop Talk” and “Queen Bee” at least once a week, especially when I am feeling stressed or anxious.
Scone Cash Players
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The Scone Cash Players do an amazing job at creating music that inspires. Listening to the album Brooklyn to Brooklin will put a smile on your face even after the 4th discussion board.
In addition to these bands, I also wanted to provide a playlist to throw on so you can try it all out for yourself. Whether you want to sample some of the music or dive right in, the choice is yours! There should be something for everyone here. Enjoy, and good luck with the rest of the semester!
What is your favorite music to listen to while studying? Let us know in the comments below.