Valentine’s Day is here, and whether you’re in your feels about an ex, crushing on someone new, or celebrating long-term commitment, there’s a song for every situation(ship). From trending TikTok hits to timeless classics, we’ve curated the ultimate playlist for your Valentine’s Day vibes – good, bad, or just messy. Get ready to set the mood, whether it’s love, heartbreak, or something confusing in between!
1. For Casting a Spell on Your Crush: “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga
If you’re manifesting a special someone’s attention this Valentine’s, Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra” has you covered. With its driving electro dance pop beat and high-energy vocal delivery, this track will give you the confidence you need to approach your crush (or at least enchant them with that trending TikTok choreo)!
2. For New (and Fleeting) Flames: “I’ll Do It” by Heidi Montag
Ready to turn up the heat? Heidi Montag’s bold and unapologetic “I’ll Do It” sets the tone for a spicy Valentine’s date. This 2010 pop gem with its provocative lyrics is having a revival in 2025, proving it’s still the track for no-strings-attached situationships.
3. For Messy Moments: “Messy” by Lola Young
Speaking of situationships, Lola Young’s popular soulful track captures the chaos and confusion of a complicated relationship – if you can even call it that. Let this song be your soundtrack as you sort through the highs and lows of your love life. Good luck.
4. For Long-Term Love: “La Vie en Rose” by Édith Piaf
When it comes to celebrating enduring romance, nothing beats Édith Piaf’s “La Vie en Rose.” This timeless classic evokes the beauty of love that stands the test of time – which is impressive now more than ever in the age of dating apps! Share it with your partner and toast to your journey together.
5. For Friends to Lovers: “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish
Navigating the delicate transition from friends to something more? Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” perfectly encapsulates the vulnerability and hope of taking that leap and embracing the popular romantic trope. This beautiful love song (which is still an absolute bop) is a must for anyone getting closer to sharing those three little words for the first time.
6. For Unapologetic Self-Love: “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus
Who says Valentine’s Day has to be about someone else? Miley Cyrus’s empowering hit “Flowers” celebrates the joy of self-love and independence. Dedicate this track to yourself and recognize how much of a catch you are! It will make you feel like the main character again in no time.
7. For Rising Above the Drama: “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar
When you need a reminder that you’re on a different level, Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” delivers. This track is ideal for shutting out the haters (and the losers) and focusing on your own rise and growth. Our thoughts are with Drake after that Super Bowl performance take down.
8. For Realizing You’re So Over Your Ex: “That’s So True” by Gracie Abrams
Gracie Abrams delivers all the feels with “That’s So True,” a reflective yet energizing track about moving on from a relationship that’s long expired. With its heartfelt delivery and dreamy indie pop production, this song is the perfect soundtrack for those lightbulb moments of realizing you’ve grown beyond your ex.
9. For Ravey Romance in a Dark Club: “I Like the Way You Kiss Me” by Artemas
Late-night connections hit differently, and Artemas’s “I Like the Way You Kiss Me” is an edgy viral track made for romance under the neon lights. The pulsating bass and moody, addictive melodies feel like finding love (or something like it) in a sweaty, crowded club .
10. For Saying Goodbye – for Good: “Bye Bye Bye” by NSYNC
Breaking free from a relationship that no longer serves you? NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye” is the ultimate 2000s breakup banger. Not to mention, it serves up millennial nostalgia and choreography that would be pretty iconic to serve to your ex upon walking away.
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Written by Maryse Bernard
Illustration by Holly Li
