Nothing compares to taking a road drive while listening to loud music. Long highway drives, fast pit breaks, or even the odd missed turn just make everything better. Spotify has all the resources you need to create the ideal playlist. It is simple to use, has millions of songs, and, to be honest, creates a mood that is a lot of fun.
Here’s how to create the perfect playlist for a road trip using Spotify.
- Begin with a theme or mood
There is a theme to every decent playlist. Consider the type of journey you intend to take. Are you heading to the mountains for some excitement, or are you just taking a leisurely drive along the beach? That should be reflected in your playlist.
Choose upbeat music for a relaxing beach vacation. Katrina and the Waves’ “Walking on Sunshine” is a timeless song. Perhaps some indie or acoustic songs, such as “Ho Hey” by The Lumineers, for something more daring.
Uncertain? No issue. Simply enter “road trip” or “chill vibes” into the Spotify search bar. They will bring up recommendations for you. Do you know? This type of playlist gets more streams and plays because a lot of people prefer it.
- Combine New Songs with Old Favorites
Without a touch of nostalgia, what would a road trip be? Start by including some classic songs that everyone can sing along to. Consider Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child O’ Mine” or the Backstreet Boys’ “I Want It That Way.”
Don’t stop there, though. Don’t forget to include some fresh music. For this, Spotify’s “Discover Weekly” is ideal. That’s how I came into Lizzo’s incredible song “About Damn Time,” which last summer became our mantra. The variety keeps things interesting and surprising.
- Involve Everybody
Allow everyone to contribute if you are not driving alone. Find out what your loved one’s think is essential. In this manner, everyone is content, and the playlist feels unique.
The “Collaborative Playlist” option on Spotify is invaluable. Make a playlist, select “Collaborative,” and then distribute it. Everyone is free to add their selections. We all ended up yelling “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver at the top of our lungs after a friend once added it. Fun times.
- Take Pre-Made Playlists into Account
Are you out of time? Or simply lazy? Spotify has you covered. Numerous pre-made playlists for car trips are currently available. Simply type “Road Trip” into the search field.
- Maintain Equilibrium
The problem is this. It can be exhausting to listen to a playlist that only contains upbeat music. But you will grow bored if all the music is sluggish. Change it up.
- Make It Sufficiently Long
One piece of advice is to always make your playlist longer than you anticipate using. Road journeys tend to drag out, and no one likes listening to the same music repeatedly.
A wise regulation? For every hour spent driving, listen to music for two hours. Spotify’s “Add Similar Songs” button will add songs that suit your mood if you’re lazy.
- Get Your Playlist
It should go without saying, yet it’s easy to forget. Before you go, download your playlist. You don’t want to lose signal and be stuck listening to the same three tunes you downloaded years ago, I promise. I’ve been there. Not enjoyable.
Concluding remarks
Creating a playlist for a road trip involves more than just choosing songs; it also involves establishing the mood of your journey. You can use Spotify to design something that adds a unique touch to every mile. Make sure everyone in the car has a voice, start with a vibe, and combine old and new songs.
Your playlist will most likely speak for itself by the conclusion of the journey. Have fun while you’re driving!