{"id":18123,"date":"2025-05-29T08:56:40","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T08:56:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/?p=18123"},"modified":"2025-05-29T08:56:40","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T08:56:40","slug":"cardiff-as-a-vibe-the-ultimate-uni-life-spotify-playlist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/cardiff-as-a-vibe-the-ultimate-uni-life-spotify-playlist\/","title":{"rendered":"Cardiff As a Vibe: The Ultimate Uni Life Spotify Playlist"},"content":{"rendered":"

By a third-year Cathays student who’s seen it all<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Let’s face it\u2014uni life in Cardiff is a rollercoaster. From the electrifying buzz of Freshers’ Week to the serene moments in Bute Park, every experience has its own soundtrack. Drawing inspiration from the top-charting hits of 2024 and 2025, here’s your <\/span>Ultimate Cardiff Uni Spotify Playlist<\/b> to accompany every uni mood.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Freshers’ Week Energy<\/b> \u2013 “Main Character Moments”<\/b><\/h3>\n

You’re new to the city, the excitement is palpable, and every night holds the promise of unforgettable memories. These tracks will keep the energy soaring:<\/span><\/p>\n

Top tracks:<\/b><\/p>\n

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  • Espresso<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Sabrina Carpenter<\/span>
    \n<\/span> An infectious beat that’s as invigorating as your first night out in Cardiff<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Please Please Please<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Sabrina Carpenter<\/span>
    \n<\/span> A chart-topper that captures the thrill of new beginnings <\/span><\/li>\n
  • Texas Hold ‘Em<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Beyonc\u00e9<\/span>
    \n<\/span> A modern anthem to kick start any party <\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lose Control<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Teddy Swims<\/span>
    \n<\/span> Let loose and dance like there’s no tomorrow <\/span><\/li>\n
  • Flowers<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Miley Cyrus<\/span>
    \n<\/span> An empowering tune for making new memories <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Rainy Days in Cathays<\/b> \u2013 “Drizzly Walks and Deep Thoughts”<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Cardiff’s drizzle is legendary. Whether you’re heading to lectures or cozying up indoors, these songs are perfect companions:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Top tracks:<\/b><\/p>\n

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    • Stick Season<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Noah Kahan<\/span>
      \n<\/span> Melancholic melodies for those introspective rainy walks <\/span><\/li>\n
    • Too Sweet<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Hozier<\/span>
      \n<\/span> Soulful tunes that resonate with the rhythm of the rain <\/span><\/li>\n
    • Birds of a Feather<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Billie Eilish<\/span>
      \n<\/span> A haunting melody that mirrors the overcast skies <\/span><\/li>\n
    • Unwritten<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Natasha Bedingfield<\/span>
      \n<\/span> An uplifting classic to brighten the gloomiest days <\/span><\/li>\n
    • Viva La Vida<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Coldplay<\/span>
      \n<\/span> Epic sounds for those cinematic rain-soaked moments <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Deadline Season<\/b> \u2013 “Caffeine & Concentration”<\/b><\/h3>\n

      The library becomes your second home, and caffeine your best friend. Stay focused with these chart-toppers:<\/span><\/p>\n

      Top tracks:<\/b><\/p>\n

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      • Denial Is a River<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Doechii<\/span>
        \n<\/span> A rhythmic track to keep you in the zone. <\/span><\/li>\n
      • People Watching<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Sam Fender<\/span>
        \n<\/span> Melodic tunes for background concentration. <\/span><\/li>\n
      • Bad Dreams<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Teddy Swims<\/span>
        \n<\/span> A soulful reminder that the grind will pay off. <\/span><\/li>\n
      • Run<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Stephen Fretwell<\/span>
        \n<\/span> Gentle acoustics to ease the stress. <\/span><\/li>\n
      • Arm’s Length<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Sam Fender<\/span>
        \n<\/span> Keeping you company during those late-night study sessions. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Post-Night-Out Vibes<\/b> \u2013 “Recovery Mode”<\/b><\/h3>\n

        After a memorable night in the SU or city centre, these tunes will help you recuperate:<\/span><\/p>\n

        Top tracks:<\/b><\/p>\n

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        • Taste<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Sabrina Carpenter
          \n<\/span> Smooth vibes to ease you into the morning after. <\/span><\/li>\n
        • Here In Your Arms<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Nathan Dawe, Abi Flynn
          \nSoft beats for a gentle recovery. <\/span><\/li>\n
        • Embers<\/span><\/i> \u2013 James Arthur
          \nReflective melodies for those quiet moments. <\/span><\/li>\n
        • All The Stars<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Kendrick Lamar, SZA
          \nA soothing track to accompany your return. <\/span><\/li>\n
        • Sailor Song<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Gigi Perez
          \nGentle rhythms to lull you back to sleep. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Golden Hour in Bute Park<\/b> \u2013 “Serene Sunset Sounds”<\/b><\/h3>\n

          For those tranquil moments when Cardiff’s beauty truly shines, these songs set the perfect mood:<\/span><\/p>\n

          Top tracks:<\/b><\/p>\n

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          • We Pray<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Coldplay feat. Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna & Tini
            \nAn uplifting collaboration that complements the sunset. <\/span><\/li>\n
          • Good Luck, Babe!<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Chappell Roan
            \nA mellow tune for reflective strolls. <\/span><\/li>\n
          • Yellow<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Wes Nelson
            \nSmooth vocals that match the evening glow. <\/span><\/li>\n
          • Popular<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Ariana Grande
            \nA laid-back track for unwinding. <\/span><\/li>\n
          • Hot To Go!<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Chappell Roan
            \nChill beats for those peaceful park moments. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Uni life in Cardiff is a symphony of experiences, each with its own rhythm and melody. This playlist, inspired by the UK’s top hits of 2024 and 2025, has been my perfect companion through it all. Find yourself a track that defines your Cardiff experience and enjoy the journey.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Muskaan Pahwa from India, 3rd year BA Journalism, Media and English Literature.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"By a third-year Cathays student who's seen it all Let's face it\u2014uni life in Cardiff is a rollercoaster. From the electrifying buzz of Freshers' Week to the serene moments in […]","protected":false},"author":6946,"featured_media":18127,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[696,694],"tags":[21,358,84,88,151],"class_list":["post-18123","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advice-for-students","category-student-life","tag-cardiffuniversity","tag-advice","tag-first-year","tag-fun","tag-student-life"],"meta_box":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18123","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6946"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18123"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18123\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18164,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18123\/revisions\/18164"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18127"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18123"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18123"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.cardiff.ac.uk\/insiders\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18123"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}