For the Girls: April 2025

This is the April 2025 playlist for the girls. The Songs "Natural One" - The Folk Implosion (Kids (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), 1995) A lo-fi indie-rock cut built on a slacker groove and a hazy, memorable hook. "Two of Hearts" - Stacey Q (Better Than Heaven, 1986) A glossy hi-NRG dance-pop song with a bright synth line and a big singalong chorus. "Friends of P." - The Rentals (Return of the Rentals, 1995) A sharp, jittery indie-pop number with a bouncy bass line and nervous energy. "A New England" - Kirsty MacColl (The Stiff Singles Collection, 1984) A brisk folk-rock cover that leans on clear melody and a strong, steady strum. "The Tears of a Clown" - Smokey Robinson & The Miracles (20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, 1967) A classic Motown-era hit with a bittersweet feel and a playful arrangement. "Here Comes the Rain Again" - Eurythmics (Touch (Bonus Tracks) [2005 Remaster], 1983) An atmospheric synth-pop track marked by its moody melody and sweeping production. "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" - Jim Croce (Life & Times, 1973) A story-song with a wry, easygoing country-folk feel and vivid character detail. "8th Wonder (7" Single Version)" - The Sugarhill Gang (The Essentials: The Sugarhill Gang, 1980) One of hip-hop's early crossover singles, built around a catchy old-school party feel. "Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check" - Busta Rhymes (The Coming, 1996) A late-’90s rap track known for its fast-paced delivery and hard-edged swagger. "Mr. Bojangles" - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (Uncle Charlie and His Dog Teddy (Bonus Tracks Edition) [2002 Remaster], 1970) A rootsy country-folk standard that centers on a plainspoken, enduring narrative. "Pop Muzik" - M (Pop Muzik - The Remix Album, 1979) A minimalist new-wave pop track with a cool electronic pulse and a chant-like refrain. "Three Little Pigs" - Green Jellÿ (Cereal Killer Soundtrack, 1993) A comic hard-rock novelty tune that leans into over-the-top riffs and loud theatrics. Genres Soundtrack Dance Alternative Rock R&B/Soul Singer/Songwriter Hip-Hop/Rap Country Pop Hard Rock