DeJamz

Frou-frou Foxes in Midsummer - Lilly

Could I tell you any of the lyrics in this song? Absolutely not. However, every time this song comes on, I am undertaken with a sense of resilience and purpose. Turning 22 brings the anticipation of stepping off the well-worn path and taking authority over your life. As someone who lived much of my life on the whims of gut feelings and a general sense of doing what I think is right, I am fully prepared to welcome whatever challenges and opportunities lie ahead as I step into this new chapter with a profound sense of vigor and excitement

“Sun Bleached Flies” by Ethel Cain – Lilly

It wouldn’t be a Lilly Keller DeJamz if I didn’t include Ethel Cain. From the first time I heard this song back in 2022 to this very moment, it has been ingrained as one of my favorite songs of all time. A narrative of forgiveness and acceptance, “Sun Bleached Flies” is the epitome of finding peace amid the trauma and turmoil of life. While it might sound silly, I sincerely hope this new phase of life will provide me with a sense of reconciliation and the resilience to move forward from the things I cannot change.

“Karma” by Taylor Swift – Nadia

Unlike my birthday sister, I am not a DeJamz master. I am an expert on worrying and overthinking. Maybe this will finally be the year I will let things go and hope they come back around. Lately, I find myself screaming the bridge of this song no matter where I am. Twenty-two should be the year I focus on me, myself and I. If I have haters (which I know I do), I’ll let karma get to them. What better way to relax than to enter my karma era.

“Igual que un Angel” by Kali Uchis feat. Peso Pluma – Nadia

Kali Uchis’ songs tend to become TikTok famous but don’t let that stop you from the vast discography. A mix of pop and R&B in English and Spanish, there is nothing this song doesn’t have. This song gives the happiest and chillest vibes. I think pink, sparkly and baddie Latina vibes. And the Peso Pluma feature? Literally, I have been saved. When I think about my hopes for 22, I hope I can embody both the lyrics and music for this year.

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