HOUSTON – What can we say, a gloomy day can always bring the “sappiness” out of anyone as we all look for a pick-me-up. While our KPRC 2 Weather Team is hard at work keeping you up to date on the latest happenings on the streets, we want to share with you something that helps bring back the “sunshine” in some of our lives -- MUSIC!
As many of us may be stuck in our homes over the next couple of days trying to stay dry - or not - try listening to some of these great tunes from our crew.
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REFRESH PERIODICALLY as more of us contribute our favorite hits, and please let us know your favorite songs in the comments section!
Nakia Cooper, Digital Managing Editor:
“Seriously, I am not trying to kick off this party with a cliché song to fit a theme for this article, I really, really love Pharrell Williams’ song, ‘Happy!’ When I am already happy, it gives me the vibe I need to celebrate that feeling, and when I am not having a good day, playing this song is the anthem I need to make me get in the groove and not sweat the small stuff. I hope you like this as much as I do!”
Amanda Cochran, Digital Special Projects Manager:
“Classic Dolly Parton is where it’s at for me. I like the message of seeking out joy where you can -- even when things aren’t always just right.”
“Also -- Lizzo’s ‘Good as Hell’ is just the most amazing thing. Try not to smile. I dare you.”
Brian Perry, Manager of Streaming & Creative Content
“This song is so powerful. It is my theme song for 2023 and the verse that I live by is ‘Look out ‘cause here I come. And I’m marching on to the beat I drum. I’m not scared to be seen. I make no apologies, this is me’ "
Erica Ponder, Digital Content Producer
“This song by one of my favorite R&B singers Tamia literally makes me feel good every single time I listen to it. I could listen to it every day because it is just that beautiful.💜”
“I live by this song by one of my favorite Gospel artists, Kierra Sheard. Her voice is absolutely out of this world!🙌🏾”
Ninfa Saavedra, Digital Content Specialist
“It’s nothing like a rainy day, a lit candle, your favorite snacks, and the sound of your favorite R&B song playing while the rain hits your window. Feels like the perfect day. Love by Musiq Soulchild is a song I could sing every single day, all day.”
“You can never go wrong with some Ella Mai. She’s one of my favorite new artists out right now and her song ‘This Is’ just does it for me every single time.”
Moriah Ballard, Digital Content Producer
“Any time I listen to ANYTHING Robert Glasper, it automatically coasts me to a place where I can groove to some amazing tunes while TUNING out the dreadfulness of a rainy day. The Houston native is known for the peculiar way he constructs songs and his work with several HUGE artists including Lalah Hathaway, Erykah Badu, Musiq Soulchild, and many more. I PROMISE YOU, when you click play to his ‘Gonna Be Alright (F.T.B.)’ featuring R&B great Ledisi, you’ll see exactly what I mean.”
“And I ABSOLUTELY MUST include this Inspirational hit by Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin because delighting yourself in your faith is another way to remember that dark times may endure for a night, but JOY COMES IN THE MORNING. (Psalms 30:5) No matter the situation, keep your chin up and trust the process! Stay hopeful, Houston.”
Cynthia Miranda, Digital Content Producer
“Ariana Grande has such a beautiful voice. I love her song ‘Be Alright.’ I just shared it with my friend the other day!” 😊
“Harry Styles has a lot of good songs too. I would recommend his song ‘Adore You.’”
Ana Gonzalez, Digital Content Producer
“You know what gets me going? Upbeat songs. I love me some Pitbull on my playlist, and one of his latest songs “Can’t Stop Me Now” with Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band. Because when I grab my coffee to start my day, nothing is going to stop me now. :)
“And Sia’s music is just *chef’s kiss*. Her song ‘The Greatest’ with Kendrick Lamar gives you that energy you need to feel inspired.