CommRadio Weekly Playlist: Sept. 25

Here, members of the Arts and Entertainment Department will talk about the songs that dominated their playlists during the week and what makes them so good.

“Everywhere, Everything” - Noah Kahan

In honor of Noah Kahan tickets going on sale this week, I think that it was only fair that I stream exclusively his music. “Everywhere, Everything” has a special place in my heart so of course I would listen to it the most.

Arguably one of the best songs off of his album “Stick Season,” (even though it is a no-skip album), “Everywhere, Everything” tells the tale of two lovers who will stick together through, well, everything.

The world might be ending around them but they will stay standing. But when they do end up falling, they’ll still be together as seen in the lyric, “Everywhere, everything, I wanna love you / ‘Til we’re food for the worms to eat / ‘Til our fingers decompose, keep my hand in yours.”

Kahan certainly has a way with words. Who doesn’t want a love that's everlasting like the love described in this song? Paired with his powerful voice, it creates a song that can be played over and over again. – Chloe Rey

“Dead Sea” - The Lumineers

Comparing someone to a sea so full of salt that minuscule amounts of life can live in it might seem like an insult, but as they do, The Lumineers turned it into a beautiful compliment.

“Dead Sea” is found on their self-titled album which was released in 2012.

They sing, “You told me I was like the Dead Sea / You'll never sink when you are with me.”

At first, when listening, I assumed that saying someone was like the Dead Sea was labeling them lifeless and unforgiving.

In reality, they were being compared to a sea where you can float incredibly easily. Instead of having the fear of drowning like other oceans, you cannot sink due to the salt content.

The Lumineers tell a story about two people, both who were running away from the lives they once knew. Even though they were leaving, they kept each other grounded through all the trials and tribulations they faced.

They continue to explain that these were, “The nicest words you ever said to me…”

There is something so beautiful about a unique compliment, and this might be one of the most endearing I've heard in a while.

I encourage you to be someone’s “Dead Sea” today. Show your loved ones that you won’t let them sink. – Allie Scaggs

“get him back!” - Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album “GUTS” was released on Sept. 8, 2023, and it took the world by storm. If you haven’t heard at least one song from “GUTS” by now, “get him back!” is certainly the one to listen to.

“get him back!” is an anthem for every heartbroken but still-attached person out there, and is one song from the album that I’ve had on repeat for weeks.

The intro in “get him back!” is witty and relatable, featuring lines such as “He said he’s six-foot-two, and I'm like, ‘Dude nice try.’” I really love the anger and raw emotion that is featured throughout “get him back!”

The double meaning within this song is what makes it a favorite for me, and the bridge showcases it perfectly with the lyrics “I wanna break his heart, stitch it right back up.”

Olivia Rodrigo has always been able to write relatable music, especially for heartbroken teenage girls, but “get him back!” has been hitting the hardest for me lately. – Sarah Gavlak

Chloe Rey is a second-year majoring in telecommunications. To contact her, email ckr5449@psu.edu.

Allie Scaggs is a second-year majoring in communications. To contact her, email ajs9412@psu.edu

Sarah Gavlak is a second-year majoring in telecommunications. To contact her, please email sng5393@psu.edu.