{"id":713,"date":"2020-03-30T15:35:04","date_gmt":"2020-03-30T15:35:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umusic.ie\/backend\/?post_type=feature&#038;p=713"},"modified":"2021-03-08T14:11:23","modified_gmt":"2021-03-08T14:11:23","slug":"10-songs-to-work-from-home-to","status":"publish","type":"music-features","link":"https:\/\/umusic.ie\/backend\/music-features\/10-songs-to-work-from-home-to\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Songs To Work From Home To"},"author":1,"template":"","tags":[152,333,330,87,332,153,226,326,331,157,313,328,75,325,329,324,317,327,323],"category_post":[],"acf":{"intro_copy":"Are you working from home? One of the best things about out of office work is that you have full control over your playlist.","smudge":false,"section_news":[{"acf_fc_layout":"copy","copy":"<p>In the morning you want a welcome boost of energy, throughout the day you need a few songs to keep you motivated and When you have an afternoon slump you need an upbeat tune. If you are looking for ideas add some of the songs in this playlist to make your day a little easier. Is the silence at home driving you insane? Do you miss the banter with your colleagues? Don&#8217;t fear, press play on any of these tunes to brighten up your day.<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"copy_image","image":"https:\/\/umusic.ie\/backend\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Queen_Umusic.jpeg","image_orientation":"landscape","copy":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I Want To Break Free by Queen<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The title says it all really here. We all want to break free from our isolation at the moment but while we are working from home this is a super song for motivating you anytime of the day. An easy sing-a-long song to add to your morning routine. The upbeat, electric guitar solos will put fire in your belly, giving you the strength to get through your task.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work by Rihanna\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a mix or Reggae pop and R&amp;B this tune has racked up over 1 million views on Youtube. Rihanna certainly knows how to work, reinventing her image over and over again and selling over 250 million records. The catchy beat is hard to forget and you will find yourself singing along to &#8220;work, work, work, work&#8221;. If these lyrics don\u2019t motivate you to get back to work what will?<\/span><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"copy_playlist","copy":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday Best by Surfaces<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s be honest, not everyone stays productive throughout the day. We need breaks. Have a listen to this sweet song that will encourage you to get back to work if you are feeling a sense of failure. With lyrics like \u201cEvery day can be a better day despite the challenge, All you gotta do is leave it better than you found it\u201d, it is the ideal song for getting back on track.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dermot Kennedy \u2013 All My Friends (are social distancing)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trouble with working from home is that you are often relying on yourself to stay motivated. This song is uplifting and we have adapted the lyrics so that you can send them out to your colleagues \u201cTo all my friends that are self isolating, you&#8217;ll find your way, Some summer night, I hope I see you again\u201d.\u00a0 We don\u2019t think our additional words will do the music justice but this is a hopeful ballad for anyone missing their colleagues at the moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad Guy by Billie Eilish<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hitting an afternoon slump? Turn on this smash hit. Now we are ready to get some work done. The hard base and sharp beat makes this song the ideal way to lift the spirits. The fast tempo will help you to get through any monotonous task. If you have a list of repetitive tasks that you need to focus on getting done, the mixture of drums and electro pop in this tune should help you towards the work finish line.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blinding Lights by The Weeknd<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a mellow, chilled out vibe while you get your work done then The Weeknd\u2019s voice will sooth your work headaches. Blinding Lights is the perfect background. It has just enough beats to maintain a good level of energy and the tone is both productive and soothing. Feeling tired? Turn on The Weeknd and get stuck into your next project.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right music can transform your day and help to reduce stress. We hope that these songs help you keep calm, stay focused and uplift your spirits throughout the day. Create your working from home playlist and stay inspired as you get through your tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Falling by Lyra<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With her haunting voice Lyras songs are the perfect background music when you are working from home. Falling has a triumphant chorus that will make you feel you can accomplish anything that is put in front of you. Take your most challenging job for the day, have a listen to this song and tackle it with all of your skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m Ok by Aim\u00e9e<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are working from home it can be difficult to concentrate so switch the kettle on, take a short break and have a listen to Aimee. It will give you time to chill out and enjoy a pop hit. The song has some beautiful lyrics that will give you some perspective if you are struggling while working alone. Think like Aimee, \u201cI\u2019m ok not being ok. And it\u2019s ok, not feeling ok\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stayin\u2019 Alive by the BeeGees\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most famous songs of all time Stayin\u2019 Alive is a must have for your work from home playlist. If you are struggling in the middle of the day turn up the music for this song and use it to improve your mood. Remember that you will accomplish more when you have a positive frame of mind. You can even get up and do some of the iconic moves from Saturday Night Fever if it helps you to stay productive. The lines are particularly apt today. Enjoy this sing-a-long classic. \u201cWhether you&#8217;re a brother or whether you&#8217;re a mother, You&#8217;re stayin&#8217; alive, stayin&#8217; alive. Feel the city breakin&#8217; and everybody shakin&#8217;, And we&#8217;re stayin&#8217; alive, stayin&#8217; alive\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nice to Meet Ya by Niall Horan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brighten up your day with Niall&#8217;s pop-rock sound. This is a feel good song with a catchy beat. When you are working from home it can be difficult to concentrate so switch the kettle on, take a short break and have a listen to Nice to Meet Ya. It may get you excited to reconnect and catch up with friends which we hope will be happening very soon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blinding Lights by The Weeknd<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a mellow, chilled out vibe while you get your work done then The Weeknd\u2019s voice will sooth your work headaches. Blinding Lights is the perfect background. It has just enough beats to maintain a good level of energy and the tone is both productive and soothing. Feeling tired? Turn on The Weeknd and get stuck into your next project.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right music can transform your day and help to reduce stress. We hope that these songs help you keep calm, stay focused and uplift your spirits throughout the day. 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