Jasper Jams: SeniorEdition

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This week’s Jasper Jams is all about the seniors of The Quadrangle. As graduation looms over our heads, it’s great to get a chance to reflect on these past four years before it ends. Some seniors chose music that reminds them of the amazing friendships that began here while others shared their favorite song of the week.

Music for me is like a time capsule. It allows me to transport myself across years and remind me of different versions of myself. It’s such a central part of my life that I have been able to pinpoint a soundtrack to almost every year of my life. As I reach the end of senior year, my soundtrack allows me to tie myself down to Manhattan College, a place that has given

Everlong - Foo Fighters: This song was the soundtrack to my junior year. My roommate played this song as she needed it to survive. It reminds me of my best friends and I getting ready to enjoy our weekend after a tough week. It’s the perfect song to jump around your room and scream at the top of your lungs.

Seventeen- Sjowgren Since we were freshmen when COVID hit, music was a lifeline. In the midst of my heartbreak that we were sent home early I made a playlist called “Quarantined Dreams” which was full of music that made me feel like I was in a coming-of-age movie. Listening to this song brings me back to being in my childhood bedroom navigating online classes while trying to keep in touch with the new friends I had made.

Surface Tension - Genevieve Stokes

This song played on repeat last semester. Stokes is such a talented vocalist and her songwriting is incredible. Her voice is hauntingly beautiful.

Feels Like - Gracie Abrams

Suggested by Megan LaCreta

This song was introduced to Megan by her little sister who told her that the song is “about finding your best friends.” This is a great song. Abrams’ vocals really make this sound feel like your own internal monologue. I love that this song is ambiguous in regard to who it’s addressing. Megan shared that “this song is what it feels like to stay up past your bedtime with your roommates even though we’re all adults and don’t have bedtimes anymore.”

Upside Down - Jack Johnson

Suggested by Maddie Mulkigian

I was so excited to see this song suggested. Like Maddie, this song immediately reminds me of Curious George. It’s nostalgic for so many. This has been Maddie’s go-to song to put a smile on her face and it’s understandable. The upbeat rhythm is bright and just makes any listener feel good.

Vienna- Billy Joel

Suggested by Nicole Fitzsimmons

Honestly, I think it would be a crime if Vienna was not on the list. This song can push anyone to tears. Nicole suggested this song for its great description of heat growing up is like and I couldn’t agree more. There’s a reason that this song trended on TikTok and is in countless film soundtracks. When I listen to this it feels like Billy Joel is sitting me down and talking directly to me. The lyrics are both comforting and heart-wrenching as a senior.

Levitating by Dua Lipa

Suggested by Jilleen Barrett

This playlist would not be complete without a college party song. For Jileen, Levitating is her favorite. Dua Lipa has really had a hold on our college years. Her popularity has only grown, making her a fixture at every party. This song just makes you want to dance. The bubbly beat and energetic lyrics Her popularity and fame are well deserved.