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• Sublime

  Sublime (Musical group)

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  You knew it was going to be on here, so here it is first. This is a desert island album for me--I am embarrassingly familiar with every single song. (Seriously. Quiz me.) It's also perhaps one of the most "summer" albums of all time.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

  Hill, Lauryn

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  I'm not sure what it is about this album that makes it a summertime one for me--it may be the production, it may be her delivery, it may be the introspective and iconic lyrics. Honestly, it's all three, as they make this album the iconic…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Houses of the Holy

  Led Zeppelin (Musical group),

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  This is my personal favorite Zeppelin record. It's concise, it's dance-worthy (even The Crunge), it's a jam. Its flourishing guitars and hearty drums are great for summertime, whether you're camping, at the beach, or cozying up at home.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Danger Days

  the True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys

  My Chemical Romance (Musical group)

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  Look alive, sunshine. If MCR albums were seasons, this one would be summer. If you want to feel like the main character in an action film, this is a great album for a soundtrack. Every song on this record is a blast to sing! Favorite…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Californication

  Red Hot Chili Peppers (Musical group)

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  Every year, at least once, this album enters my CD player and does not leave for a week. It's also got some of my favorite songs to play--Otherside, Scar Tissue, and Parallel Universe are a lot of fun to jam on. I think this album, more so…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Back to Black

  Winehouse, Amy, 1983-2011

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  This album, like summer, has a little something of everything--pride, melancholy, love stories, tragedy. Amy's voice is timeless, full of soul and charisma that many lack nowadays. Back to Black never fails to make me feel like I'm the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 40 Oz. to Freedom

  Sublime (Musical group)

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  (Yes, another Sublime album.) I won't pretend this album isn't weird, especially considering how Waiting For My Ruca starts, but BOY is it a fun kind of weird! Chock-full of covers and references, this album is fantastic if you're feeling…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Because the Internet

  Childish Gambino, 1983-

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  This album is pure summertime to me with its big beats and bold lyrics. I'm a sucker for a concept album, and Gambino doesn't disappoint with his story of The Boy--a spoiled rich brat with too much time and money on his hands. This album…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Pearl

  Joplin, Janis

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  I think my summer connotation with Janis Joplin comes from singing her songs around a campfire--Bobby McGee is a must for s'more time. This album has many other beautiful songs on it that I recommend checking out! Favorite song: Half Moon

• To Pimp a Butterfly

  Lamar, Kendrick, 1987-

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  This album is truly timeless, enjoyable during any time of year, but something about the beats and line delivery cements it as summery in my mind. If you're a fan of poetry, you'll enjoy this album--actually, if you enjoy music, you'll…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Legend

  the Best of Bob Marley and the Wailers

  Marley, Bob

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  On a hot summer day, when you feel like you're slowly melting into the pavement, it can be helpful to remember that every little thing gonna be all right. I also just think this album is great for the beach or to listen to at the grill.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Physical Graffiti

  Led Zeppelin (Musical group)

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  I refuse to apologize for repeating artists when the summer vibes are this strong. Side A of this album reminds me of the hot wee hours of a summer morning, while Side B is a slow ride down a lazy river. Favorite song: The Rover

• Salt 'n' Pepa - Very Necessary (Full Album) [1993] - YouTube

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  I'd be remiss not to include this album as a summer classic (feel free to request it for purchase if you enjoy it!). The beats are groovy, the bars are memorable, and the entire album as a whole just makes you wanna shoop (shoop ba doop,…Read moreRead more of this annotation