Playlist of the Month: Bienvenidos a Miami
Hopefully capturing the vibes of a city I've never been to.
Today’s playlist is inspired by an upcoming trip and I think the location is self-evident by the name of the playlist. I love making playlists as a way to hype myself up for an upcoming event or adventure. And this end of summer romp was no exception.
As I was searching for songs to feature on this playlist, I discovered, I’m sure to no one’s surprise, that there are a shocking number of songs about Miami either by or featuring Pitbull. So, it’s safe to say that this playlist heavily features Mr. Worldwide himself.
Not all the songs are about Miami or are even by artists from Miami exclusively. But all these songs capture what I imagine the city to feel like. But besides a layover once when I was 13, I’ve never actually been to Miami, so TBD on whether I actually captured the vibes right.
I will say that in curating this playlist, I unlocked a memory hidden deep in my subconscious. I had completely forgotten that the LMFAO song I’m in Miami, Bitch, even existed. But the second I hit play, I was taken back to the dark and dank frat house basements that I used to frequent in 2009. I’m in Miami, Bitch (or I’m in Miami, Trick, as it was known for the radio edit) was on regular rotation for me and my friends in college. It’s amazing how music can transport you to a specific time and place—I just wish the time and place was a little more romantic.
Do you have a favorite Miami-themed song? Let me know! I’d love to hear them.