Each week, we run a global survey asking for a songs that represent hometowns.
This playlist contains 35 songs curated by people from around the world.
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"Tao Lang" by Loonie, Quest
Nominated by: Student (20) from Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Why: First song that really resonates to me and also, the very first song that I memorized. Well that in my hometown you will be judged by other people and the song kinds of taught me that you have your flaws and imperfections. The chorus part tells us that we are allowed to make mistakes because that what makes us human.
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"We Are The Champions" by Queen
Nominated by: Sales (24) from La Porte City, IA, USA
Why: This was a common song that always played during high school. It was used for the pep rallies, sports games and so many other events. It was also on the radio a lot so it wasn't uncommon for it to be playing as we drove through town
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"北京歡迎你（08奧運會）" by 譚晶, 譚智元
Nominated by: Ordinary factory worker (25) from Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
Why: When I think of China, I think of my hometown. My hometown is in China, and the song 'Beijing Welcomes You' easily reminds me of my hometown and relatives there.
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"Dere Boyu Kavaklar" by Barış Manço
Nominated by: I am not working (26) from Giresun, Giresun center/Giresun, Turkey
Why: This song reminds me of my hometown because it mentions our place. It mentions Bulancak in the song. With the lines “A long road passes through the inside of Giresun,” it evokes the green, undulating roads of the homeland and memories filled with the sincerity of the Black Sea.
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"My House" by Flo Rida
Nominated by: retired (69) from Cincinnati, OH, USA
Why: Because it reminds me of where I lived when I can first remember anything. I remember loving the first day of spring and shoveling snow in the winter, and the big sale in the
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"深圳湾" by 杨沁松
Nominated by: Guam Li (23) from Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
Why: Depicts the beautiful scenery and unique atmosphere of Shenzhen Bay with warm melodies and delicate lyrics. The song expresses deep emotions for this vibrant and dream-filled city, showcasing Shenzhen's prosperity and hope.
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"Aqueles Olhos" by Dom M
Nominated by: Unemployed (26) from Cotia - Caucaia do Alto, Cotia - SP, Brazil
Why: I remember having some connection with important people through this song that helped me create memories of my hometown. Music makes me recall my childhood, those impossible loves, the people from my past.
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"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) [The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup (TM) Song] (feat. Freshlyground)" by Shakira, Freshlyground
Nominated by: Student (18) from Madrid, Spain
Why: Because I remember that I used to listen to a lot of Shakira when passing by some places and sometimes they played it while remembering football.
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"唱山歌【壮族】" by 哆哆唱国学
Nominated by: Hardware Development Engineer (36) from Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Why: This is a song from the famous movie Liu Sanjie from Guangxi. The film was shot in Guangxi, and the folk-style songs in the film are unforgettable. Every time I hear this song, I think of Guangxi.
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"Надежда" by Anna German
Nominated by: IT developer (43) from Moscow, Russia
Why: I often heard this song as a child, so I have pleasant memories and nostalgia when listening to this song. At that time, I met my first love, attended music school, and met with friends.
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"Mera Yaar Pindi Da" by Naeem Hazarvi
Nominated by: Looking for a job (32) from Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Why: stuck songs are catchy tunes, popping up spontaneously or triggered by emotions, associations, or by hearing the melody. I have a memory with it ... I heard it in gym doing exercises.... Me and my friend started dancing and we also captured it..... We had fun dancing on its music and good lurics
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"Hometown Girl" by Josh Turner
Nominated by: Administration Executive (28) from Monaragala, Sri Lanka
Why: It just do remind me of my homwtown, maybe because I used to listen to the song a lot when I lived in my hometown. It is the feeling you get everytime you listen it, the breeze that kisses your face, wide blue sky, nights where I watched the stars with my father.
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"Уральская рябинушка" by Nadezhda Kadysheva and Golden Ring
Nominated by: accountant (49) from Zlatoust, Russia
Why: The song is about the Ural Mountains, about my homeland, it's nice to sing. It's an old song but it's still often sung.
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"País do Futebol" by MC Guime, Emicida
Nominated by: Metalworker (32) from São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Why: There is a part of this song that portrays what it's like to grow up in the largest metropolis of Latin America
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"Love Story" by Taylor Swift
Nominated by: student (18) from Drașov, Romania
Why: I used to listen to it with my friends from my hometown. It started when my friend showed me for the first time Taylor Swift.
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"Lakhon Tare Aasman Per" by Lata Mangeshkar, Mukesh
Nominated by: Export (74) from Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Why: Because this song reminds me of my hometown which I miss. I remember the sky of my country which we use to enjoy every night in December holidays.
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"Anyamamo" by Soklems, Sleenga, K. Dubb
Nominated by: Executive (39) from Makurdi, Nigeria
Why: I went to school with the artist and we both from the same place. It reminds me of good trips with him and others
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"I'll Be There" by GABRIELLE
Nominated by: Overseas filipino workers (24) from Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Why: Why? Because this song gave me strength when im in my weakest point of my life it reminds me that even im living in poverty i know someday i can get a better life
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"Rayuan Pulau Kelapa - Keroncong" by Niken Salindry
Nominated by: freelancer (43) from Sawangan, Magelang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Why: the lyrics that lull the heart and depict Indonesia
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"স্বপ্ন যাবে বাড়ী | Shopno Jabe Bari" by Grameenphone
Nominated by: Private Job (35) from Bagura, Bangladesh
Why: Its give me goosebump when i came back after along time, we can come twice or thrice on Eid holiday to meet parents, friends all the known face after a long time
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"Pra Sempre - Ao Vivo na Avenida Paulista" by Gabriel Guedes de Almeida
Nominated by: Self-employed (60) from São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Why: Because it mentions Avenida Paulista, the most important avenue in my hometown.
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"Perfume de Gardenias" by La Sonora Santanera
Nominated by: Retired (82) from Sahuayo de Morelos, Mich., Mexico
Why: It is from my time when I was young, about how the atmosphere was joyful and youthful.
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"City Girls" by YNW Melly
Nominated by: student (21) from Nantes, France
Why: because it is a lively city where you can go out at night; girls dress up nicely, boys do too, and everyone gathers in dancing places
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"Kalau Bulan Bisa Ngomong" by Doel Sumbang, Nini Carlina
Nominated by: Full-time employee (40) from Tasikmalaya, Tasikmalaya Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Why: Because it reminds me of the atmosphere of my hometown, and that song was played every day by my grandmother
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"Viens à moi" by Tabitha
Nominated by: Job seeker (28) from Fianarantsoa, Madagascar
Why: Because it helps me remember things don't have to go always well while reminding me of my childhood and of the achievements I made so far
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"Let Me Love You" by DJ Snake, Justin Bieber
Nominated by: self employed (30) from Kandahar, Afghanistan
Why: It brings back memories of our time together, including intimate moments, amazing trips, and wonderful date nights.
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"Tierra Tachirense Sus Montañas" by Julio Miguel, Los Incateños
Nominated by: Associate (45) from San Cristobal, Táchira, Venezuela
Why: It names the state where I was born, and it is pleasant and nostalgic in its geographical description.
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"Quê hương" by Mạnh Đình
Nominated by: Office (46) from Hà Nội, Hanoi, Vietnam
Why: Each verse makes us think of our homeland, with a warm, familiar rhythm
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"Dancing Queen" by ABBA
Nominated by: Designer (21) from Nakhodka, Russia
Why: I listened to it together with my parents in childhood
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"Le sud" by Nino Ferrer
Nominated by: DRAFTSMAN (27) from Gap, France
Why: because the lyrics well represent my home region, the sun, and the warmth
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"(There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays - 1954 Version" by Perry Como
Nominated by: Farmer (58) from Ikoro, Nigeria
Why: No matter how far away you roam, if you want to be happy, go home sweet home . And I agree totallyThe lyrics are soul touching each time I hear it.
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"We Built This City" by Starship
Nominated by: Controller (53) from Toronto, ON, Canada
Why: Because Toronto has produced many famous singers and rappers today. A lot more than in the past.
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"Nairobi" by Strawball
Nominated by: receptionist (29) from Nairobi, Kenya
Why: It is the only Capital city with a national park within its boundaries. The city is home to many leading tour operators and travel agencies which can help you book your dream trip anytime. It also has a rich culture being a historical city, which makes it desirable as a tourist destination
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"A Beautiful Lie" by Thirty Seconds To Mars
Nominated by: Compliance officer (28) from Antananarivo, Madagascar
Why: It's about the promises of politicians, a lot of empty promises but no progress.
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"Aucun" by Secret Boyfriend
Nominated by: Temporarily unemployed (29) from Paris, France
Why: Because this song makes me relive memories of the games we used to play
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