Each week, we run a global survey asking for a songs that represent hometowns.
This playlist contains 34 songs curated by people from around the world.
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"Born in the U.S.A." by Bruce Springsteen
Nominated by: Retired (72) from Moberly, MO, USA
Why: It’s a small town, but definitely a part of the whole USA and we as a collective group are very a patriotic community. We are proud to be a part of the USA!
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"Obianuju" by Duncan Mighty
Nominated by: Teaching (24) from Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Why: It features port Harcourt inspired music, inspirers local pride, and blends with their culture and reflects on their way of life
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"Schwarz zu blau" by Peter Fox
Nominated by: Software programmer (33) from Berlin, Germany
Why: Reminds me of when I used to party with my friends every weekend, we never came home before dawn.
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"Perfect" by Ed Sheeran
Nominated by: none (25) from Padang, Kota Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia
Why: because I like listening to the song Perfect while traveling to the city of Padang. As a result, I always remember my hometown whenever I hear the song Perfect by Ed Sheeran.
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"Caballito Ico" by Silvia Schujer, Mariano Agustín Fernández, Julieta Szewach
Nominated by: Programmer (30) from Córdoba, Argentina
Why: Because it reminds me of my childhood in the city where I was born. It brings back beautiful and pleasant memories of when I was a child.
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"O Amar Desher Mati" by Indranil Sen
Nominated by: Student (24) from Dhaka, Bangladesh
Why: Listening to this song reminds me of my hometown.
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"Sunshine Reggae" by Laid Back
Nominated by: Human Resources Manager (58) from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
Why: It reminds me of my hometown because like the song my hometown is cool and laidback. This town has the best sunshine ever, great to spend time outdoors.
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"Як тебе не любити, Києве мій!" by Олександр Пономарьов
Nominated by: renter (67) from Kyiv, Ukraine
Why: The song is about my hometown. It makes me think back to the time of my youth, first love, first competition, first concert for a large audience.
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"Himno Nacional Argentina - Canción Patriótica" by Kpm National Anthems
Nominated by: Engineer (32) from Firmat, Santa Fe, Argentina
Why: Because it represents me and my hometown. That's why. It brings back nice memories of when I used to go to school.
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"Pussy Juice" by Summer Of Haze
Nominated by: No job (18) from Morozovsk, Rostov Oblast, Russia
Why: Listening to this song brings back memories of walks around the city and its beauties
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"Onyeoma Nmadu Eji Egbuya" by Oriental Brothers International Band
Nominated by: FC Associate (51) from Imo, Nigeria
Why: This song is deep rooted on the cultural aspect of philantropy or charity. It reminds me of the need to be cautious as I do charity or philantropy because it can bring about ones' downfall or death. I am motivated by this song because, it reminds me of the limit of goodness that will not turn to be harmful to me.
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"Além do Horizonte" by Erasmo Carlos
Nominated by: Retired (55) from São Gonçalo, RJ, Brazil
Why: My city is calm, it is not violent, it is a city of peace and quiet.
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"义勇军进行曲" by 中国人民解放军军乐团
Nominated by: produce manager (31) from Zhongshan, Guangdong, China
Why: ................................................................................
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"Huế Xưa - New Version" by Vân Khánh
Nominated by: Part-time (61) from Hue City, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam
Why: Recalling the images of icons in Hue, only Hue is represented in the song
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"Hino de Joinville" by Coral Babado de Saia
Nominated by: Dancer (28) from Joinville - Pirabeiraba, Joinville - Santa Catarina, Brazil
Why: It's the anthem of my city, and I know the entire lyrics because I had to sing it at the school I attended.
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"故鄉的雨" by 薰妮
Nominated by: 公司的职工 (36) from Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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"Cherry Blossom Ending" by Busker Busker
Nominated by: office worker (40) from Seoul, South Korea
Why: When I remember the time when cherry blossoms scatter in the spring of Seoul, I mainly think of the song "Cherry Blossom Ending" by Jang Beom June.
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"Kometa Brno" by Brünnfield
Nominated by: Accountant (26) from Brno, Czech Republic
Why: Probably the first big memory when we used to go to hockey in Brno with my parents. I often sang it to myself. It brought me happiness. It was always played during breaks in the game.
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"La nevicata del '56" by Mia Martini
Nominated by: Employee (62) from Rome, RM, Italy
Why: it makes me think of Rome, I adore Mia Martini, and with this song, she was able to make me experience the beauty of this city.
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"Лучший город земли" by Muslim Magomayev, Вокальный квартет "Аккорд", Инструментальный ансамбль п/у Арно Бабаджаняна
Nominated by: Student (19) from Moscow, Russia
Why: she describes this city very well, also the singer has a very beautiful voice
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"Maléa" by Dina Bell
Nominated by: Students (19) from Douala, Cameroon
Why: This song reminds me of my culture, my village because it alludes to many cultural things. 👍👍👍👍
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"Yeh Jo Mohabbat Hai" by Kishore Kumar
Nominated by: Meter Reader (47) from Faisalabad, Pakistan
Why: It is melodious song with separation of something that really means for you because there are many love scenes that bring me back to my home town while listening this song
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"Sumedang" by Doel Sumbang
Nominated by: Part-time Work (22) from Sumedang, Sumedang Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Why: because the song describes how beautiful my hometown is
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"Onokwafo Nyame" by Daughters of Glorious Jesus
Nominated by: Computer salesman (28) from Badu, Ghana
Why: Because that's a song I often listened to growing up and reminds me of how happy i was when I was young . We used to listen to it when going on road trips with my family
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"drunk text" by Henry Moodie
Nominated by: Student (19) from Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta City, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Why: Hmm actually, this is about me having a crush on a guy there. When I went to Jogja for Eid, my sister and I went for a morning run, jogging like that. Then we rested afterwards after jogging. While resting, I saw a very handsome guy like a TikTok kid, he was dubbing if I'm not mistaken, Henry Moodie. So when I go back to my hometown I always remember this song.
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"Comilla 3500" by IrfuG, Sadzz, Pakhandi
Nominated by: Student (20) from Comilla, Bangladesh
Why: This song highlights the unique aspects and pride of Comilla, making it a great choice to represent your hometown. In “Comilla 3500,” the artists celebrate Comilla’s rich history, iconic landmarks like the Mainamati ruins, and the strong community spirit. The song beautifully captures the pride and unique charm of the hometown.
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"Gesi Bağları" by Barış Manço
Nominated by: Unemployed (2) from Giresun, Giresun Central/Giresun, Turkey
Why: Because it mentions Giresun. Bulancak place. But I chose a cliché song because I don't have much connection with the word and city called 'hometown', as I don't know another song that talks about Giresun.
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"Cabinessence - Remastered 2001" by The Beach Boys
Nominated by: Student (22) from Perth WA, Australia
Why: It brings that western warmth with the psychedelic mix of western Australian
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"深圳之歌" by 肖光平
Nominated by: management (23) from Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
Why: This song depicts the cityscape and development process of Shenzhen, expressing love and pride for this city. The lyrics mention the city's changes and spirit of striving, which can evoke my deep feelings and fond memories of Shenzhen.
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"Vollgas" by Kärbholz
Nominated by: Wage-earner (19) from Jesberg, Germany
Why: Because we do a lot of farming and we always listen to this song when we're on the go.
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"Cheeseburger In Paradise" by Jimmy Buffett
Nominated by: Educator (80) from Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA
Why: Palm Beach Gardens is close to the Keys, and I visit often. Jimmy Buffett spent a lot of his time in the Keys composing and performing.
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"يا زايرين قسنطينة" by seif eddine Torche
Nominated by: administrator (33) from Constantine, Algeria
Why: It reminds me of the city I was born and lived in with its places and old alleys.
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"Hoch auf dem gelben Wagen" by Die Alten Kameraden
Nominated by: Employee (44) from Stendal, Germany
Why: because Stendal is an unspoiled area with very little industry and you can spend a lot of time in nature here
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"Tum Hi Ho (From "Aashiqui 2")" by Arijit Singh
Nominated by: Multitalented (26) from Islamabad, Pakistan
Why: Another song that reminds me of Islamabad is “Tum Hi Ho” by Arijit Singh, as its emotional depth and romantic lyrics reflect the city’s serene beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
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