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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"Blue Ain't Your Color" by Keith Urban
Nominated by: tech development software (28) from Humble, TX, USA
Why: i think evokes a sense of nostalgia and laid-back vibe, which aligns with the small-town atmosphere of humble. the themes of reflection and emotional depth resonate with me
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"Chennai Express" by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Jonita Gandhi
Nominated by: Self employed (38) from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Why: The song has my hometown name in it. So it would remind me of my hometown. Express refers to train. When I was younger, train journey is rare for us but enjoyable. The song video has train in it.
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"海闊天空" by Beyond
Nominated by: Administrative Manager (26) from Shanghai, Shanghai, China
Why: The song "Boundless Oceans, Vast Skies" ("海阔天空") has a close connection with Guangzhou. It evokes fond memories and emotional resonance with the city. As a classic by the band Beyond, its lyrics and melody often remind people of freedom, dreams, and resilience in the face of adversity, themes that align with the spirit of Guangzhou. Guangzhou has long been an important port city in southern China, with a long history and rich cultural heritage, and it is also a vibrant and modern city.
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"Biloxi" by Jimmy Buffett
Nominated by: Retired (72) from Biloxi, MS, USA
Why: It speaks about the joys of living in Biloxi, and reminds me of growing up there in the sixties swiming on the beachs, fishing, boating out to the islands. Baseball games at the field, football games in the fall, nice weather all year long.
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"Era Uma Vez..." by Sandy e Junior, Toquinho
Nominated by: Construction operations (41) from Andradina, SP, Brazil
Why: Because it describes exactly what my childhood was like in my hometown. It was a very cozy little farm with many fruits on the trees. Everything was at our fingertips because we were the ones who planted everything, and when it rained, we could smell the scent of wet earth.
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"Brisas Del Torbes" by Simón Díaz con La Rondalla Venezolana
Nominated by: architect (46) from San Antonio del Táchira, Táchira, Venezuela
Why: it is typical of my city and brings back nice memories, it is also by a great Venezuelan composer
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"Somewhere Over The Rainbow_What A Wonderful World" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Nominated by: Electrician (49) from Honolulu, HI, USA
Why: It reminds me of the rainbows in Hawaii and other gatherings of the family and friends. Also the lovely memories of friends and families enjoying each other's company at the beach at the park and holidays. The family gatherings the aloha the music the love.
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"Udo Ga Adi" by Umu Obiligbo
Nominated by: Administrator and general staff (62) from Orlu, Nigeria
Why: It remains me of the serenity and peaceful conducive atmosphere of my hometown where everybody is welcome and accepted, a great connection between families.
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"Hà Nội Mười Hai Mùa Hoa" by Thu Phương
Nominated by: Engineer (27) from Hanoi, Vietnam
Why: Because Hanoi has twelve flower seasons, and every flower season is beautiful, is that okay? There are many mixed emotions with the song. Love is there, sadness is there.
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"Anderlecht Champion - Version Originale 1985 - Version Française" by Grand Jojo, Les Joueurs
Nominated by: architecture (24) from Anderlecht, Belgium
Why: because I like to hear this song when I watch football matches at the stadium and sing with my compatriots
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"Teletubbies Say "Eh-Oh!"" by Teletubbies
Nominated by: Notary collaborator (26) from Troyes, France
Why: Because it's a song from my childhood that I listened to a lot with my cousins when I was little.
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"Embona sy hanina - Live" by Mahaleo
Nominated by: Hydraulic engineer (1996) from Toliara, Madagascar
Why: Because it talks about my country and the difficulty of living abroad
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"Que quiere la chola" by Los Palmeras
Nominated by: student (22) from Villa Constitución, Santa Fe, Argentina
Why: because it is Santa Fe cumbia, it is what is most listened to in my city because it is from my province
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"When You Were Young (made popular by The Killers) [backing version]" by Party Tyme
Nominated by: Chief executive officer (36) from Delhi, India
Why: And sometimes you close your eyes / And see the place where you used to live / When you were young There’s the saying that home is where the heart is. And that’s beautifully expressed in the lyrics of this hit song by The Killers, in which singer Brandon Flowers recalls his childhood back in his hometown, Las Vegas.
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"Rosa d'abril (L'amor s'hi posa)" by Pau Riba, Om
Nominated by: educator (60) from Barcelona, Spain
Why: because it represents a lot for Barcelona and Catalonia, with the Montserrat mountain being a symbol, and you get goosebumps
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"Mi Quito Es un Edén de Maravillas" by Papaya Dada
Nominated by: Teleoperator (32) from Quito, Ecuador
Why: It reminds me of my childhood at the festivities of Quito and parades during festival times.
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"Take Me Home, Country Roads (Karaoke Version) [Originally Performed By John Denver]" by Country Karaoke Cow Boys
Nominated by: Housewife (40) from Bendigo VIC, Australia
Why: Because it's a country town and it seems fitting for the place it represents. I think the peace and quiet of a country area fits the song well.
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"부산갈매기" by 트로트 가수들
Nominated by: Social worker (41) from Busan, South Korea
Why: It's a song that reminds me of Busan. I'm particularly excited when this song plays at Lotte Giants games.
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"جادك الغيث" by Mohammad Bashir
Nominated by: Retired (56) from Kuwait City, Kuwait
Why: The song taught me music school in the morning, I sang it at school when I was in the fifth grade.
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"Reminiscencias" by Julio Jaramillo
Nominated by: Upholsterer (34) from Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Why: Because my father listened to it a lot and generally in Medellín, you hear it in many places.
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"An Giang Quê Hương Tôi" by Luân Phan
Nominated by: 2D pattern designer (32) from Long Xuyen, An Giang, Vietnam
Why: reminds me of the beauty and people of An Giang, from the Hau river, Sam mountain to the ancient temples
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"Goolingoo" by NENE, Altanjargal
Nominated by: student (20) from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Why: The song reminds me of my home because there is a part in the chorus where a traditional mongolian singer sings, listening that reminds me of my hometown.
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"The Suburbs" by Arcade Fire
Nominated by: Engineer (48) from Quebec, QC, Canada
Why: Because this song is interesting and the video allowed to indicate a place and images of the place were used in the video.
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"Eat Bulaga Theme - Old Version" by Eat Bulaga Dabarkads
Nominated by: Office employee (26) from Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines
Why: Because it shows us the philippines as a whole by their lyric mula aparri hanggang jolo
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"Kpordawoe" by Edem
Nominated by: Student (18) from Anloga, Ghana
Why: Anytime our festival is celebrated..the youth of the village play this song
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"Mi Pueblo Natal" by Grupo Niche
Nominated by: software analyst (52) from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Why: because it describes many stages of my place of origin from my childhood ages 4 to 15
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"Алматы Түні" by Kairat Nurtas, Nyusha
Nominated by: Cashier (31) from Almaty, Kazakhstan
Why: The singer has a beautiful voice and the lyrics describe this city.
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"Gangster City" by Popcaan
Nominated by: Security (30) from Kingston, Jamaica
Why: I love this song a lot because he shows and explain the struggles he been through . Not having anything growing up , it was hard for him.
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"La Chicharra Cantora" by Las Voces De Orán
Nominated by: Customer service (23) from Orán, Salta, Argentina
Why: It is a typical Salteño folklore band, its music is full of culture.
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"Город" by Aquarium
Nominated by: Tester (34) from Vladimir, Russia
Why: This song is about a terrestrial paradise, it is very beautiful and calm.
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"Au soleil" by Jenifer
Nominated by: Administrative assistant (51) from Nice, France
Why: Because I only go back there for short vacations in the sun
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"Soy Dominicano" by Fernando Villalona
Nominated by: Customs Broker (33) from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Why: The lyrics express not forgetting your roots. And the music is classic merengue.
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"Около тебя" by Yolka
Nominated by: Teacher (28) from Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Why: This is the place that draws me in a special way, no matter where you are, when I hear this song, it immediately reminds me of that song, evokes a feeling of lightness, joy, and pleasant moments.
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"Zataou" by Mali Yaro
Nominated by: Sales agent, seller, logistician (23) from Niamey, Niger
Why: Everything that is mentioned relates to our customs, culture, and our way of life
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