Each week, we run a global survey asking for a songs that represent hometowns.
This playlist contains 91 songs curated by people from around the world.
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"Linewleum (feat. Avenged Sevenfold)" by NOFX, Avenged Sevenfold
Nominated by: I want to become a psychologist (19) from Nilambur, Kerala, India
Why: nofx - linoleum. It remind me of when I was about 14 and loving the summer it came out. I had all my mates from school with me and it reminds me of my hometown and just growing up. It also reminds me of the summer I first smoked weed with all my friends. It really was the greatest summer I've had. I was young, free and had no responsibility. That's why it reminds me of my hometown the most.
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"松花江上" by 邹允贞, 颜添英
Nominated by: Administration management department (35) from Shenyang, Liaoning, China
Why: My home is on the Songhua River in Northeast China. This is a song that every Northeasterner can sing. This song deeply expresses my love for my hometown. It is a catchy yet sentimental song.
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"HOME" by BTS
Nominated by: Student (41) from Owerri, Nigeria
Why: Whenever I listen to BTS song I always feel safe and secure which is just like my hometown, you go outside get what you want no body shaming no feeling of inferiority complex and you are bold to do your own thing your own way
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"My Home" by Myles Smith
Nominated by: Aircraft engineer (24) from Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
Why: I chose this song because of the melody, lyrics and the type of music. It makes me remember my home town. The lyrics are words relating to what's happening in my home town. The song uses the same melody from the cultural song in my home town.
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"浏阳河" by 李谷一
Nominated by: Finance, Banking, and Accounting (25) from Zhuhai, Guangdong, China
Why: The Liuyang River is the mother river of my hometown. My mother taught me to sing this song since I was young, and I learned it when I was little. I can never forget it. No matter where I go, I will always think of my hometown.
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"Um Amor Puro" by Djavan
Nominated by: self-employed (28) from Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
Why: my family used to listen to Djavan, so it reminds me of my childhood in my hometown
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"Sunny Afternoon" by The Kinks
Nominated by: Retired (75) from London, UK
Why: My local group from London, the Kinks were very popular when I was growing up. The song reminds me of happy times with my family and friendships
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"Tombé pour elle - L'île aux oiseaux" by Pascal Obispo
Nominated by: unemployed (35) from Bordeaux, France
Why: Because this song evokes Arcachon which is near Bordeaux and I went there when I was a child on vacation
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"Sajni (From "Laapataa Ladies")" by Ram Sampath, Arijit Singh, Prashant Pandey
Nominated by: Freelancer (20) from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Why: This song is like village type because the characters are belonged to village and its lyrics are very beautiful and calm so it reminds me like i am in my home town
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"44 Bars" by Logic
Nominated by: Forklift driver (25) from Maryland City, MD, USA
Why: They was playing logic everywhere in Maryland and even got to see him. Made me feel good inside because of how small of an artist he was and he was finally getting his recognition he wanted
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"Dan Bandung" by Pidi Baiq
Nominated by: Architecture (28) from Bandung, Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia
Why: A legendary nostalgic song for me, Bandung is truly that magical even for me who has lived here since birth. Childhood moments, family, friends, many romances I've spent here, and its romantic atmosphere at night is truly extraordinary.
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"Rimjhim Gire Sawan - Duet" by Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar
Nominated by: Government employee (35) from Mianwali, Pakistan
Why: I remember the village's monsoon. Playing and having fun with friends in the monsoon rain in the village streets.
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"Camptown Races" by Stephen Foster, John Cali, Thomas Pyle, Robert Shaw Chorale, Robert Shaw
Nominated by: retired (79) from Stevensville, PA, USA
Why: Camptown is just a couple miles from my childhood home and was immortalized in song by Stephen Foster who lived about 20 miles away at that time.
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"為你寫下這首情歌" by Mayday
Nominated by: Marketing (40) from Taipei City, Taiwan
Why: "Writing this Love Song for You" has a lively melody and romantic feelings, evoking the warm street scenes of Taipei at night. The sincere confession in the lyrics blends with the urban atmosphere, like the neon lights of Taipei at night, bringing out the tenderness and vitality unique to the city.
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"Cali Pachanguero" by Grupo Niche
Nominated by: Industrial Engineer (24) from Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Why: Because it is a song that talks about Cali and how beautiful it is and the positive things the city has.
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"Neon Moon" by Brooks & Dunn
Nominated by: Homemaker (39) from Santa Clara, CA, USA
Why: It reminds me of my parents because they would play it all the time when we were driving around Santa Clara growing up
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"Nwanem Ebezina" by Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe
Nominated by: Systems/network engineer (47) from Aviara, Nigeria
Why: The song is a popular song they play in weddings in my hometown it talks about the culture of my home town and how life is lived there
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"Colombia Tierra Querida" by La Orquesta De Ray, Benetia
Nominated by: Coca Cola (22) from Baranoa, Atlántico, Colombia
Why: It is an anthem that is played a lot in my homeland so it reminds me a lot of it everywhere on Colombia's Independence Day you hear that music.
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"You Rock My World" by Michael Jackson
Nominated by: Forming an Amtrak (44) from Harlem New York
Why: This song always remind me of the good times and the bad times when I was growing up in Harlem we played this song at birthday parties and special occasions until the day it still reminds me of those times
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"نور في الأجواء تألق" by ملاك فتحي
Nominated by: Student (22) from Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Why: This song mainly was shown on TV channels during the Hajj period, and it is strongly associated with the Hajj slogan in my imagination and memory, so this song always reminds me of Mecca and its rituals.
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"Co by nie mówili" by TPS, Wieszak ZDR, Tytuz
Nominated by: Forklift operator (25) from Białystok, Poland
Why: When I was growing up in my teenage years and older, I had a company that spent a lot of time outdoors, and we also enjoyed street rap, the kind of music performed by rapper TPS.
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"Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" by Super Simple Songs
Nominated by: Government official (33) from Makassar, City of Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Why: Because I grew up with that song, which I always sang in my hometown with great joy.
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"Pobre paulista" by Ira!
Nominated by: CEO of a large IT company (40) from São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Why: It is a local band, well known in my city, made a lot of history in the year 1981
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"Tanah Airku" by Theresia Margaretha Gultom
Nominated by: IT Manager (29) from South Jakarta, South Jakarta City, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia
Why: The song 'Tanah Airku' has a deep and emotional meaning for many people. This song depicts the sense of love and pride towards the homeland, reflecting a strong identity and sense of belonging. Through its lyrics, the song invites listeners to appreciate the beauty of the nature, culture, and history of the country. Besides that, 'Tanah Airku' is often sung at various official events and national celebrations, fostering a spirit of patriotism and unity among the people. The longing and love for the homeland contained in this song creates a deep emotional bond, making it one of the songs that is always relevant in the national context.
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"I Can't Fall in Love Without You" by Zara Larsson
Nominated by: consulting (28) from Stockholm, Sverige
Why: Because zara larsson was born in sweden and is the performer of the song. She reminds me of stockolm sweden and its attachment to music. The lyrics "i cant fall in love without you" remind me of stockholm
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"Ae Watan Ke Sajeelay" by Noor Jehan
Nominated by: Self employed (38) from Sialkot, Pakistan
Why: Because this songs reminds me about wars ..Sialkot are brave and they fought against indian army when they entered in a city.i was not born that time but my parents told me stories ..I can feel bravery by listening to this song
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"Sumulula" by Clever J
Nominated by: Medical Clinician (27) from Kampala, Uganda
Why: It was my childhood song I danced to while being cheered by my parents. I love the memories it created, so unforgettable
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"Thank You Mr. D.J" by Yvonne Chaka Chaka
Nominated by: Construction Manager (48) from Mbale, Uganda
Why: Dancing ith my family and singing along to the lyrics, we knew them allPlayed alot in my childhood when South African music was all the rage. All parties had Yvonne chaka chaka music played
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"Ya rayeh" by Dahmane El Harrachi, El Hachemi Guerouabi, Kamel Messaoudi
Nominated by: Care taker (35) from Algiers, Algérie
Why: A very famous song in my country. The instruments used are traditional and the maghrebin melody makes me nostalgic and homesick even when I'm in my hometown
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"Agila- Haring Ibon" by Joey Ayala
Nominated by: Civil Engineer (34) from Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines
Why: It is a song about the Philippine Eagle which is endemic in the Davao Region. The song in particular refers to places within my hometown.
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"The Storm Is Over Now" by R. Kelly
Nominated by: Nurse (38) from Assin Fosu, Ghana
Why: People living in my home town mostly love to jam to this song with no apparent reason but most people I visited love to play R. Kelly's songs but I believe it could be due to the fact that the song resonate a hopeful future because my hometown is one of thepopular villages in Ghana
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"Dormir soñando" by Chicos de Barrio
Nominated by: Customer service (29) from Torreón, Coah., Mexico
Why: It's a fun song that I listened to a lot as a child at my previous home in a neighborhood near my grandfather.
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"Lahore (From "Lahore")" by Guru Randhawa
Nominated by: Freelancing (41) from Lahore, Pakistan
Why: The theme, music, lyrics, locations, people and the foodies. It explains how the people of Lahore live here for centuries with their rich culture and festivals, tourists come and experience the livelihood.
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"Manila" by Hotdog
Nominated by: Unemployment (40) from Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Why: Brings back good memories about Manila during 70s and even to this day, it is still enjoyed. It also describes the Filipino culture.
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"حلوه يا بلدى" by داليدا
Nominated by: Head of Department (44) from Cairo, Egypt
Why: Because I feel a sense of belonging to my homeland and my great love for it, and it is fantastic.
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"Aicha" by Didi B, Miedjia
Nominated by: Webdesigner (48) from Oran, Algeria
Why: first of all because it is a beautiful song. Then the singer is originally from Oran. And finally Aicha is my mother's name
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"Город, которого нет" by Игорь Корнелюк
Nominated by: Engineer (35) from Saint Petersburg, Russia
Why: Since childhood, it got ingrained and always seemed that the city was exactly like that. Rainy, harsh, but at the same time cozy and kind.
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"Drippy" by Sidhu Moose Wala, Mxrci, AR Paisley
Nominated by: Student (23) from Faisalabad City, Pakistan
Why: Sidhu Moose Wala's song "Drippy" puts you in a good mood due to: 1. Catchy, upbeat tempo (140 BPM). 2. Infectious hook and melody. 3. Confident, motivational lyrics. 4. Blend of Punjabi folk and hip-hop elements. 5. Moose Wala's energetic vocals. 6. Swaggering beats and bass drops. "Drippy"'s vibrant energy boosts enthusiasm and excitement!
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"外婆的澎湖灣" by 潘安邦
Nominated by: mechanical engineer (23) from Malaysia, Selangor, Ampang, Selangor
Why: I heard this song on my grandmother's TV for the first time, with many family members present, including my parents, uncle, and aunt. I sang loudly and drew their attention; the memory is very vivid.
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"Reflections of My Life" by Marmalade
Nominated by: Regular job (or full-time job) (59) from Nakhon Pathom, Mueang Nakhon Pathom District, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
Why: The lyrics are beautiful and meaningful, and listening to it makes me think of my hometown. The contemporary guitar accent can be listened to at any time. Overall, it's very good music.
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"Dlugość dźwięku samotności" by Myslovitz
Nominated by: Barista in a coffee shop (22) from Mysłowice, Poland
Why: It is a song by a band from this city, I have listened to it many times. I have often seen the singers from this band.
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"Ondiñas Veñen E Van" by LUME
Nominated by: Student (21) from Ourense, Orense, Spain
Why: it is very Galician, it makes me 100% think about my city, it is also quite well known among us Galicians
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"Pérola Azulada" by Zé Miguel
Nominated by: Confectionery (37) from Santana - Porto Santana, Santana - Amapá, Brazil
Why: It talks about the land where I was born, about what we experience there, about the beauties of the state.
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"Днепр" by Garyk Krichevsky
Nominated by: engineer (49) from Dnipro, Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine
Why: It's about my hometown with street names, everything it lives by.
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"Panagbenga (Flower Festival)" by Eddie Florano
Nominated by: Unemployed (37) from Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines
Why: We celebrate Flower Festival during the month of February in our city and this song is famous among locals.
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"Thinkin Bout You" by Frank Ocean
Nominated by: Project coordinator (26) from Grimsby, ON, Canada
Why: I would always listen to this song when I drove around town when I first got my license. It’s nostalgic
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"Maombi" by Nadia Mukami
Nominated by: Customer service (22) from Nairobi, Kenya
Why: It is a song I heard when I was in college and it used to motivate me.
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"La Bruja - Son Jarocho Tradicional" by Salma Hayek, Los Vega
Nominated by: sales (43) from Veracruz, Ver., Mexico
Why: It is a great representation of my hometown, and also because a very famous compatriot is there.. In San Andres Tuxtla, there is a lot of history about witches and many people go there to get cleansings according to their beliefs.
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"Black Hole Sun" by Soundgarden
Nominated by: Nothing (16) from Mossley, UK
Why: this song reminds me of my hometown because it perfectly describes how the unique rural surroundings feel when i get faded with my bros at nighttime. i really enjoy this feeling
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"حلوه يا بلدي" by Elissa
Nominated by: Restaurant Manager (38) from El-Mahalla El-Kubra (Section 2), El-Mahalla El-Kubra District, Egypt
Why: It makes me feel happy and nostalgic and longing to return to the homeland, family, and loved ones.
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"Hum Gilgit Baltistan Ke Hain (Duet Song)" by Salman Paras
Nominated by: Data Analyst (44) from Gilgit
Why: This song, which translates to "Roof of the World," captures the breathtaking beauty of Gilgit-Baltistan, with lyrics
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"Star of the County Down" by The Irish Rovers
Nominated by: Retired (60) from Ballynahinch, UK
Why: It's about my home county and is a traditional song
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"El Regreso (Popularizado por los Davalos) [Karaoke Version]" by Ameritz Karaoke Latino
Nominated by: Analyst (46) from Arequipa, Peru
Why: Because it reminds me I love the land and I feel very proud to have been born in Arequipa
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"Peripeteia" by Georgi Z
Nominated by: Student (24) from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Why: this song is in my native language. It lulled my childhood.
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"Take Me Home, Country Roads - Original Version" by John Denver
Nominated by: Currently unemployed (26) from Koil
Why: Because this song resonate with people because they capture universal feelings about home and the deep connection we often feel to where we grew up.
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"Almacelles, Balla!" by Dani Gasulla, Lluís Alcalà, Carles Santiago, Jordi Paulí, Cobla Bohèmia
Nominated by: Unemployed (21) from Almacelles, Spain
Why: Because it speaks directly about my town/city and its customs.
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"Києве Мій (1962)" by Юрій Гуляєв
Nominated by: manager (43) from Kyiv, Ukraine
Why: I like the singer's performance and the beautiful words about the city that praise the beauty and grandeur of the hero city Kyiv
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"Like a Prayer" by Madonna
Nominated by: Customer service senior officer (44) from Tamale, Ghana
Why: This song came out during my youthful days. I used to have a girlfriend who normally cones to my place because of this song which she enjoys listening to.
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"中華民國頌" by Fei Yu-ching
Nominated by: Information Technology (IT) (24) from Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
Why: Nanjing was once the capital of the Republic of China. China once had infinite possibilities, even democracy and freedom, openness in thought, hundred schools of thought contending. China should have gone towards a better and freer world, but because the Communist Party seized power, from the moment they captured Nanjing, that spark was extinguished.
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"Lima de Veras" by Chabuca Granda
Nominated by: Marketing (29) from Lima, Peru
Why: Because it talks about my hometown and highlights its historical qualities
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"Señorita" by Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello
Nominated by: Retailer (43) from Wenchi, Ghana
Why: I was in my hometown the first time I heard it being played. It reminds me of my late dad
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"ديدي" by Khaled
Nominated by: Freelance work (54) from Jijel, Algeria
Why: I used to listen to it a lot at the time while enjoying myself on the beaches of my city or its outskirts.
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"Ankara'da Aşık Olmak" by Zuhal Olcay
Nominated by: occupational safety specialist (33) from Ankara, Turkey
Why: it reminds me of Ankara. I think it describes Ankara beautifully.
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"Enséñame" by RBD, Anahí, Dulce María, Maite Perroni, Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, Alfonso Herrera
Nominated by: director (32) from Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico
Why: it is a song from the popular culture of my region because at the time it talked about love and friendship
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"Masherbtesh Men Nelha" by Sherine
Nominated by: full-time employee (34) from Cairo, Egypt
Why: "Masherbtesh Men Nelha", lyrics by the poet Nour Abdallah, composed by Amr Mostafa, arranged by Nader Hamdy, directed by Ahmed El Mahdy, and produced by the television.
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"Έλα Να Πάμε Σ’ Ένα Μέρος" by Notis Thalassinos
Nominated by: Security analyst (45) from Parikia, Greece
Why: The rhythm is traditional. It reminds me of the tradition of my homeland which we must preserve.
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"Rein raus" by Rammstein
Nominated by: Controller (32) from Les Sables-d'Olonne, France
Why: I love this music because it reminds me of my entire childhood, as it was with this music that I met my first friends.
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"موطني" by مراد السويطي
Nominated by: Employee in the public sector (24) from Kafr El-Shaikh Selim, Tanta, Egypt
Why: Because it makes me feel like my city is my homeland and my life, and it reminds me of childhood memories.
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"La Muse perdue" by Tielle
Nominated by: retired (71) from Francescas, France
Why: my childhood from my parents and grandparents on the farm with my favorite animals
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"ДА, Я РУССКИЙ (ULTRA SLOWED PHONK Version)" by НАВЕРНОЕ ПОЭТ, ЯКОРЪ, EVEN CUTE, Ernest Merkel
Nominated by: Programming (17) from Volgograd, Russia
Why: Because this song is about Russia and is patriotic
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"ماتمنيتك" by Mohammed Abdu
Nominated by: other (23) from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Why: It shares a feeling of peace, happiness, respect, and constant appreciation for my city.
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"Yo Te Quiero" by Marc Anthony
Nominated by: GIS Specialist (39) from Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Why: I am filled with pride by that song, the lyrics and what it means as a Puerto Rican.
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"Vaida" by Henry Richie
Nominated by: teacher (20) from Kakamega, Kenya
Why: Talks about the beautiful girls in the town and their qualities
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"Bochum" by Herbert Grönemeyer
Nominated by: banker (27) from Bochum, Germany
Why: because it tells about this city exactly and the story
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"Which Way Nigeria" by Professor Onye Egwu
Nominated by: Business woman (32) from Ikeduru
Why: I love it.it reminds me to go home and see my loved ones ,the place they sang.. which way to go,I love my fatherland,I want to go...
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"Lembrança" by Patrizia Capizzi
Nominated by: Public service (29) from Uíge, Angola
Why: As the name says, it reminds me of the things we used to do like playing with friends, that is, the neighbors, etc.
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"Goma" by Albert Mangelsdorff, Wolfgang Dauner, Eddie Gómez, Elvin Jones
Nominated by: Civil Engineer (57) from Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Why: Beautiful music with a striking rhythm, captivating lyrics, a very beautiful melody
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"Good Morning Vietnam" by Shotgun Willy
Nominated by: Student (21) from Hanoi, Vietnam
Why: The ship was tossed about on the mighty waves; the whole family was seasick, except me. They took to their cabins and bunks. Alone, I entered the dining room that evening, to find it almost empty. I was the only diner at our long table. There were about five or six stewards assigned to the
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"Omwana" by Juliana Kanyomozi
Nominated by: Marketer (34) from Mbarara Municipality, Uganda
Why: I feel the girl child is valued and there is importance in society and it talks about culture and marriage.how a girl child is a blessing this is so because long time girls were not valued at all so it teaches the society to value all children equally
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"Machala" by Bridal Vibez
Nominated by: therapist (53) from Machala, Ecuador
Why: because it portrays the folklore and traditions of my village
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"Film out" by BTS
Nominated by: Dental school student (23) from Oran, Algeria
Why: Because it expresses my feelings, and it has a kind of emotion that gives you goosebumps, especially Jimin's voice.
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"Bel Bont El3areedh" by Hussain Aljassmi
Nominated by: Retired (62) from Cairo, Egypt
Why: There are no options available to choose an alternative song because I am a lover of old tunes and this song openly expresses his love.
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"Vienes y Te Vas" by William Luna
Nominated by: work in a dependent manner (31) from Cusco, Peru
Why: for being a very sentimental song and that goes well with the city of Cusco
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"คิดถึงบ้าน" by Mhai Muang
Nominated by: Senior Manager (53) from Chumphon, Muey Wadi District, Roi Et, Thailand
Why: The lyrics make one think of home, the melody and lyrics are pleasing, and it makes one long for home very much.
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"Dziwny jest ten świat - 1967" by Niemen
Nominated by: Retiree (75) from Bolesławiec, Poland
Why: A memory from childhood and a vision of another world that could be.
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"Imillitay" by Los Kjarkas
Nominated by: Teacher at an educational institution (29) from Popayán, Cauca, Colombia
Why: Because with these songs we can relax and sing, and also learn to compose lyrics for other music genres like techno cumbia.
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"Ата мекен" by Бек Борбиев
Nominated by: retired person (71) from Uralsk, Kazakhstan
Why: Not just one generation of our family has lived here; I hope the grandchildren won't leave their native city either.
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"Budapest" by George Ezra
Nominated by: PR manager (29) from Budapest, Hungary
Why: This song is actually about this city, that's why it reminds me of it.
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"Kein Lovesong" by Alex Connor
Nominated by: Engineer (41) from Hanover, Germany
Why: I think Hannover also has many weaknesses; I would not sing a love song for Hannover. However, I don't know the content of the song.
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"وطني الحبيب" by بدر السلمي
Nominated by: File Writer (48) from Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Why: My country, I adore your soil. My country, I am all for you. My country, you are my father and my mother. My country, you are my blood and my concern. My country, I adore you and would die for your soil.
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"Just Lose It" by Eminem
Nominated by: Manager (37) from Voi, Kenya
Why: I love it because of its meaning. You can let go and find happiness at any time no matter what you're going through.
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