Each week, we run a global survey asking for a songs that represent hometowns.
This playlist contains 18 songs curated by people from around the world.
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"Кыыс Амма" by Валерий Ноев
Nominated by: Merchandiser (20) from Yakutsk, Russia
Why: "Kyys Amma" resonates because they convey not only words but the spirit of the native place. It's like a musical map of the soul of your region. The connection becomes strong through the images hidden in the song. For example, if rivers, forests, and endless horizons are described there— all this reminds you of the places where you grew up, where every sunset and sunrise was part of your life. Your native nature, traditions, memories of family— that's what makes these songs so deeply personal. The melody also plays an important role. If it resonates with the rhythms of nature— the sound of the river, the rustle of leaves— it immediately takes you home. It's as if the music connects your heart to your homeland.
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"One Step Closer" by Linkin Park
Nominated by: Accountant (32) from Islamabad, Pakistan
Why: One Step Closer" by Linkin Park reminds me of my hometown, Islamabad, because it takes me back to my teenage years—riding through the quiet streets, hanging out with friends, and blasting music in the car.
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"小情歌（蘇打綠版）" by sodagreen
Nominated by: student (21) from Zhengzhou, Henan, China
Why: I like this small city, it has the people I like and unforgettable memories, especially from high school.
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"Nana Thula (feat. Njelic, Young Stunna, Nkosazana Daughter & Xolani Guitar)" by Kabza De Small, DJ Maphorisa, Njelic, Young Stunna, Nkosazana Daughter, Xolani Guitar
Nominated by: Tech Agent (25) from Tembisa, South Africa
Why: It reminds me of the hardships of the neighbourhood. It motivated me to succeed in life.
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"Carolina in My Mind" by James Taylor
Nominated by: IT Security Analyst (20) from Wilmington, NC, USA
Why: It's mellow, reflective, and feels like a love letter to North Carolina as a whole. Wilmington definitely fits into that mood — coastal breezes, familiar places, and a sense of belonging. It captures the emotional pull of the Carolina
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"Nem Pensar" by Kleiton & Kledir
Nominated by: self-employed (59) from Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
Why: Because it portrays the city and its customs, they are local musicians, they capture the daily life of Porto Alegre and make music.
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"Inchi yetu Kenya" by Lydia Mcharo
Nominated by: Auditor (55) from Nairobi, Kenya
Why: It gives me joy when l think about how beautiful my country is
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"Murder Most Foul" by Bob Dylan
Nominated by: farmer (32) from Cottonwood, AZ, USA
Why: this song is about my hometown and reminds me how we sing it word for word and brings memories from grandma of shen we are younger with no worries
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"Baharo Phool Barsao" by Mohammed Rafi, Hasrat Jaipuri
Nominated by: Data entry operator (30) from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India
Why: It reminds me of home, which makes me feel that someone is waiting for me
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"Tanah Air" by Gita Gutawa
Nominated by: full-time worker (36) from Jakarta, Indonesia
Why: Reminds me of my homeland that is controlled by villains
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"I'll Fly Away (Originally Performed by Alison Krauss and Gillian Welch) [Karaoke Version]" by Karaoke Backtrax Library
Nominated by: Retired (67) from Crossett, AR, USA
Why: My mom and my sister sang it often, they both played guitar and had beautiful voices.
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"大儿歌（电视剧《故乡，别来无恙》挥别曲）" by 任素汐, 张弛
Nominated by: Information Technology Manager (40) from Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
Why: The melody of this song is very appealing to me, it sounds very nice, and the lyrics are also very attractive to me. When I hear this song, I can't help but think of my hometown.
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"Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli" by Manna Dey
Nominated by: Manager (61) from New Delhi, Delhi, India
Why: It is the fittest song for y hometown. My hometown is really the "pyar ka sagar. Everyone loves each other. Everyone respect each other
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"Coco Jamboo" by Mr. President
Nominated by: سكرتيرة (38) from Manama, Bahrain
Why: It's remind me of my childhood, we were dancing and having fun together young and old
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"Ei Padma Ei Meghna" by Farida Parveen
Nominated by: Treader (26) from Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Why: Cause it is situated on the bank of padma river which is so beautiful and this song tells us beautiful and painful moments are exist in life but painful moments are washe
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"Gulabi" by Sachin-Jigar, Jigar Saraiya, Priya Saraiya, Jaideep Sahni
Nominated by: Assistant manager (23) from Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Why: Because my hometown is also called pinkcity and the architecture of the city is painted pink in colour
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"Merawi Az Man" by Ahmad Zahir
Nominated by: N/A(student (21) from Karachi, Pakistan
Why: the song is about partition, the hardships and sacrifices that people did for this country, it also mentions the current state now and how dissapointing it is to know that we our selves are responisble fr it.
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"Sweet Mother" by Prince Nico Mbarga & Rocafil Jazz International
Nominated by: Social worker (24) from Lagos, Nigeria
Why: It is a song about mothers and how they have impacted our lives
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