“Bear With Me” – A Vinyl Playlist for November 16

Let’s spin a whimsical vinyl-inspired playlist that captures the spirit of Have a Party with Your Bear Day—a celebration of childlike joy, cozy nostalgia, and playful companionship. Think teddy bear picnics, candlelit dens, and tunes that blend innocence with groove.

🎠 Side A – Whimsy & Wonder

1. “Teddy Bear” – Elvis Presley (1957)
   Rockabilly charm with a wink—perfect for opening the party.
2. “The Teddy Bears’ Picnic” – Henry Hall & His Orchestra (1932)
   A vintage classic that sets the woodland tea-party mood.
3. “Puff, the Magic Dragon” – Peter, Paul and Mary (1963)
   Gentle storytelling for plush companions and daydreamers.
4. “Octopus’s Garden” – The Beatles (1969)
   Underwater whimsy with Ringo’s childlike vocals—imagine bears in snorkels!
5. “Rainbow Connection” – Kermit the Frog (1979)
   Tender and hopeful, like a bear’s lullaby under fairy lights.

🪩 Side B – Groove & Giggles

1. “I Want You Back” – The Jackson 5 (1969)
   Bouncy energy for bear boogie breaks.
2. “ABC” – The Jackson 5 (1970)
   Simple, catchy, and perfect for dancing with paws in the air.
3. “Happy” – Pharrell Williams (2013)
   Modern joy with a beat that gets bears bouncing.
4. “Walking on Sunshine” – Katrina and the Waves (1983)
   Sunlit picnic vibes with tambourines and honey jars.
5. “Celebration” – Kool & The Gang (1980)
   Because every bear deserves a proper party anthem.

🕯️ Bonus Track (Hidden Groove)

• “Moon River” – Audrey Hepburn (Breakfast at Tiffany’s) (1961)
  For the quiet moment when the bears fall asleep, and the record softly spins.