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🧠 Vinyl Playlist: “Think Before You Spin"

Here’s a vinyl-style playlist that celebrates Use Your Common Sense Day—a cheeky tribute to clarity, wit, and the occasional facepalm 🤦♂️. This mix blends clever lyrics, satirical storytelling, and practical wisdom with a wink, perfect for spinning while you sip tea and shake your head at life’s little absurdities.

Here’s a vinyl-style playlist that celebrates Use Your Common Sense Day—a cheeky tribute to clarity, wit, and the occasional facepalm 🤦♂️. This mix blends clever lyrics, satirical storytelling, and practical wisdom with a wink, perfect for spinning while you sip tea and shake your head at life’s little absurdities.


🧠 Vinyl Playlist: “Think Before You Spin”

Track Artist Mood Notes
"Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey" The Beatles Playful A chaotic groove that pokes fun at overthinking.
"Once in a Lifetime" Talking Heads Existential “How did I get here?”—a classic anthem of waking up to reality.
"Common People" Pulp Satirical A sharp critique of class and cluelessness.
"You’re So Vain" Carly Simon Witty A masterclass in lyrical shade and self-awareness.
"Don’t Be Stupid (You Know I Love You)" Shania Twain Lighthearted A country-pop reminder to not overcomplicate things.
"Obvious Child" Paul Simon Reflective A poetic take on growing up and facing facts.
"Ironic" Alanis Morissette Sardonic A tongue-in-cheek look at life’s contradictions.
"Stuck in the Middle with You" Stealers Wheel Quirky “Clowns to the left of me…”—a perfect soundtrack for confusion.
"Handle With Care" Traveling Wilburys Practical A gentle reminder to treat life (and people) with care.
"The Logical Song" Supertramp Thoughtful A synth-laced lament on losing common sense in adulthood.

💿 Vinyl Flow Suggestions

  • Side A: Satire & storytelling (Pulp, Talking Heads, Carly Simon)
  • Side B: Practical wisdom & reflection (Supertramp, Paul Simon, Wilburys)


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