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The Typical Broad’s Awesome Mix Vol. 1

The Typical Broad’s Awesome Mix Vol. 1

Guess what comes out on Blu-ray and DVD tomorrow? Only my FAVORITE Marvel movie to date: Guardians of the Galaxy!

How excited am I? Right now I’m so pumped that  I’m dancing like a Baby Groot.

DancingBabyGroot

After watching Guardians of the Galaxy in the theaters this summer, I was inspired to create an “Awesome Mix” like the main character Peter Quill (aka Star-Lord), and I thought I would share it with you. Not only will these jams give you a dose of sunshine and rainbows, they’re also great to work out to!

Star-Lord

Peter’s Awesome Mix Vol. 1 often inspires him to dance, even during the most inopportune moments (which he usually turns into an opportunity to distract his enemies). I based my Awesome Mix on songs that would make me dance even if my enemies were pointing a weapon at me.

1. Love Train – The O’Jays

This song just makes me want to give the world a big old hug.

2.  Marry You – Bruno Mars

http://youtu.be/gYh9DCN8ads

“Marry You” brings me so much joy. And the above video is the most adorable wedding proposal EVER. Watch it and try not to cry. *sniff*

3. Do You Believe in Magic – The Lovin’ Spoonful

Whenever I hear this song, a montage from my childhood plays in my head. It just fun, and for whatever reason, it reminds me of being a careless kid.

4. She’s A Lady – Tom Jones

http://youtu.be/TMXehqqR8J8

My Mum told me girls used to throw their panties at THIS DUDE when was performing on stage. For reals. Oh, the 70s.

5. The Warrior – Scandal

My favorite part of this song is when she sings, “Bang, Bang” and I get to make hand guns shooting off into the distance. In other news, how weird is this video?

6. Living in America – James Brown

Because Rocky IV. That’s why. ‘Merica.

7. Right Now – Van Halen

This song makes me feel like I can kick the world’s ass. I forgot how much I love this video.

8. Gangnam Style – Psy

My goal in life is to be the kid dancing at the beginning of this video. That kid is awesome.

9. La Copa de la Vida – Ricky Martin

From the time when Ricky Martin wasn’t gay, but he TOTALLY was.

10. He’s a Rebel – The Crystals

The reason I have an affinity for this song is because it was on my Mum’s old “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” VHS with Richard Simmons. Yeah, we did that. It was awesome.

11. I Can’t Get Next To You – The Temptations

This song makes me feel like I can accomplish anything! Except get next to you. But that’s okay. I don’t want to be next to you, because I’m awkward.

12. Get Ready – Rare Earth

There are many versions of this song and this is by far my favorite. Check out this dude killing it on the drums and vocals simultaneously!

13. Good Vibrations – Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch

http://youtu.be/-eSN8Cwit_s

This is one of my favorite songs of all time. Fun fact: Donnie Wahlberg wrote this song for his kid brother, Mark. When their mother Alma first read the lyrics, she knew it would be a #1 hit. True story. I learned it on Wahlburgers.

13. I’m Still Standing – Elton John

Elton John has to be one of my favorite people. I have so much respect for him for overcoming depression and addiction and helping many others do the same. He is also an amazing artist, and this song lifts me up whenever I’m down!

Stay tuned for the Typical Broad’s Awesome Mix Vol. 2 next week!