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BY: HANNAH WEST, CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Hickey Dining Hall is a crucial part of being a student at St. Bonaventure. Though it is one of the social hot spots on campus, everyone has something to say about the food and, more amusingly, the music. While I heard “Fein” by Travis Scott, the National Anthem, Kanye’s “Donda Chant” and even “What does the Fox Say” one too many times, there were also some sneaky good songs being played. I wrote down each time I heard a “banger” and ranked the top ten of this week.
10) “Bags” by Clairo
This is Clairo’s best song. Many of the artists on this list have larger platforms than Clairo, but nonetheless, this song is beautiful. Clairo is rising and should be an artist to look out for. Her album, “Charm” — released this summer—reached eighth on the Billboard charts.
9) “Party in the USA” by Miley Cyrus
It’s simple: this song rocks. Jam-packed with good vibes, it was truly the anthem of the early 2010s. It’s difficult to listen to this song and be in a bad mood. It rightfully earned its spot on this list.
8) “Low” by Flo Rida
I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t like this song. Played at countless high school dances, everyone likes “Apple bottom jeans and boots with the fur.” Though this song was played at eight in the morning, which is not the ideal time, it surprisingly set a lively tone for the day.
7) “She’s Always a Woman” by Billy Joel
The only reason this song did not rank higher is that it is not Joel’s best. However, this is a high bar to set. While this song has gorgeous lyrics and a transcendent delivery, it has songs like “Vienna” and “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me” pushing it to the background. In any case, “She’s Always a Woman” is a top-tier 70s song and a certified “banger.”
6) “3am” by Matchbox Twenty
“3am” is the perfect 90s “Dad Rock” song. Flushed with heartbreak, this song is truly iconic. It may be controversial for this song to be so high on the list, but it defines the “Dad Rock” era too heavily to be any lower.
5) “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira
There’s not much to say about this song other than it’s so much fun. With its infectious energy, this song is an excellent choice for the playlist. Despite being released in 2006, it has 1 billion streams. Many students were bobbing their heads to this song while enjoying their dinner.
4) “Ramble on” by Led Zeppelin
This gritty, late-60s anthem is a classic. When thinking of Led Zeppelin, many often go to “Stairway to Heaven.” However, this song is not far behind. It was a pleasant surprise when it was played in the dining hall.
3) “28” by Zach Bryan
Despite its recent release, this song quickly became one of Zach Bryan’s best. Bryan revealed that this song was written about his dog, which only makes it better. Its high ranking could be contentious, but in a few decades from now, it could be considered a country classic.
2) “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman
I got excited when this song came on during a casual Wednesday lunch because it wasn’t the Luke Combs version. While I think Combs is an incredible artist, his version of “Fast Car” does not compare to Tracy Chapman’s. This 80s hit lives on and was an easy pick for the number two spot.
1) “Silver Springs” by Fleetwood Mac
This song strolled its way to the number-one spot with little competition. Stevie Nicks performing this song with the man it is about — while he was on stage with her — is one of the most iconic music moments of all time. Whether this was requested by a student, or just in the queue, it was an impressive selection for the Hickey.
Questionable song choices often get played in the Hickey, such as “Sexy and I Know It” by LMFAO blaring at breakfast. However, as students, we can work together to suggest music we like. At the same time, requesting funny songs does add entertainment to any dining experience. Honestly, the music in the Hickey isn’t bad, but it can always improve.
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