9 Songs For the 20-Somethings Who Are Living, Loving, and Learning Their Way Into Adulthood
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Your 20s can be a pretty weird stage in your life. You've technically entered adulthood, but you still don't feel all that prepared to deal with the realities of growing up (job hunting, paying bills, filing taxes — such concepts!). And your love life? That tends to become more complex, too. But the wonderful thing about being a 20-something-year-old is that you have so much room to make mistakes, learn from them, and figure out who you are. It's a nebulous phase in which many of your decisions somehow feel both life-changing and inconsequential. So, yes, it can be a difficult time in your life, but it can also be the most fun. To celebrate this beautifully complicated stage, check out some of the best songs about being in your 20s!
"20 Something" by SZA
In this track, SZA opens up about her hopes and fears for her 20s. She worries that she doesn't have her life together but prays that everything will be OK.
"Twenty One" by Khalid
Khalid reflects on the anxieties of turning 21 and watching those around him deal with the same concerns about growing up and experiencing heartbreak. But he offers some assurance, singing, "You gotta hold on tight."
"Pushing 20" by Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter is turning 20 in less than a month, and she sees it as a sort of new beginning. In "Pushing 20," the singer talks about getting older, wiser, and less willing to put up with other people's BS. I know the feeling, girl.
"Schoolin' Life" by Beyoncé
Beyoncé reminds the 20-somethings that time moves fast, so it's important to relish in the moment and enjoy every single second of life.
"22" by Taylor Swift
In "22," Taylor Swift highlights the fun, carefree aspect of being in your early 20s and created perhaps one of the most popular Instagram captions 22-year-olds used for their birthday posts. (We all know at least one person who shared a picture of themselves holding golden foil balloons and writing, "I don't know about you, but I'm feeling 22! #SorryIHadTo")
"What's My Age Again?" by Blink-182
Growing up isn't easy, nor is it always fun. Blink-182 understands that. This rock tune describes the hardships of maturing and letting go of childish antics.
"Not Nineteen Forever" by The Courteeners
The title says it all. Once you turn 20, it's time to become a bit more serious about your life and future and recognize that your teen years are officially over.
"Twenty-Somethings" by Judah & the Lion
Honestly, you just need to read these first few lines of the song: "We don't know where we're going / But we're on the run / We don't know where the road ends / But we're having fun / Running scared, running free / Full of life got no money / Yeah that's us, Twenty-somethings." If that doesn't describe your 20s, I don't know what does.
"21 and Invincible" by Something Corporate
As Something Corporate emphasizes in "21 and Invincible," one of the most important things any 20-something can do is savor their youth and have as much fun as possible.