Pucker up! Whether you're smooching a new fling or a longtime love [1], what better way to set the mood than with the perfect lip-smacking playlist? With some suggestions from our readers (along with some personal favorites), we've put together a mix you can listen to as you get ready for a flirty night out or play during a romantic night in. I present your ultimate steamy list of songs — both old and new — to make out to.
— Additional reporting by Sabrina Park
"Paradise Circus" by Massive Attack
"Oh! Sweet Nuthin'" by The Velvet Underground
"Sweet Jane” by Cowboy Junkies
"Strange and Beautiful" by Aqualung
"Sweet Pain" by Cree Summer
"Wicked Game" by Chris Isaak
"Sexual Healing" by Marvin Gaye
"Untitled (How Does It Feel)" by D'Angelo
"Glory Box" by Portishead
"Bloodstream" by Stateless
"Tunnel Vision" by Justin Timberlake
"Fade Into You" by Mazzy Star
"Ego Free Sex Free" by Autre Ne Veut
"Linger" by The Cranberries
"Hoppipolla" by Sigur Rós
"Stay With You" by John Legend
"Paper Doll" by John Mayer
"Everlasting Light" by The Black Keys
"Video Games" by Lana Del Rey
"Sideways" by Citizen Cope
"Simple Man" by Lynyrd Skynyrd
"Feelings" by Deante' Hitchcock feat. H.E.R.
"Goodnight Lovers” by Depeche Mode
"The Beautiful Ones" by Prince
"Luxurious" by Gwen Stefani
"Choosey Lover" by Aaliyah
"Sweet Thing" by Rufus feat. Chaka Khan
"Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want" by The Smiths
"Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space" by Spiritualized
"Giving Up the Fight" by Eleni Mandell
"Crash Into Me" by Dave Matthews Band
"Into Your Eyes" by Peter Gabriel
"Sky Walker" by Miguel feat. Travis Scott
"Red Light Special" by TLC
"Crazy Love" by Van Morrison
"That's the Way Love Goes" by Janet Jackson
"Breathe on Me" by Britney Spears
"Burning Desire" by Lana Del Rey
