Whistle While You Work: 11 Songs to Get Your Creative Juices Going

In my family Saturday mornings are made for cleaning. My mother would wake us up to the sounds of her record player (there's nothing like vinyl) and we knew it was time to get moving. Not only did I acquire a diverse taste in music, I also love having music playing in the background whenever I have a big project I'm working on. I started out making mix tapes, then mix Cds, then playlists or customized stations on Pandora. Whatever your music tastes, having a great soundtrack to get your creative juices flowing is priceless. Here are some of my suggestions to kick start your playlist.




1. Eye of the Tiger - Survivor
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past, you must fight to keep them alive

2. Stronger - Kanye West
Work it harder, make it better


3. Diamonds - Rihanna 
Shine bright like a diamond

4.Can't Knock the Hustle - Jay - Z
Baby one day you'll be a star

5. Triumphant - Mariah Carey
Reach for the stars, be all that you are

6. New Day - Alicia Keys
Celebrate and say...

7. Off the Wall - Michael Jackson
When the world is on your shoulder, gotta straighten up your act and boogie down

8. Tightrope - Janelle Monae
I can't complain about it, I gotta keep my balance, and just keep dancin' on it. 

9. Good Life -OneRepublic
This has gotta be a good life

10. Feeling Good - Nina Simone
Stars when you shine, you know how I feel


11. Work That - Mary J. Blige
Don't sweat girl, be yourself

What songs do you listen to when you need to get to work?