The Birds and the Beats

Spring Playlist

Mr. Bluebird’s on your shoulder. He’s going to have to make some room for the boom box.

“First Sight,” by These United States
(When eyeballs fall in love.)

“This Is How We Kiss,” by Throw Me the Statue
(Registration now open for smooch 101.)

“Time to Pretend,” by MGMT
(The clock’s ticking.)

“I Won’t Lie to You,” by Let’s Wrestle
(Honesty is the best policy.)

“Long-forgotten Fairy Tale,” by The Magnetic Fields
(Poppies tend to have that effect.)

“The Underdog,” by Spoon
(I’d like my underdog with mustard, please.)

“Fernando Pando,” by The Virgins
(Why wait for prom?)

“You! Me! Dancing!,” by Los Campesinos
(Whoa! nice! moves!)

“Mr. Blue Sky,” by Lily Allen
(Is there a Mrs. Blue Sky?)

“Let Me Turn You On,” by Biz Markie
(You still got it, Biz.)

“Paper Planes,” by M.I.A.
(Dig your flight pattern.)

“Final Day,” by Young Marble Giants
(But it’s only just begun!)