"Nothing lifts the spirits like a good song. It's truly what music is meant to do. Sure, not all tunes are necessarily meant to put you in a better mood - some are meant to piss you off, or offer an empathetic voice in times of sorrow. What music really, truly does better than any other artistic medium, though, is act as a dose of serotonin for the soul. No matter what's going on in your life, hearing the right song at the right time can make everything feel better, at least for that moment. A happy song - one specifically written to put all pain on hold - can penetrate almost any funk. On this list of the best happy songs ever written, you'll find modern Top 40 bangers, joyful '60s and '70s soul jams, quirky rock tunes and mellow mood enhancers. There's even a few hits that, played at the wrong time, might be described as 'annoying.' But when you truly need a pick-me-up, all of these songs will instantly brighten your day. " - timeout.com
