For That Slow, Golden-Hour Vibe
When the fire’s glowing, the drinks are flowing and life feels cinematic.
Runner-up:
“Ophelia” – The Lumineers
Ultimate: "Free Fallin'" – Tom Petty
For Singing Loud Enough to Scare Off Bears
It’s not about pitch, it’s about passion. Group vocals highly encouraged.
Runner-up: “Wagon Wheel” – Darius Rucker
Ultimate: “Livin’ on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi
For Stargazing and Soul Searching
You, a blanket and the entire galaxy having a moment.
Runner-up: “Space Oddity” – David Bowie
Ultimate: “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver
For Channeling Your Inner 90s Camp Counselor
Sunburnt noses, braided friendship bracelets and a little acoustic angst.
Runner-up: “No Rain” – Blind Melon
Ultimate: “Bitch” – Meredith Brooks
For Full-Volume Campfire Singalongs
Songs everyone somehow knows by heart (or at least thinks they do).
Runner-up: “Folsom Prison Blues” – Johnny Cash
Ultimate: “Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond
Runner-up: “Folsom Prison Blues” – Johnny Cash
Ultimate: “Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond
For Dancing Around the Fire Like No One’s Watching
Technically the forest is watching, but it’s rooting for you. Bonus points for interpretive flashlight dancing and dramatic marshmallow toasting.
Runner-up:
“Texas Hold ’Em” – Beyoncé
Ultimate:
“Shut Up and Dance” – WALK THE MOON
For That Slightly Spooky “What Was That Sound?” Mood
Because every campsite has one friend who insists on ghost stories.
Runner-up: “I Put a Spell on You” – Screamin’ Jay Hawkins
Ultimate: “Thriller” – Michael Jackson
For the Morning Coffee Moment
Still in your sleeping bag. Someone’s boiling water. Life is good.
Runner-up: “Here Comes the Sun” – The Beatles
Ultimate: “Easy (Like Sunday Morning)” – Faith No More
For the Drive Home When You’re Dirty, Happy and Slightly Hungover
Windows down. Snack wrappers everywhere. Soul full.
Runner-up: “Fast Car” – Tracy Chapman
Ultimate: “Circles” – Post Malone