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The graphic reads “Fall Favorites” to introduce the assortment of songs picked this month.

With a pumpkin chai latte in hand and cooler weather on the way, September marked the beginning of fall kicking into full swing.

With fall comes crunchy leaves, chunky knit sweaters, pumpkin-flavored everything and a large assortment of songs with autumnal vibes listened to by staff and students alike. After a series of various random inquiries to school members, take a look at the first in a series of monthly-themed playlists to accompany the school day, escort a fall escapade with friends or give you a chance to remember your September as you dive deeper into fall.

1. “​​There Is a Light That Never Goes Out” by The Smiths

Originally released Oct. 1992, Nicole Bishop ‘26 picked this song as it generally makes her think of fall. “This is kind of silly, but ‘There Is A Light That Never Goes Out’ by The Smiths, because it has always been a song that I’ve liked during the fall so it just reminds me of it,” Bishop said.

2. “Apple Cider” by beabadoobee

Alyssa Lieou McCall ‘26 picked beabadoobee’s track off the artist’s third EP, “Loveworm,” as a song that fits with her favorite fall activity. “Definitely ‘Apple Cider’ by Beabadoobee, because just imagine picking pumpkins and drinking apple cider while listening to that song, like, duh,” Lieou McCall said.

3. “Buddy Holly” by Weezer

Sean Gaffney ‘25 chose Weezer’s third-most streamed song because it reminds him of his favorite fall memory. “‘Buddy Holly’ by Weezer [reminds me of fall] because me and my friend went to the Weezer concert a couple [of] weeks ago, and it was a strong start to fall,” Gaffney said.

4. “Summer’s Over Interlude” by Drake and Majid Jordan

Drake’s interlude off of his fourth studio album was picked by Michelle Lee ‘27 as a song that encapsulates the vibes of a fall day. “I picked ‘Summer’s Over Interlude’ by Drake because the lyrics really make me think of fall starting,” Lee said.

5. “Nothing New (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault)” by Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers

Brikelle Paxton ‘25 picked a vault track from Taylor Swift’s re-released album “Red (Taylor’s Version)” as a song that reminds her of her favorite fall treat. “The song ‘Nothing New’ by Taylor Swift reminds me of warm apple cider, because it’s very cozy, nostalgic and warm, and it’s very slow-paced and relaxing,” Paxton said.

While these are only five songs picked by some of many students, here are five more gathered from students and staff as an extra addition to this month’s playlist.

6. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson

Picked by Luke Meredith ‘24.

7. “Sentimental Lady” by Fleetwood Mac

Picked by Security Specialist Mark Manon.

8. “Sunsetz” by Cigarettes After Sex

Picked by Hana Lee ‘25.

9. “Blue Light” by Mazzy Star

Picked by Alisha Rodrigues ‘26.

10. “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire

Picked by French teacher Dana Moore.

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