Now that shopping week is over and the semester is in full swing, bloodshot eyes, large mugs of coffee, and crowds at Lamont in the wee hours of the morning are an everyday occurrence. We've made a list of the songs that will get you out of bed in the morning, to your 9 a.m. section, and through a long problem set.

The Wake-Up:

Arguably the most important music of your day. These songs will give you the strength to potentially make it to breakfast—let’s be real though, it’s a struggle getting to the first meal of the day.

“Roar” by Katy Perry

If this doesn’t empower you, we don’t know what will. Within 45 seconds you’ll feel capable of running a marathon, and you might even have the inspiration to finally head to the MAC. Grab your hairbrush and rock out while you get ready for class. You’ll be in a good mood all day.

“Wake Me Up” by Avicii

When you feel really helpless—at your darkest hour, when the idea of getting out of bed is worse than the impending doom of your math p-set—turn to this song. It’s basically song-ception. You’ve got a country song with pretty decent lyrics that transforms into an EDM party song. It will give you that extra needed push.

“Ways to Go” by Grouplove

“[I got a little bit longer] / I got a ways to go,” Grouplove sings. Losing track of days? So are we. Your awkward, hipster dance moves will surface under the covers as you snap your fingers along to the beat.

The Walk to Class:

This day feels like it’s going to last forever. Pump yourself up while sipping your fourth cup of coffee as you pass tourists on your way to Sever.

“Pompeii” by Bastille

This song is all about picking yourself up off the floor after a rough day.  What would you do if Mt. Vesuvius erupted in the middle of your midday nap? Bastille gets it: “How am I gonna be an optimist about this?” Try to move past the little failures.

“Counting Stars” by OneRepublic

“Lately I been, I been losing sleep,” sings OneRepublic; we can all relate to that. As you tap your foot along to the catchy beat, you’ll be daydreaming about the endless possibilities of life at Harvard.