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Fall at Harvard is unlike any other. On one hand, beautiful fall foliage transforms this place into the aesthetically pleasing New England college campus you see in movies. On the other hand, we experience an endless midterm season (that will only get harder from here…), an endless Sidechat debate about finals clubs, and an endless series of 4:30 p.m. sunsets. Whether you decide to romanticize the season or revel in autumnal melancholy, Flyby presents to you a perfectly curated playlist for this rollercoaster of a Harvard fall.

The Classic Fall Soundtrack

First up, the signature autumn classics. Put on your best fall outfit, find some wired headphones (for the aesthetic), and live out your Gilmore Girls fantasy (in a better universe, where Rory chooses Harvard, of course). Pretend you’re the protagonist in a romantic comedy. Take the T and feel the rush of crossing the Charles River into the big city. You’re the main character — and the possibilities are endless.

- Dreams by The Cranberries
- There She Goes by The La’s
- Kiss Me by Sixpence None The Richer
- Built This Way (Slow Remix) by Samantha Ronson
- Sweet Marie by The Walters
- Her by The American Dawn
- Don’t Dream It’s Over by Crowded House
- Eyes Without A Face by Billy Idol
- Linger by The Cranberries
- Fade Into You by Mazzy Star
- Duvet by bôa
- Wicked Game by Chris Isaak
- Rosyln by Bon Iver and St. Vincent
- All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (From The Vault) by Taylor Swift
- we fell in love in october by girl in red

The Not-So-Rom-Com Moments

Hopeless romantic with no one to do cute Halloween couple costumes with? Heartbroken victim of a debilitating situationship? These next songs are for you. Find a bench by the Charles River, sit (and imagine someone next to you), cry (because there’s no one next to you), and yearn your heart out. Double legacy isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay.

- Come Back…Be Here (Taylor’s Version) by Taylor Swift
- Sofia by Clairo
- (You) On My Arm by Leith Ross
- Steeeam by Shelly
- Heart to Heart by Mac DeMarco
- My Love All My Mine by Mitski
- Krystal by Matt Maltese
- Flower of Blood by Big Thief
- Savior Complex by Phoebe Bridgers
- Sad Beautiful Tragic (Taylor’s Version) by Taylor Swift
- Will I See You Again? by Thee Sacred Souls
- Meet Me in the Hallway by Harry Styles
- And I Love You So by Don McLean
- It Ain’t Me Babe by Joan Baez
- Lover, You Should’ve Come Over by Jeff Buckley

For Chronic Thinkers

Love might not be everyone’s source of inner turmoil – but there is always something to ponder about. Your loved ones back home… Your future plans (and how everyone won’t stop asking you about them).... Your nostalgic memories… Your PSET due Friday night… These songs are perfect for thinking, pondering, reflecting, contemplating – you name it – whether you’re on a mindless walk or imprisoned in Lamont during academic victim hours (emotions intensified on the third floor near any window).

- Back to the Old House by The Smiths
- Cannock Chase by Labi Siffre
- Matilda by Harry Styles
- Juliet by Cavetown
- Augusta by Gracie Abrams
- this is me trying by Taylor Swift
- Can’t Catch Me Now by Olivia Rodrigo
- Somewhere Only We Know by Keane
- What Once Was by Her’s
- 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins
- Simulation Swarm by Big Thief
- anything by Adrianne Lenker
- All I Wanna Do by The Beach Boys
- I think about it all the time by Charli xcx and Bon Iver
- Julia by SZA

When Things Start to *Fall* Into Place

Not every autumnal moment needs to be depressing. Maybe you saw a pretty tree with its vibrant colors shining through the light. Maybe you (finally) finished your last midterm. Maybe you went on a solo date or fun adventure with friends. Maybe you went on an actual date, and you’re one of the fortunate Harvard students in love. These final songs are for those precious moments when things somehow don’t feel overwhelming – and you want to savor every moment of a Harvard fall.

- Just like Heaven by The Cure
- Apple Cider by beabadoobee
- Love You For A Long Time by Maggie Rogers
- You’re Still The One by Shania Twain
- So Easy (To Fall In Love) by Olivia Dean
- Margaret by Lana Del Rey and Bleachers
- About You by The 1975
- Don’t Know Why by Norah Jones
- Sweet Carolina by Lana Del Rey
- Banana Pancakes by Jack Johnson
- The Boy by The Smashing Pumpkins
- Lamb by Coco & Clair Clair and Porches
- Meet Me At Our Spot - Live by THE ANXIETY, WILLOW, and Tyler Cole
- Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae
- Perfect Day by Hoku

Just as there are many shades of autumnal colors, there are many ways to experience a Harvard fall. The best way to spend it? Listening to this meticulously curated playlist on Spotify – and telling everyone Flyby put you on.

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