A new year can often bring nostalgia as we look back on how far we have come. While we might not be able to recapture the magic of full glam makeup routines, unicorn Frappuccinos and Pokémon GO, that doesn’t mean we can’t dust off our old playlists from 2016. Here are a few songs to start your year off strong.

“Closer (ft. Halsey)” by The Chainsmokers

Perhaps one of the most prolific songs of 2016, with it retaining its spot at number one on the Billboard charts for 12 weeks. The catchy lyrics made this song a staple on every radio station and playlist. With the success of this song propelling The Chainsmokers into being a household name, playing this song might just set you on the right foot this semester.

“One Dance (ft. Wizkid and Kyla) ” by Drake

Before he was beefing with Kendrick Lamar, Drake was making songs of the summer, with one of his most notable hits of the year being “One Dance.” As we all bundle up on our way to class, there is no better way to keep warm than to blast the sounds of the summer.

“Trap Queen” by Fetty Wap

Finishing fourth on 2015’s Billboard Hot 100, “Trap Queen” perfectly encapsulates an era and there is a clear reason it has been his most requested song since Fetty Wap’s recent release from prison. This song is always a hit, from a weekend party to late-night studying.

“Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash

Some might remember this song from the first season of Netflix’s hit series “Stranger Things.” This record-breaking show debuted in 2016 and, no matter how controversial the ending, captured a global audience for nearly a decade. As debates continue about secret episodes and hidden messages, take a moment to remember the moment it all began.

“Sorry” by Justin Bieber

In a time when Canadian artists dominated the charts, Justin Bieber was front and center with the top two songs on the Billboard Hot 100. “Sorry” was inescapable in the best way as “Bieber Fever” remained in full force. You simply can’t reminisce on 2016 without this break-up anthem.

“Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots

Twenty One Pilots’ breakout album “Blurryface” was everywhere, and “Stressed Out” was no exception. A song all about the woes of growing up might feel entirely relevant or wonderfully hilarious as we remember how young we were when the song was released.

“Formation” by Beyoncé

This iconic music video dropped a day before her Super Bowl halftime performance for hundreds of thousands of screens across the country, cementing its place in pop culture history. Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” was the top-selling album globally in 2016, and even without the Grammy win, was met with a litany of praises from fans and critics alike.

“Dangerous Woman” by Ariana Grande

Before she was an Oscar-nominated actress, Grande was a defining pop star of the era with her certified platinum album “Dangerous Woman.” The femme fatale imagery and classic Grande vocals make it the perfect addition to a going-out playlist.

“Work (ft. Drake)” by Rihanna

Despite not releasing an album in 10 years, Rihanna has remained on our minds and our streaming platforms. Her live performances of the era were iconic, and the album was full of enough hit songs to hold over fans for a decade.

“Lush Life” by Zara Larsson

As the reigning queen of the endless summer, Zara Larsson has been making hits for years. “Lush Life” tells us exactly how we should be living our lives. So, whether or not you want to bring back 2016, you should “live [your] day as if it was the last.”