There’s nothing like a sad song to get your emotional juices flowing, and occasionally, a depressing tune can have the opposite effect. When we're feeling down, there’s one thing we can always turn to, and that’s music. With the help of REO Speedwagon, we’ve put together a list of songs that will actually make you feel better. Are you having fun yet?

 

1. “Keep on Loving You” released in 1980

The lyrics: "You should've seen by the look in my eyes, baby, there was somethin' missin'. You should've known by the tone of my voice, maybe, but you didn't listen." The lowdown: The main character is a skeptic that needs convincing. How could you not believe that REO really loves you? While you're driving to work belting out the chorus, you've already forgotten how the song started out. You're not looking very depressed anymore are you? [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJzNZ1c5C9c[/embed]  

2. "Take it On the Run" released in 1981

The lyrics: "Heard it from a friend who, heard it from a friend who, heard it from another you been messin' around. They say you got a boyfriend, you're out late every weekend." The lowdown: What can we learn from this situation? You are the master of your own domain, and you decide what you want in your life. This song gives us the strength we need to make that final decision. Plus, the chorus is so catchy, it's hard to be in a bad mood when it comes on blaring. This is a breakup song that will end your breakup blues. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcKFtyy1FPM[/embed]  

3. “Can’t Fight This Feeling” released in 1984

The lyrics: "And even as I wander I'm keeping you in sight. You're a candle in the window on a cold dark winter's night, and I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might" The lowdown: The dreaded friend zone. We’ve all been there, REO is no exception. Falling in love with your best friend is tough. So many doubts and "what ifs" that stop you from making a grand declaration of love. If you “don’t have the strength to show it,” letting your passion thunder with this perfectly poppy song will give you confidence. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpOULjyy-n8[/embed]

4. "Time For Me To Fly" released in 1978

The lyrics: "I've had enough of the falseness of a worn our relationship. Enough of the jealousy and the in toleration. I make you laugh and you make me cry, I believe it's time for me to fly." The lowdown: Although this is a breakup song, you can't help but singing along to the smooth melody and meaningful lyrics. Let out those tears and crack a smile because you deserve better and you know it. You will be okay. In fact, you will be so great that you will feel like you can fly. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6pqkS1UJvY[/embed]  

5. "In My Dreams" released in 1987

The lyrics: "We climb and climb and at the top we fly. Let the world go on below us, we are lost in time and I don't know really what it means. All I know is that you love me, in my dreams." The lowdown: This song may be about unrequited love, but by the chorus, we’re happily in engrossed in a dreamland that REO Speedwagon has created for us. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8MlK_bsW8U [/embed]  

6. "In Your Letter" released in 1980

The lyrics: "In your letter you said you didn't love me. You said you're could've said it better. Oh in your letter, you said you couldn't face me. You said you could replace me but you could've said it better." The lowdown: If “In Your Letter” were written today, the title would be “In Your Text Message.” This REO Speedwagon breakup song is for those with the guts to confront your past partner. No one will bring us down, even if they left us via letter, or text message. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUvUXkIqWOM [/embed]

7. "That Ain't Love" released in 1987

The lyrics: "That ain't love, I believe you've got the wrong emotion. That ain't love, at least it doesn't feel like love to me. As long as I say what you wanna hear. Do what you wanna do, be who you want me to be. You think that's love, well baby that ain't love to me." The lowdown: If you left someone who tried to change who you are as a person, blast this REO Speedwagon song. This upbeat song will have you singing out loud in confidence knowing you made the right decision. Go on with your bad self! [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfSHzD21Oz4 [/embed]  

8. "I Don't Want to Lose You" released in 1988

The lyrics: "I don't want to lose you. I don't want to lose the best love that I've ever found. Don't want to lose you. Why didn't I cry when you said goodbye. Why didn't I break down, break down and say I don't want to lose you." The lowdown: Sometimes we don’t know what we have until it's gone, and it definitely happened to REO Speedwagon. REO Speedwagon “didn’t cry when you said goodbye,” but leave it to them to make it right by writing the perfect song. Play this loud to get over the one you lost. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU10fRzUidQ [/embed]  

9. "Say You Love Me or Say Goodnight" released in 1978

The lyrics: "There's no use to hangin' on a memory, no good livin' a lie. I got no use for mediocrity. You know tonight's the night either do it or die." The lowdown: Make things right before going to sleep, and you'll feel better in the morning. There’s no reason to continue the fight during the morning. Trust in REO Speedwagon, say you love them or say goodnight, for your own sake! [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CI2dwvC6iqY [/embed]

10. "Back On The Road Again" released in 1979

The lyrics: "And maybe I'll see you next time I'm around. Until then I hope you're happy, baby and good times come your way. I'm back on the road again. I'm on my way" The lowdown: This is the perfect song to blast when you're walking out the door. REO Speedwagon has created the right mix of guitar cords and catchy lyrics, so much so that you'll forget why you're even leaving that no good S.O.B. What was their name again? That's right. [embed width="300" height="169"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dva8aVJH8uE[/embed]