Pride: Jesswar

“This playlist is the soundtrack to celebrating yourself in every single way,” Jesswar tells Apple Music about her handpicked Pride playlist. “It’s the music that gets you through the week and ready to sweat on dance floors during the weekend.” Sure, the Fijian Australian rapper’s own music—particularly her killer 2021 EP TROPIXX—is snarling, bass-heavy, club-ready hip-hop. But when it comes to music for self-care, unwinding, and spending time with friends and her girlfriend, the vibes are chill, bright and bouncy. “This is self-love, this playlist is for us,” she says. “It’s full of nostalgic gems that are reminiscent of the past and new bops that bring you back to the moment.” Explore the playlist here, and read on for more on her favourite picks. Tommy Genesis, “Miami” “I love this song. Every time I hear it, it reminds me of the ocean and cruising along the beachfront with my girlfriend. She’d shown it to me and now I play it every time we’re in the car. It’s got the best vibe, it can lift any mood.” Amindi & Kari Faux, “Love Em Leave Em” “Once again, it was my girlfriend who showed me this song and it’s a big vibe. It’s got an island feel to it and reminds me of summer. I’ve been playing this one almost every day now, and it never gets old.” Louis The Child & Ashe, “Right to It” “I’ve been playing this song every day, I absolutely love it. It’s in the same lane as the first two—reminds me of summer parties and spiced rum. This track will transport you to an island paradise, no matter what your climate is.”