Songs that resonate with military carers:

The soundtrack of my life

Those that love music will tell you that often it is more than just background noise—it’s a reflection of all the little moments that make up our lives - particularly for military carers. From moments of triumph to times of heartbreak, the songs we like to listen to often serve as markers of our personal history.

Think about a song that instantly transports you back to a cherished memory. Perhaps it’s the anthem of your carefree youth, the power ballad that consoled you during a break-up, or the track that played during a pivotal moment in your life – like the first dance at your wedding.

These tunes don’t just entertain; they almost act as a narration of our journey.

 For those caring for a loved one, this connection can be even more profound. Music can become a tool to help process complex emotions—celebrating love, navigating change, or finding solace in shared struggles. Each lyric and note captures the untold stories, the glimmers of hope in darker moments or the happiness in the good times.

Our Members’ have helped us to create an uplifting playlist – and we think you’ll agree that there are some great ‘ear worms’ in there.

We’ve got songs that reflect resilience and sacrifice – think ‘Ashes’ by Celine Dion.

We’ve got tunes that emphasis loneliness and connection – think ‘Sit Down’ by James.

We’ve added tracks that celebrate love and dedication – think ‘Glow’ by Livingston.

We’ve got melodies that will help you through times of change – think ‘Wake up Everybody’ by Harold Marvin and the Blue Notes.

So if you’re trying to ‘shake it off’ like Taylor Swift or reminiscing about the ‘summer of ‘69’, have a listen to our playlist here.

Listen to our playlist at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Ckpw4Fc5YkPElY5a4ASkt?si=zTQ_a21vTNOOW7o7J0QnmQ