25 Spotify Playlists That Are Actually Worth Listening To

If you’re a Spotify user, you know that one of the best things the service has to offer is a wealth of ready-made playlists across every genre, for every mood. The challenge, however, is finding the right ones for your taste — with so many options to choose from, it can take forever to find one that fits your taste. Whether you like country, rap, pop, or rock, these Spotify playlists have you covered. Bonus: Many of them are updated frequently, so you can keep discovering new music you love. 

From working out or focusing on work, to making dinner or throwing a dinner party, here are the best Spotify playlists for every occasion.

Whether you’re walking up the incline of a treadmill in your living room, taking a jog through the park, or lifting weights at the gym, these playlists will pump you up for a great workout.

You know that feeling when the perfect song comes on at the gym and you feel motivated to finish your workout? Multiply that by 50, and you get this playlist.

Artists included: Dua Lipa, Bad Bunny, Calvin Harris, Alesso 

Rap Caviar is the most popular rap playlist on Spotify, and for good reason — it’s updated weekly, so it’s always got the newest music.

Artists included: Kendrick Lamar, Sexyy Red, Flo Milli, Ice Spice, Drake

You might not have listened to many of these artists since you were a teen, but maybe it’s time to bring them back and rock out to some new additions, too. Sometimes some rock n’ roll is just what you need to sweat it out.

Artists included: Kings of Leon, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Incubus

Throw it back to your favorites from the ’80s with this playlist of all the top hits of the decade — perfect for rocking out while you work out, singing in the car, or knocking out chores.

Artists included: Cyndi Lauper, Queen, Iron Maiden, Madonna

If yoga is your workout of choice, you may want something with a lower BPM. Soundtrack the most relaxing flow with this Spotify playlist. 

Artists included: Rosie Carney, Angus & Julia Stone, Passenger, Hozier

Need a soundtrack to keep you focused and motivated while working from home, studying, or getting back into the office? Here’s what to stream to keep you focused, relaxed, and motivated throughout the day.

To get your day going as you venture off to work, this playlist is full of upbeat music to start your morning.

Artists included: Lizzy McAlpine, H.E.R., Omar Apollo, Joy Oladokun

Whether you need to psych yourself up for a big presentation or you work from home and need some music to motivate you to get the day started, this upbeat playlist will probably do it. It’s got six hours of songs, so you can listen all day long if you need to. 

Artists included: Pharell Williams, Joss Stone, Harry Styles, Taylor Swift

If you’ve got a busy day ahead of you that requires serious productivity, this playlist has six hours of atmospheric rock to help you focus.

Artists included: Lifou, Sun of They, Joy Parade, Eden

This playlist has all the music you need to get the coffee shop experience at home — whether you’re working or relaxing.

Artists included: Bon Iver, Hozier, Gregory Alan Isakov, Mitsky

Feeling in a slump after one too many Zoom meetings, or just a little down? These four-plus hours of feel-good top hits are sure to raise your spirits a little and maybe even get you dancing for a midday joy break.

Artists included: Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, Kehlani, Harry Styles

This popular mixed-genre playlist is curated to tap into the music Gen Z is listening to, regardless of style, from dreamy bedroom pop to funky alternative R&B. Put it on in the background while you wrap up work and get ready to ease into a relaxing evening.

Artists included: Billie Eilish, The Marías, Dora Jar, Dominic Fike 

A little background music just helps set the mood. Whether you’re cleaning up, having a date night in, making dinner, unwinding after work, or taking a walk around the block, here’s what to listen to.

You might not want to admit that you love these songs, but deep down you know you do — they’re too catchy not to.

Artists included: One Direction, ABBA, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber

Love songs don’t have to be pop hits and power ballads — sometimes, a little alternative rock is what you need to set the mood.

Artists included: Arctic Monkeys, Faye Webster, Mazzy Star, Vance Joy

This playlist is full of jazz hits both old and new, and it’s sure to keep you in good spirits.

Artists included: Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Julie London

To stay on top of new releases and hits from your favorite R&B artists, follow Are & Be — it’s updated weekly, so it’s always fresh.

Artists included: Tinashe, Snoh Aalegra, Brent Faiyaz, SZA

If you prefer your time relaxing accompanied by a country twang, this playlist is sure to satisfy.

Artists included: Zach Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Sam Hunt

Whether you’re out for a calm walk or enjoying warm weather with friends, Picnic in the Park is the perfect soundtrack.

Artists included: Coldplay, The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Frankie Valli

Need a confidence boost? Channel your inner badass with these tracks from some of the coolest ladies in music.

Artists included: Lana Del Rey, TV Girl, Fiona Apple, The Marías

If alt-rock is your genre of choice, whether you’re cleaning up your room or just hanging out on the couch, this Spotify playlist has all the hits. 

Artists included: Cage the Elephant, beabadoobee, Olivia Rodrigo, Blondshell

Party planning is involved enough without worrying about what music the occasion calls for — from chill tunes for a dinner party to dance-floor bangers for a house party, here are some playlists curated to set the mood.   

Throwing a dinner party and don’t know what to play to satisfy everyone’s tastes (without being a distraction)? This playlist has you covered.

Artists included: SZA, Norah Jones, Frank Ocean, Laufey

Put on aux at the party and unsure what to play? Turn on this five-hour-long playlist packed with high-energy hits that are impossible not to dance to. 

Artists included: Ice Space, Lil Wayne, Flo Milli, Sexyy Red

From country hits to classic rock ballads, Tailgate Party is exactly what you need for a pre-game party or a summer cookout.

Artists included: The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Journey, Pat Benatar

Because sometimes you just need to feed your boy band obsession — whether it’s a nostalgia thing, or you just appreciate great pop.

Artists included: NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, One Direction, BTS

Sure, it’s not the most cleverly titled playlist out there, but it is a delightful mix of tunes for your next dinner party or apéro hour. 

Artists included: Norah Jones, Tracy Chapman, Jewel, Sade

It doesn’t matter how old you are — the feel-good classics from the ’50s never go out of style.

Artists included: Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, Chet Baker, Fats Domino