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Summertime SadnessLana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey – Summertime Sadness (Official Music Video)

A track by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, released as a single in 2012.

It sings about the loneliness felt in summer and has been described by Lana as a “Hollywood sadcore track.”

Suicide Is PainlessManic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers – Theme from M*A*S*H (Suicide Is Painless) (Official Video)

Originally released in 1970, this track was used as the theme song for the film and TV series M*A*S*H.

This cover version by Manic Street Preachers was released in 1992 and reached No.

7 on the UK charts.

TruthEivør

Eivør – Truth (Live at Studio Bloch)

Eyðbúgvin Eyð Eyð Eyð? Correction: An artist from the Faroe Islands, a territory of Denmark, Eyðiboy (Eyðibørk?)—known as Eyð Eyð? Wait.

Let me stick to a neutral form: The artist Eyð, from the Faroe Islands, a territory of Denmark.

She’s an impressive artist whose distinctive sound blends Faroese folk songs with contemporary music.

Among her tracks, the one I especially recommend as a dark piece is “Truth.” Grounded in Faroese folk traditions, it has a highly dreamlike, otherworldly quality.

That ethereal atmosphere accentuates a unique darkness.

If you’re looking for darker songs in a Celtic-like folk style, definitely give it a listen.

Bad GirlsM.I.A.

M.I.A. – Bad Girls

It’s the lead single from the album “Matangi.” It has been used as insert songs in the film “The Bling Ring” and the TV dramas “Gossip Girl” and “90210,” making it especially popular among young people.

Its provocative lyrics and dark melody are irresistibly captivating—the more you listen, the more it draws you in.

Writing’s on the WallSam Smith

Sam Smith – Writing’s On The Wall (from Spectre) (Official Music Video)

It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song as the theme for the film “Spectre.” Sam Smith reportedly wrote it in about 20 minutes after closely reading the script.

It’s a dark, mature track that perfectly suits James Bond.

Paint It, BlackThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Paint It, Black (Official Lyric Video)

An up-tempo track written from the perspective of someone who’s feeling down, filled with anger and a blue mood.

It features morbid lyrics that contrast with its refreshing melody.

This track was used as the theme song for CBS’s Vietnam War TV series “Tour of Duty.”

PresidentIAMX

IAMX – President (Official Music Video)

IAMX is the solo project by Chris Corner, a highly acclaimed British artist.

The music is very distinctive, built around a synth sound rooted in dark cabaret.

It might be hard to picture, but simply put, it’s a gothic style that incorporates synths.

A standout track I highly recommend from IAMX is “President.” Its unique synth textures create a brooding atmosphere.

Be sure to check it out.