Coffee Break: Hugs
by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala
July 30, 2025

Sometimes you just need a hug. Luckily, there is a special day for just that. Wednesday is Share a Hug Day, and it’s a perfect time to embrace a loved one.
Hugs tend to make everything better, and the same can be said for music! Today, let’s craft a playlist full of musical hugs to enjoy!
So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that feel like a hug would you like to hear?
Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.
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Songs Played
Alabama Shakes- Hang Loose
Smokey Robinson and the Miracles- You've Really Got a Hold On Me
The Cure- Just Like Heaven
The Beatles- Here Comes the Sun
The Polyphonic Spree- Hold Me Now
Bill Withers- Lovely Day
Talking Heads- This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)
Queen- You're My Best Friend
