Before his death in 2009, John Hughes wrote, directed, and/or produced some of the most beloved films of the 1980s and ‘90s. Movies like Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty In Pink, and Flubber all fall under the John Hughes umbrella.

So does Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, which opened in theaters on June 11, 1986, and introduced a new generation to the song "Twist And Shout" by The Beatles. Let’s explore the world of John Hughes — and the stellar soundtracks that came with his films — by creating a cinematic playlist.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from John Hughes’ films would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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