The team at PaintTech Academy have analysed thousands of trade-specific motivational playlists on Spotify in order to create the ultimate playlists for each profession.
Let’s be honest – no matter what your trade is, working in the office or on-site can get a bit dull. Whether you’re a sparky or a chippy – staying motivated on a job can sometimes be a struggle.
That is until an absolute hero breaks out a boombox or a portable speaker. Music can be a great way to keep motivated during long work days and big projects. But which trade has the best soundtrack?
Well, the team at PaintTech Academy have the answer. Analysing thousands of trade-specific motivational playlists on Spotify, they’ve been able to create the ultimate playlists for each profession.
Songs were scored based on how many times they appeared in these playlists – with some pretty groovy results.
The top 20 songs for each task can be found in the results section below, but here’s a quick breakdown of each playlist, including their top 5 songs.
Speaking on the results, Lyndsey Crump, Director at PaintTech Academy said: “Each trade is different, and so is their motivational music apparently! These playlists have definitely provided some interesting results. As experienced tradespeople ourselves, we know how difficult it can be to stay motivated when on the job sometimes. Whether in the office or on-site, It’s great to see just what gets people going.”
Top 5 Tracks for Painters/Decorators
According to this playlist, painters and decorators love classic rock and pop, with a little bit of RnB and rap on the side.
- Je te laisserai des mots – Patrick Watson
- Sweater Weather – The Neighbourhood
- Girls Just Want to Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper
- Africa – TOTO
- See You Again (feat. Kali Uchis) – Tyler, The Creator
The link to the full Painters/Decorator playlist can be found here.
Top 5 Tracks for Plumbers
Plumbers are definitely more fond of rap, with a little bit of love for indie and classic rock tracks.
- See You Again (feat. Kali Uchis) – Tyler, The Creator
- No Role Modelz – J. Cole
- HUMBLE. – Kendrick Lamar
- Lovers Rock – TV Girl
- I Wonder – Kanye West
Top 5 Tracks for Electricians
Unsurprisingly, it looks like electricians love electronic/dance music, with Calvin Harris and Avicii definitely being favourites. There was also a nice little amount of metal/electronic thrown in there with features from Electric Callboy and BABYMETAL.
- Runaway (U & I) – Galantis
- Summer – Calvin Harris
- The Nights – Avicii
- Blame (feat. John Newman) – Calvin Harris
- Feel So Close – Radio Edit – Calvin Harris
Top 5 Tracks for Carpenters/Joiners
It turns out that carpenters and joiners are all about the classic rock, with a lot of love for the 70s and 80s in there for good measure.
- Take on Me – a-ha
- Dreams – 2004 Remaster – Fleetwood Mac
- When It Rains It Pours – Luke Combs
- Can’t Stop – Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Livin’ On A Prayer – Bon Jovi
Top 5 Tracks for Landscapers
It turns out that landscapers really love country music, with a little bit of classic rock thrown in for good measure.
- When It Rains It Pours – Luke Combs
- Whiskey Glasses – Morgan Wallen
- Something in the Orange – Zach Bryan
- Beer Never Broke My Heart – Luke Combs
- Night Shift – Jon Pardi
