Hotta Rice says lively up yourselves

As social distancing becomes the new norm, people who would otherwise be up and about this weekend are confined to their homes. A ban on public gatherings of more than 20 persons has brought parties and stage shows to an indefinite halt.

But, even as daily and weekly routines are interrupted, people refuse to let the fear of the coronavirus dampen their spirits. Quarantine and Chill has become the new social norm, as human beings find creative ways to enjoy themselves from the comfort of their homes. Binge watching your favourite series or listening to your favourite songs could prove therapeutic in these dark times.

We have asked some of your favourite music personalities; artistes, selectors and producers, to compile a list of songs that will help lift people's spirits as the war against COVID-19 rages on.

Today, the man behind Day Rave Thursdays, Hotta Rice, gives us his top 10 songs to hold a vibes while in self-isolation. He even gave some words of encouragement to go along with the playlist.

1. Watch Dem by Ding Dong

2. Brik Pan Brik by Skillibeng

3. Rubber Band by Jahvillani

4. Cool It by Spice

5. Rolling by Spice

6. The Sidechick Song by Shenseea

7. Heavy by Jada Kingdom

8. Tony Montana by Vybz Kartel

9. Ice Cream Truck by Masicka

10. Logo Boss by Guidance ft Boysie and Energy

Advice: "Dis a my playlist me a share wid di people dem, cause, right now, a just baay happy songs everybody fi a listen to. No party nah keep and we nuh want the people dem go inna a state of depression. So we want dem hold a vibes to dem tune yah and lively up demself. Memba Bob Marley did tell we innu, when music hits, you feel no pain. We know these times rough right now, but music is here to ease the pressure."