Best 15 Song Playlist to Ask Your Crush Out Without Saying It

"Hey... Wanna Go Out?" – Songs That Lowkey (or Highkey) Say You Wanna Ask Them on a Date

Let's all agree—asking someone out can be hella awkward. Whether it’s your situationship, your long-time crush, or your bestie you secretly want more with, sometimes you just need a song to do the talking for you. Luckily, music is basically the ultimate wingman. From flirty lyrics to full-on “let’s be more than friends” vibes, we’ve rounded up the best songs to help you pop the date question without saying a word (or at least, not in your own words 👀).

So if you’re feeling bold, send that playlist link, add a cheeky caption, and let these songs shoot your shot for you.

🎧 1. Call Me Maybe – Carly Rae Jepsen

Ah yes, the ultimate Gen Z anthem for “I kinda like you but I’m gonna keep it cute.” It’s bold, it’s bubbly, and it’s basically a date proposal in chorus form. That “Here’s my number” line? Iconic.

🎧 2. Just the Way You Are – Bruno Mars

This is the musical version of staring at your crush and saying, “Why are you single again?” Send this if you wanna be sweet without risking full-blown rejection. It’s romantic but safe.

🎧 3. Can I Be Him – James Arthur

Whew. This one’s emotional damage in 3 minutes. If you're done playing games and ready to let them know you see them for real, this is the move. Vulnerability = green flag.

🎧 4. Fallingforyou – The 1975

This song feels like a late-night drive when the tension is thick and no one’s brave enough to say anything. Perfect for the “we both know this is a thing but no one's admitting it” situationship.

🎧 5. Electric – Alina Baraz ft. Khalid

This is pure flirtation vibes. It’s vibey, sultry, and screams we should definitely get drinks and see what happens. Text this with “thought this reminded me of us 👀” and watch the magic unfold.

🎧 6. Crush – Tessa Violet

If you’re going for quirky, fun, and lowkey chaotic energy, this one hits. It's basically the musical version of doodling their name in your notes app. Send it with “LOL this is literally me rn.”

🎧 7. Adore You – Harry Styles

Harry knew what he was doing. “Walk through fire for you, just let me adore you”—if that’s not a soft yet bold ask-out anthem, what is? Also, it’s Harry. Instant serotonin.

🎧 8. Talk – Khalid

You know when you’re so close to being something more but you haven’t had “the convo” yet? This is your soundtrack. Just say you wanna talk, preferably over boba or a movie night.

🎧 9. Make You Mine – PUBLIC

This one is giving romantic movie montage vibes. It’s upbeat, adorable, and literally says “I wanna make you mine.” Subtlety? Nah. Confidence? Absolutely.

🎧 10. She Likes Spring, I Prefer Winter – Slaughter Beach, Dog

If you’re into indie-sadboy-core and trying to charm someone who listens to Phoebe Bridgers on loop, this one’s perfect. It’s sweet, poetic, and says, “I like you, let’s be cute and weird together.”

🎧 11. Like or Like Like – Miniature Tigers

An underrated bop that plays with that middle-school crush energy. It's quirky, honest, and a little nostalgic—perfect for those who bond over niche playlists and obscure TikTok trends.

🎧 12. Favorite Crime – Olivia Rodrigo

Okay, hear us out. It’s technically sad, but it works if you’re in that complicated we-hurt-each-other-but-I-still-want-you phase. Maybe not first date energy, but definitely “let’s be messy together” energy.

🎧 13. Banana Pancakes – Jack Johnson

Chill, cozy, and gives Sunday morning soft launch vibes. Perfect for that “let’s stay in and eat pancakes together forever” kind of date ask.

🎧 14. Lover – Taylor Swift (First Dance Remix or OG)

If you’re all in, no games, ready for the full rom-com love arc—Taylor’s got you. It’s vulnerable and straight-up swoony. Just drop this in a playlist and see if they get the message.

🎧 15. Let's Go – Khalid & 6LACK

The beat, the lyrics, the energy. This one screams “You and me? We’d be unstoppable.” It’s not begging—it’s confident. And that’s hot.

✨Vibe Check:

These songs are more than just background noise—they're mood-setters, soft launches, and full-blown date requests. Whether you’re shooting your shot with a soft indie jam or going full send with Bruno Mars-level declarations, music makes it easier to say, “I wanna be more than just friends.”

So put together that playlist, send the link, and let the lyrics do the flirting. And if all else fails? Hit them with a good ol’ “Wanna go out sometime?” You’ve got this.

Stay vibing and romantic with the music that speaks your truth—only on Woke Waves Magazine.

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