The College Application Inspiration Playlist -- Part I

For seniors heading down the homestretch with your college applications, here's Part I of an inspiration playlist for motivation, de-stressing, or just contemplating the big changes your future will bring. Whether you're bogged down and need to be pumped up to finish that last essay or are looking to stay strong while you wait for your decisions, there should be something for everyone on this list -- from Eminem and Daft Punk to Rascal Flatts and Bon Jovi.

So listen up and keep moving or just get your head in a better place…

You Gotta Be -- Des'ree

The World's Greatest -- R. Kelly

Carry On -- Fun.

Wonderful -- Gary Go

Unwritten -- Natasha Bedingfield

Gotta Work -- Amerie

Shark in the Water -- V.V. Brown

Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) -- Kelly Clarkson

Edge of Glory -- Lady Gaga

Not Afraid -- Eminem

Steady as She Goes -- The Raconteurs

The Power -- Snap!

My Wish -- Rascal Flatts

Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger -- Daft Punk

Later this week, we'll have more inspiration and motivation for you with Part II of our playlist.