10 Vinyl Records For Every 'Heartstopper' Fan To Swoon Over

Nick. Charlie. Tara. Darcy. Tao. Ellie. Issac. These are the names that have been on everyone's lips ever since Netflix dropped the latest season of their massive hit show 'Heartstopper'. 

Telling the story of Charlie and Nick, two British teens navigating the turbulent waters of love, friendship, and identity, 'Heartstopper' doesn't just capture your heart. It literally stops it with its raw emotions and stunningly relatable narratives.

But wait! There's another layer to this slice-of-life pie that have fans captured: the music. 

Oh yes, every episode is peppered with tracks that tug at your heartstrings and make you want to dance all at once. From THAT Taylor Swift moment with Tara and Darcy to Baby Queen delivering a special cover of an all-time classic from The Cure, it's time to relive the most touching moments, the tears, the laughs, and the heart-flutters from 'Heartstopper' – all with the warm sound of vinyl.  

Warning: spoilers ahead!

1/ "Colors Of You" by Baby Queen

Swoonworthy lyrics: "You've changed my life into something I no longer recognize / And stained my eyes, now they paint in bolder colour when they cry"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: This song first appears in Season 1 when Nick realises his feelings for Charlie and once again in Season 2 at the start of Episode 8. A stunning song that continues to encapsulate their blossoming love story.

2/ "seven" from 'folklore' by Taylor Swift

Swoonworthy lyrics: "Passed down like folk songs / Our love lasts so long"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: We think it's safe to say that everyone was reaching for their tissues when this needle-drop moment happened when Tara and Darcy finally reunited at the end of Season 2, Episode 8.

3/ "Lovesong" from 'Beatopia' by beabadoobee

Swoonworthy lyrics: "I missed the train again / I called your name / As if you'd drive it back"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: At the end of Season 2 Episode 3, we find Nick struggling with telling his friends about Charlie. A huge feature throughout Season 1 – we are once again treated to beabadoobee's soothing songs that helps bring some calm to this season's brewing storms.

4/ "Shatter" from 'Surrender' by Maggie Rogers

Swoonworthy lyrics: "I could break a glass just to watch it shatter / I'd do anything just to feel with you"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: Such a fitting track to kick off Season 2 with an absolute bang! Here, we are treated to a vibrant montage of Charlie going about his day in school with his head held high. 

5/ "Never Be The Same" from 'Phosphorescent' by Gabrielle Aplin

Swoonworthy lyrics: "I don't know who I am without you / I'll never be the same"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: When Nick takes Charlie's hand at the end of Season 2, Episode 5.

6/ "People Watching" from 'Superache' by Conan Gray

Swoonworthy lyrics: "I won't be scared to let someone know me / Life's feel so monotone but I still keep hoping"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: Friendship is one of life's greatest romances, and 'Heartstopper' makes a key point of continually emphasising this. This song soundtracks a shopping montage scene with the core gang in Season 2, Episode 7 that will have you smiling. 

7/ "Deep End" from 'Can You Afford To Lose Me?' by Holly Humberstone

Swoonworthy lyrics: "I'll be your medicine if you let me / Give you reason to get out of bed"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: A tender scene where Mr. Ajayi and Mr. Farouk remind us that you're never too 'late' to discover and experience new things for yourself.

8/ "Obsessed" from 'Keepsake' by Hatchie

Swoonworthy lyrics: "That's when I knew, I'd clip my wings, do anything, for you"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: "I bet you can't last two days without kissing me." If you know, you know.

9/ "Run Away With Me" from 'E•MO•TION' by Carly Rae Jepsen

Swoonworthy lyrics: "And I'll find your lips in the street lights / I wanna be there with you"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: An excellent kick off for the prom episode of Season 2 with this saxophone-led gloriousness from the one and only Carly Rae Jepsen.

10/ Baby Queen covering "Just Like Heaven" from 'Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me' by The Cure

Swoonworthy lyrics: "And I promise you, I promise that / I'll run away with you"

Key 'Heartstopper' moment: What better way to end this list than a nod to Baby Queen's special cameo in the prom scene? The "Colours Of You" singer-songwriter covered The Cure's timeless tune "Just Like Heaven" for a Tao and Elle dance sequence that is guaranteed to paint a big smile on your face. 

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