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We know you’re still recovering from the stress of a trying weekend. The comatose turkey naps, the awkward in-laws, the exhaustion of sifting through Black Friday deals on your MacBook until you find the perfect 32-inch TV. Welcome back to the real world. Here are five sweet tracks to cure your holiday edition case of the Mondays.

Drake – “Take Care”

Already making “Headlines” with his swaggering, finger-raising first single, the title track of Drizzy’s newest effort shows the softer side of Mr. Graham.  Aided by the intoxicating croon of Rihanna (whose new music you can read about below), Drake delivers an honest, imperfect love story over a bouncy, club-ready beat.

Taking Back Sunday – “You Got Me”

The second single off of Taking Back Sunday’s invigorating self-titled effort, “You Got Me” is a blazing, infectious romp that takes the endearing emo sound of their 2002 classic Tell All Your Friends and presents it in a mature, concise, 30-year-old fueled package. While the track is a lyrical tale of being caught in a forbidden romance, the video is pure fun, showcasing nothing but guitarist Eddie Reyes dropping his axe in favor for some sweet dance moves.

Rihanna – “You 'Da One”

Rihanna’s chart-topping new record Talk the Talk proves she can also walk the walk, and her addictive new single “You Da’ One” just serves as some extra evidence. A straightforward, mellow love song, “You Da’ One” is an example of one of the many musical styles that Rihanna’s sultry voice makes instantly arresting.

T.I. –“Pyro”

It’s been a while since the King has been in our radar, so it only makes sense that his new single “Pyro” is appropriately incendiary. Enduring multiple jail stints and the attached drama, T.I. announces his return to the game with the opening line “I got a corkscrew swag, they see me and get it poppin.” T.I., you are not a bottle of wine. But thanks for coming back.

The Wonder Years – “Came Out Swinging”

This rising pop-punk outfit have always been a step above their peers lyrically, and the hilarious-yet-poignant video for their new single “Came Out Swinging” is further proof of this. A never-give-up anthem for the trying touring life of young bands, “Came Out Swinging” finds the Philly six-piece reflecting on moving back home, overdosing on fast food, and finding a purpose; themes that are all reflected beautifully in the video.