Ten Songs to Get You in the Mood for the New Year's Eve Countdown

Dance with your partner to this one on the eve and you'll surely be near tears. A great way to have a schmaltzy slow-dance.

9. You Spin Me (Right Round)

This classic 80s jam is perfect for your single friends who have come stag for the 12th year in a row. Let then rock their single guy and gal blues away.

8. Personal Jesus, Depeche Mode

The reflection starts here.

7. Once in a Lifetime, Talking Heads

Another tune that evokes a feeling of urgency, probably will send your single friends in a panic looking for that midnight lip-lock partner. The bar will get crowded after this one.

6. 2001: A Space Odyssey Theme

At this point in the night, you will announce that there are only 30 minutes to midnight. Most people will be loaded at this point, and really get into this one.

5. 1999, Prince

The quintessential New Year's Jam from a Pop God.

4. In the Mood, Glenn Miller Band

A swing number, reminiscent of the Eve party scene in "Sunset Boulevard".

3. Eye of the Tiger

At this point, you will announce that there are only 10 minutes to midnight.

2. Rock and Roll Part 2, Gary Glitter

Now is the time for you to gather everyone around for champagne and be active on the mike. At the end of the song, silence, and the countdown. After the countdown:

1. Auld Lang Syne

The old standard. Sing your guts out, toast, and kiss. You made it to another year!