There are those who work in silence, and those who couldn't even make a cappuccino without a rhythmic background to support them. In the café, music is not just company: it's fuel, atmosphere, the soundtrack of the routine (or chaos).
And let's face it: certain songs make the milk froth better. It's science.
Today we bring you our selection of perfect playlists to tackle every moment of the day behind the counter, with grace… and grit.
1. Early morning: “Wake me up gently, but do it well”
6:45 AM. Lights on, car ready, customers still rumpled.
Mood: energetic sweetness, slow rhythms that rise slowly.
Tracks like:
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Norah Jones – Don't Know Why
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Jack Johnson – Banana Pancakes
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Lucio Dalla – You never suffice for me
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Elisa – Labyrinth
Goal: wake you and them up, but gently. Like cold coffee cream at the first sip.
2. 9 o'clock rush: “Fast but smiling”
They all arrive together. One cappuccino, three brioche, two slushies, one pistachio cream, and “do you also have a cold ginseng?” – obviously to be prepared right away.
Mood: upbeat rhythm, cheerful, makes you move your hands and heart.
Tracks like:
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Lizzo – About Damn Time
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Jovanotti – The greatest show after the Big Bang
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Coldplay – Adventure of a Lifetime
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Dua Lipa – Levitating
Goal: serve 15 coffees with the smile of someone dancing while shaking.
3. Lunch time: “Chic lunch break background”
Customers looking for a quiet moment, people at the table with a laptop, those ordering just a salad and a lemon granita.
Mood: fresh, elegant, not too intrusive.
Tracks like:
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Nu Genea – Marechià
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Tom Misch – It Runs Through Me
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Sergio Mendes – Mas Que Nada
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Calcutta – Pesto
Goal: to make the bar feel like a small Mediterranean bistro, even if it's 37° outside.
4. Late afternoon: “One more round and off we go”
Between those leaving the office and those stopping for a delicious cold cream, it's the aperitif or sweet moment of mid-afternoon.
Mood: light, a bit funky, perfect for relaxing but with energy.
Tracks like:
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Jamiroquai – Virtual Insanity
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Phoenix – Lisztomania
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Cesare Cremonini – 50 Special
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Thundercat – Dragonball Durag
Goal: to create an atmosphere where a cold cream or a granita Pause sounds almost better than a cocktail.
5. End of the day: “See you tomorrow”
Soft lights, closing time in sight, last loyal customers enjoying the evening calm. And you, finally, slow down.
Mood: relaxed, soul, with a touch of sweet melancholy.
Tracks like:
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Erykah Badu – Appletree
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Battisti – Also for you
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Mac DeMarco – Chamber of Reflection
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Paolo Nutini – Let Me Down Easy
Goal: to end the day with a smile and maybe a cold coffee cream… all for you.
