We’re told to try new things, go new places and have new experiences. The world is your oyster, my friend, and variety is the spice of life. But I say no, let me crawl back into the warm embrace of the womb where I feel comfortable and I know what I like. I say no the mango and chilli sorbet, I don’t want the blackcurrant and liquorice granita, let me have Vanilla Ice-cream, the steadfast friend of my youth.

Here’s a collection of songs I heard growing up. I like them, I hope you do too.