5 songs that somehow fit into the Sims perfectly

I don’t know why, but it’s just incredibly charming to hear a song I know and love ‘sung’ in Simlish! It’s not a real language, of course – there aren’t actual words you can translate. It’s more like they put sounds together – vowels and consonants – to fit the beat and feeling of the song. It’s weirdly cozy and I can’t get enough of it!

When popular musicians re-record their songs for *The Sims*, they keep the original tune and mood, but change the words into happy, made-up sounds. It’s a strange process, but when it’s done well, the song fits perfectly into the game’s mix of realistic life and playful craziness.

Some songs have surprisingly become popular within The Sims community over time. Here are five that feel like a natural fit for the game.

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My Chemical Romance – “Na Na Na” (The Sims 3: Late Night)

The Sims 3: Late Night introduced an Indie radio station, and the inclusion of My Chemical Romance perfectly captures a rebellious, youthful energy – especially with a song featuring a memorable, repetitive chorus. Its fast pace and punk-pop sound really fit the game’s lively city nightlife.

My Chemical Romance’s involvement with the game became well-known, especially because around the same time, they famously declined to contribute to the *Twilight* soundtrack and criticized the franchise’s focus on profit in their song “Vampire Money.” Instead, Gerard Way gave fans the memorable and energetic “Na Na Na.”

Black Eyed Peas – “Shut Up” (The Urbz: Sims in the City)

Before *The Sims* became known for its focus on suburban life, EA tried a different approach with a spin-off called *The Urbz: Sims in the City*. As part of this game, they featured the Black Eyed Peas as characters and included a radio station dedicated to their music. The group even re-recorded their popular song “Shut Up,” renaming it “Shut Uprah” specifically for the game.

The updated version replaces the song’s contentious lyrics with upbeat, nonsensical Simlish, making it both memorable and amusingly hard to understand. The band’s hip-hop elements blend seamlessly with the city-inspired sound, and the playful back-and-forth between will.i.am and Fergie about the electronic drums adds an extra layer of self-awareness to this already dramatic track.

Tally Hall – “Good Day” (The Sims 2: Apartment Life)

The video game *The Sims 2: Apartment Life* includes a fun surprise: the catchy song “Good Day” by the band Tally Hall plays on the college rock radio station. The band’s unique sound, a mix of cheerful pop and close harmonies, actually works really well when sung in Simlish, making the song even more playfully strange.

It’s not surprising the Simlish recording became a bonus track on later releases of the band’s first album, as the translation gives the phrase “good day” a feeling of being a greeting everyone understands.

Depeche Mode – “Suffer Well” (The Sims 2: Open for Business)

It’s surprising to find the dark, synth-driven music of Depeche Mode in a life simulation game, but Electronic Arts successfully collaborated with the band to create a Simlish version of their song “Suffer Well” for *The Sims 2: Open for Business*.

Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan said the idea seemed strange at first, but he was excited by the opportunity to sing in a made-up language. The atmospheric song plays during gameplay as Sims are busy with hobbies like crafting or running small businesses, adding a touch of dark elegance to their everyday lives.

Katy Perry – “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” (The Sims 3: Showtime)

Katy Perry truly embraced the fictional language of Simlish. She even recorded a Simlish version of her hit song “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” for a special edition of *The Sims 3: Showtime*.

Perry’s fun and colorful style fit perfectly with the bright, playful world of *The Sims*. The successful collaboration eventually led to a whole range of content inspired by her sweet and quirky aesthetic.

What makes Simlish versions of songs so special is that they capture the emotion of the original while letting players enjoy the music without focusing on the words. By using made-up lyrics, artists can really emphasize the tune and the overall feeling of the song.

As a huge fan, I’ve always loved how *The Sims* soundtracks manage to capture the game’s quirky vibe. From Tally Hall’s upbeat tunes to the Black Eyed Peas’ fun back-and-forth, each song just *fits* that wonderfully strange world. And honestly, as long as they keep bringing in musicians to create Simlish tracks, I know we’ll keep getting these surprisingly perfect songs to play while we’re building and living our digital lives!

2025-10-07 13:00