The Most Inappropriate (But Hilarious) Songs to Play During a Cyclone – Plus, How to Stay Safe!


Cyclones are no joke, but sometimes a little humour can help lighten the mood while you hunker down. If you're in the path of Cyclone Alfred (or any big storm), you might be thinking of ways to pass the time while staying safe. So, why not create the most inappropriate cyclone playlist ever? Here are some songs you probably shouldn’t blast during a storm—along with some real tips for staying safe and managing anxiety.

The Ultimate Cyclone Soundtrack (That You Shouldn’t Actually Play)

For the Adults:

  1. "Rock You Like a Hurricane" – Scorpions (Way too on the nose.)

  2. "Blowin’ in the Wind" – Bob Dylan (We get it, Bob. We really do.)

  3. "Umbrella" – Rihanna (Not going to help much in cyclone-force winds.)

  4. "Here Comes the Rain Again" – Eurythmics (And again… and again.)

  5. "Riders on the Storm" – The Doors (We’d rather not, thanks.)

  6. "I Can’t Stand the Rain" – Tina Turner (Relatable.)

  7. "Thunderstruck" – AC/DC (If you hear thunder and this song starts playing, it might be a sign.)

  8. "Flood" – Jars of Clay (Not what we need right now.)

  9. "Stormy Weather" – Etta James (A bit of an understatement.)

  10. "Winds of Change" – Scorpions (Too much wind, thanks.)

  11. "Have You Ever Seen the Rain" – Creedence Clearwater Revival (Yes, and it’s coming sideways.)

For the Kids:

  1. "It’s Raining, It’s Pouring" (Captain Obvious reporting for duty.)

  2. "Incy Wincy Spider" (Poor thing won’t make it up the spout this time.)

  3. "Jack and Jill Went Up the Hill" (Hope they have an evacuation plan.)

  4. "Rain, Rain, Go Away" (We’d love that, but no guarantees.)

  5. "The Ants Go Marching" (Straight into your house to escape the flood.)

  6. "Under the Sea" – The Little Mermaid (Let’s hope not!)

  7. "YMCA" – The Village People (Might actually be a good place to shelter.)

Okay, But Let’s Get Serious: How to Stay Safe During a Cyclone

While it’s fun to joke about the soundtrack, staying safe is the real priority. Here are some key things to remember:

✅ Have the SES number saved – In Australia, the SES (State Emergency Service) can be reached at 132 500 for flood and storm assistance. Call 000 for life-threatening emergencies.
✅ Prepare an emergency kit – Include water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, batteries, medications, important documents, and phone chargers.
✅ Stay indoors and away from windows – Flying debris is no joke.
✅ Charge your devices – Power outages are likely, so keep your phone and backup batteries charged.
✅ Know your evacuation plan – If you live in a flood-prone area, be ready to leave if needed.
✅ Charge mobility aids and backup batteries – If you use a wheelchair, CPAP machine, or any other powered device, make sure everything is fully charged before the storm hits. Have manual backups if possible.
✅ Plan for support worker or community nurse delays – If you rely on support workers or community nurses, have a backup plan in case they can’t reach you. Stock up on essentials, notify someone nearby who can check on you, and know what to do if you need medical assistance.

Helping Kids (and Yourself) Manage Cyclone Anxiety

Big storms can be scary, especially for kids (and even adults). Here’s how to keep calm:

🌟 Explain what’s happening in simple terms – Reassure kids that adults are handling things and they are safe.
🌟 Use distractions – Play board games, listen to music (maybe not the playlist above!), read books, or tell stories.
🌟 Make it fun – Build a ‘storm fort’ with pillows and blankets, pretend to be storm reporters, or have an indoor picnic.
🌟 Practice deep breathing – Breathing exercises can help calm everyone down.
🌟 Stay informed but limit doom-scrolling – Check weather updates from reliable sources but avoid nonstop panic-inducing news.

Final Thoughts

Cyclones can be stressful, but staying prepared and keeping a sense of humor can help ease the tension. While you might want to skip playing "Rock You Like a Hurricane" at full volume, a little laughter and some good planning will get you through.

If you need a better playlist, consider songs about rainbows and sunshine to remind yourself that storms pass, like:

☀️ "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
☀️ "I Can See Clearly Now" – Johnny Nash
☀️ "Walking on Sunshine" – Katrina and the Waves
☀️ "Pocketful of Sunshine" – Natasha Bedingfield
☀️ "Here Comes the Sun" – The Beatles

Stay safe, keep your emergency kit ready, and remember: rain, rain will eventually go away!





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