Aries Season 2025

Aries season bursts onto the scene with the energy of fresh starts, bold ambitions, and fearless self-discovery. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries sets the tone for new beginnings, urging us to step into our power with courage and determination. This year, Aries season is particularly dynamic, marked by Venus and Mercury retrogrades, a potent Solar Eclipse, and Neptune’s long-awaited shift into Aries. These transits invite us to confront our past, redefine our identity, and embrace transformation. Just as Aries charges forward without hesitation, this playlist guides us through the season’s astrological journey, aligning each track with the themes of renewal, self-assertion, and the evolving cosmic landscape.

1. "Born This Way" – Lady Gaga
Written By: Edward Blair, Fernando Garibay, Jeppe Breum Laursen, Stefani

Gaga, with her natal Sun and Venus in Aries and Mercury in Pisces, sings "there's nothing wrong with loving who you are," capturing the healing energy of this Aries season. Released during Venus and Mercury retrograde in Aries, her latest album Mayhem mirrors the themes (COMPLETE AFTER ALBUM IS RELEASED). The Sun in Aries celebrates self-identity, which is represented by the lyrics "I'm beautiful in my way / 'Cause God makes no mistake." The Venus and Sun conjunction on March 22, called a Kazimi, is a powerful moment of clarity providing self-love and confidence. This track represents themes of the First House of "Self" in astrology. No other words capture the spirit of Aries better than "I was born to be brave." 

2. "Man in the Mirror" – Michael Jackson
Written By: Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett

The second house represents values and material security, and Uranus in Taurus urges us to redefine our relationship with change, pushing us past our comfort zone. On April 12, the Moon in Libra reflects the light of the Sun in Aries, emphasizing the dynamic between self and others. The lyrics "I'm starting with the man in the mirror / I'm asking him to change his ways" highlight the personal reflection the Full Moon in Libra encourages. As the Sun conjuncts Chiron before its exact opposition with the Moon, it activates themes of self-healing. Chiron represents the wounds we must confront in order to grow, making this song a powerful anthem for internal renewal, reshaping relationships, and the conscious choices we make moving forward. This song highlights the easy flow between self-assertion and expansive optimism, as seen in the  sextile between the Sun in Aries and Jupiter in Gemini, which reaches its peak on April 5th. tThe lyrics "If you wanna make the world a better place / Take a look at yourself and then make a change" teach us that we have the  ability to be a part of something greater than ourselves, urging us to use our personal ambition for a greater purpose.

3. "Cardinal" – Kacey Musgraves
Written By: Daniel Tashian, lan Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves

With Jupiter in Gemini in her birth chart, Musgraves’ song "Cardinal" aligns with the Solar Eclipse in Aries on March 29. She starts off the song with "I saw a sign or an omen" which speaks to the nature of eclipses, long associated with omens and major beginnings and endings. The question "Are you bringing me a message from the other side" continues the themes of death and rebirth, highlighting when Mercury retrogrades into Pisces the same day and Neptune enters Aries on March 30. The cardinal, often seen as a symbol of renewal and transformation across various cultures, represents a guiding presence through change. This symbolism fits Aries perfectly, as Aries is ruled by Mars, and red—a color strongly associated with both Mars and Aries—signifies passion and courage. This song captures the interplay of spiritual insight and new beginnings in the third house of communication.

4. "Born Again" – Rihanna
Written By: Busiswa Gqulu, James Fauntleroy, Ludwig Göransson, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, Terius "The-Dream" Gesteelde-Diamant, Terius Adamu Ya Gesteelde-diamont

Born a Pisces with Venus in Aries, Rihanna’s "Born Again" from Wakanda Forever perfectly encapsulates themes of life, death, and renewal. The lyric "I’d die and come back just to love you" mirrors the transformative cycle of Venus retrograde. Venus begins as an evening star, goes retrograde, and is momentarily outshined by the Sun in a Kazimi before reemerging as a morning star, symbolizing rebirth.

Mars, the ruler of Aries, is currently in Cancer, a sign deeply connected to home and ancestry. On April 4, Mars in Cancer forms an exact trine with Saturn in Pisces, emphasizing themes of dedication and commitment to protecting loved ones. This is echoed in the lyrics, "I'd give my heart to this place / I'd give my soul or whatever it takes." Positioned fourth in the playlist, this track resonates with the themes of home and family, which are associated with the fourth house in astrology.

5. "Elastic Heart" – Sia
Written By: Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, Andrew Swanson, Sia, Thomas Wesley Pentz

"Elastic Heart" by Sia offers a fiery interpretation of the Venus retrograde journey, with the song’s title itself symbolizing the back-and-forth motion of this transit. The concept of an elastic heart being stretched in different directions mirrors the inner tension and resilience required during this period. "And I know that I can survive / I'll walk through fire to save my life" captures the courage needed to revisit past wounds, with fire serving as a purifying force—a baptism of renewal. This song resonates with the fifth house of creative vitality, reinforced by the lyrics "And I want it, I want my life so bad / I'm doing everything I can."

6. "Born to Die" – Lana Del Rey
Written By: Elizabeth Grant, Justin Parker

Born with Mars in Cancer, Lana Del Rey's song "Born to Die" vividly captures the cyclical nature of life. "Feet, don't fail me now / Take me to the finish line" expresses a yearning to complete a transformative journey, while "The road is long, we carry on / Try to have fun in the meantime" acknowledges life's struggles and the resilience required to endure them. "Lost, but now I am found / I can see, but once I was blind" reflects the renewal brought by Mercury and Venus retrogrades in Aries and Pisces, emphasizing that challenges often lead to newfound clarity and rebirth. This track holds the sixth position, symbolizing daily routines, responsibilities, and work—the core themes of the sixth house in astrology. The ethereal, Neptunian qualities that permeate the song, including Lana Del Rey's dreamy vocal timbre, align with Neptune's ingress into Aries on March 30. 

7. "We Belong Together" – Mariah Carey
Written By: Babyface, Bobby Womack, Darnell Bristol, Jermaine Dupri Mauldin, Johnta Austin, Mariah Carey, Patrick Moten, S. DeWayne, Sandra Sully

Mariah Carey, an Aries Sun, offers a poignant reflection on love and healing, associated with the energy of the Full Moon in Libra on April 12. Retrograde periods often are associated with reflection and internal work. The song starts off with Mariah reflecting "I didn't mean it when I said I didn't love you so / I should have held on tight, I never shoulda let you go / I didn't know nothin', I was stupid, I was foolish / I was lyin' to myself." The lyrics continue, highlighting the clarity of the Venus Kazimi "Who else am I gon' lean on when times get rough? / Who's going to talk to me on the phone till the sun comes up?" "We Belong Together" aligns with the seventh house of relationships and highlights the desire for connecting with others.

8. "Meeting the Master" – Greta Van Fleet
Written By: Daniel Robert Wagner, Dave Cobb, Jacob Kiszka, Joshua Michael Kiszka, Samuel Francis Kiszka

Aries not only symbolizes courage and bravery but also conflict and war. With Neptune entering Aries on March 30, there is a risk of idealizing and romanticizing war, even glorifying it in a limitless way. From the perspective of a devout follower with unwavering belief in her master, the song demonstrates the lengths one might go to prove one’s allegiance. We may feel a higher calling to fight based on faith alone, yet history warns us that conflicts driven by belief have often led to destruction. The lyric "Blow it up to give him all of our love" embodies the most extreme and dangerous possibilities of this transit. "I've been waiting for so long / Final day to meet the master / It's my time to go home" suggests death or even transcendence. Those with this mindset could view themselves as a martyr, sacrificing their life for a cause. They may be fully convinced their actions are righteous, highlighting the potential dangers of blind devotion. The eighth house governs death and transformation, and the lyric "Once you have met the master / He will always be with you" encapsulates this mystical cycle of death and renewal, both metaphorically and spiritually.

9. "Believe" – Cher
Written By: Matt Gray, Paul Barry, Steve Torch, Stuart Mclennan, Tim Powell, Xenomania

"Believe" by Cher perfectly captures the Moon’s journey leading up to the bright and beautiful Full Moon in Libra on April 12. The Moon in Virgo first squares Jupiter on April 9, reflecting Cher’s moment of doubt: “Do you believe in life after love? / I can feel something inside me say / I really don’t think you’re strong enough, no.” Next, on April 10, the Moon opposes Venus, mirroring the emotional push and pull between Cher and her lover: “What am I supposed to do? / Sit around and wait for you? / Well, I can't do that.” Reality sets in when the Moon opposes Saturn: “I need time to move on / I need love to feel strong / 'Cause I've had time to think it through.” Finally, the Moon forms a trine to Jupiter, bringing hope and optimism just before the Full Moon in Libra and Venus stationing direct in Pisces on April 12: “Maybe I’m too good for you.”

Cher’s "Believe" beautifully represents the astrology of the week, showcasing the balance, love, and resilience that Libra symbolizes in relationships. Placed ninth in the playlist, the track corresponds to the ninth house of higher wisdom, where we seek a deeper understanding of the world around us and our place in it.

10. "Brand New Me" – Alicia Keys
Written By: Alicia Keys, Emeli Sandé

"Brand New Me" is a song of perseverance and achievement, perfectly representing Venus leaving retrograde and moving direct on April 7. Alicia Keys sings, “It's been a while / I'm not who I was before... It took a long, long time for me to get here / It took a brave, brave girl to try,” reflecting the long Venus retrograde journey that began on March 1 in Aries. This song embodies the experience of acknowledging the pain and struggles you've endured, recognizing the effort you've put in over time, and finally reaping the rewards with a sense of gratitude and pride.

"Brand New Me" is placed tenth in the playlist to represent the tenth house of career and public image, where we find achievement and success.

11. "Glory and Gore" – Lorde
Written By: Alicia Keys, Emeli Sandé

"Glory and Gore" is a social commentary on humanity’s fascination with violence. Imagine a gladiator, having just slain his last opponent, standing victorious as the crowd erupts in cheers and applause. Violence has long been glorified and treated as entertainment—from gladiators in the Colosseum to violent video games, from Americans gathering for picnics to watch the first battle of the Civil War to the prevalence of violence in television and film. There is something about the adrenaline of a new challenge that awakens our most primal instincts: fight or flight.

Lorde captures this modern-day obsession with violence in the lyrics: "Glory and gore go hand in hand / That’s why we’re making headlines." She takes it a step further with: "And the cry goes out / They lose their minds for us / And how it plays out / Now we're in the ring, and we're coming for blood / You could try and take us / But we're the gladiators / Everyone a rager / But secretly they're saviors." Here, Lorde not only highlights society’s enjoyment of violence but also explores how victors are idolized as saviors.

This track perfectly aligns with the astrological energies at the end of March, as Mercury retrograde re-enters Pisces and conjoins Neptune on March 29, followed by Neptune’s shift into Aries the next day. The themes of Glory and Gore—social spectacle and collective fascination—make it a fitting penultimate track, representing the eleventh house of friends and social groups.

12. "Like a Prayer" – Madonna
Written By: Ciccone, Madonna, Patrick Leonard

Anyone reading this knows the sexual innuendos woven throughout Madonna's Like a Prayer, a song that stirred controversy upon its release in 1989. Madonna’s ability to frame sexual acts as spiritual experiences aligns perfectly with the trine between Mars in Cancer and Venus in Pisces on April 6. Mars represents passion and action, while Venus embodies love and connection; together, this transit symbolizes an act of love that transcends the physical.

The song is rich with the dreamy, spiritual imagery of Pisces and the nurturing, emotional depth of Cancer, as heard in the opening lines: "Life is a mystery / Everyone must stand alone / I hear you call my name / And it feels like home." Later, the lyrics evoke Pisces' boundless, otherworldly nature: "It's like a dream, no end and no beginning."

With its themes of surrender, devotion, and transcendence, Like a Prayer perfectly embodies the essence of the 12th house: the realm of spirituality, mysticism, and the dissolution of boundaries between the self and the divine.

As Aries season unfolds, we are called to embrace both the fire of action and the depth of reflection. From the fearless declaration of self-worth in "Born This Way" to the transformational themes in "Born Again" and the spiritual surrender of "Like a Prayer," each track in this playlist reflects the astrological currents shaping this season. With the Sun’s journey through the twelve houses, we navigate themes of identity, values, relationships, and renewal, culminating in a powerful sense of rebirth. Whether you're stepping boldly into a new chapter or shedding the weight of the past, Aries season 2025 reminds us that every ending is also a beginning. The soundtrack to this transformation is yours to embrace.