In The 5s, an ACB contributor breaks down an a cappella related institution by breaking it into lists of 5. We recognize some of you are looking to recruit new a cappella fans to join you for an upcoming ICCA quarterfinal. We’ve got your hook up. In this edition, we’re gearing up for the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella, which kicks off this Saturday in St. Louis, and presenting you with five songs to convince a non-believer to that a cappella is cool.

Hit them with the bad boys of collegiate a cappella…

“Through With You” by Rutgers University Casual Harmony, Spring 2005

… come at them with the drama…

“Crazy Ever After” by The University of Southern California SoCal VoCals, Spring 2010

… pull at their heartstrings…

“What a Good Boy” by The Duke’s Men of Yale, Spring 2010

… inspire them…

“If You're Out There” by The Washington University of St. Louis Stereotypes, Spring 2011

… and if they don’t think this last one is good, get their heads checked.

“Love on Top” by Berklee College of Music Pitch Slapped