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Running Songs Artist Ranking [2026]
If you’re going to listen to music while running, you might as well choose songs that boost your motivation and help you pick up the pace.
For those people, this time we’d like to introduce, in ranking order, songs by artists that have been most listened to for running so far this year!
Be sure to check them out.
Running Songs Artist Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Lose YourselfEminem1rank/position
Eminem’s classic “Lose Yourself.” Even if you’re not into hip-hop, you’ve probably heard this track.
In fact, whether you like hip-hop or not, this song gets anyone’s vibes up, right? (lol) It’s the theme song for the film 8 Mile, which depicts part of Eminem’s life, and it’s a masterpiece that’s been loved by countless heads from 2002 to today.
While the lyrics are uncompromisingly manly, they carry a delicate meaning inspired by the fairy tale The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and the flow is one of the most perfected in hip-hop history—easily top-tier.
In every way, it’s a flawless track.
Listen to it, and you’ll naturally feel fired up!
The Zero Sense10-FEET2rank/position
It’s a song where passionate feelings blend with a dynamic musical style.
Released by 10-FEET in December 2022, it drew attention as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.
Featuring powerful guitar sounds and an up-tempo rhythm, it centers on themes of pursuing dreams and self-realization.
The lyrics interweave basketball terminology, leaving a strong impression.
In 2023, it captured many hearts, winning Best Rock Video at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan.
It’s a perfect track for running or jogging—highly recommended for anyone looking to boost their motivation with exhilarating, fast-paced music!
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION3rank/position
This song was used as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
It gradually shifts into higher gear from the first verse and explodes at the chorus.
Its cool, rock-tinged band sound will hit you in the chest and should help your running hit its stride.
That said, don’t let the catchy groove tempt you into pushing the pace too hard.
ultra soulB’z4rank/position
A song released by B’z in 2001 as their 31st single.
It’s often used as the theme song for the World Aquatics Championships, so it’s strongly associated with swimming, but its driving tempo also makes it perfect for running.
Vocalist Koshi Inaba’s shouts are sure to significantly boost your motivation to run.
When My Devil RisesMAN WITH A MISSION5rank/position
A song by MAN WITH A MISSION, a five-member rock band affectionately known as “Man With.” The lyrics, which mix Japanese and English, and the high-velocity rock sound help keep your feet moving while you run.
Not just all-out energy, its dynamic, well-shaped structure is a track that instantly boosts your running mood.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK6rank/position
From the very beginning to the end, the song keeps a high tempo, so I think it’s perfect for jogging and running.
The fast-paced beat really pumps you up for a run.
With Taka’s powerful vocals pushing you forward, you might just end up running more than you planned.
Critical HitRADWIMPS7rank/position
Overflowing with fiery passion and strength, this is the track RADWIMPS released to the world in December 2013 on the album “X to O to Tsumi to.” The protagonist, who can’t surpass their own expectations no matter how many regrets they pile up, is striking as they wrestle between ideals and reality yet still take a bold step forward by following their true feelings.
The music video—shot at Ageo Municipal Baseball Stadium in Saitama Prefecture with 1,500 extras—was directed by Takuro Okubo.
This work harmonizes Yojiro Noda’s poetic lyrics with the band’s powerful sound to stunning effect, capturing the hearts of many listeners and dominating the on-air charts at FM stations to take the No.
1 spot.
It’s a song that gives you a strong push on the back in those moments when you want to look ahead and dash forward with everything you’ve got—like the exit scene at a school sports day.