Ranking of popular sports songs
Sports and music are closely connected, aren’t they?
When you actually play sports yourself, don’t you often listen to music too?
Plus, from the Olympics to each sport’s World Cup, there are always theme songs, and at baseball games, live brass-band fight songs are essential!
In this article, we’ll rank and introduce some of the most popular songs among the many pieces of music related to sports.
If you’re looking for songs that go well with sports, be sure to use this as a reference.
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- [TOKYO 2020] Summary of Theme Songs and Cheer/Support Songs for the Tokyo Olympics
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- Song of Victory: Iconic Tracks Smiled Upon by the Goddess & Uplifting Cheer Anthems
Sports Popular Songs Ranking (91–100)
Higher LoveKygo & Whitney Houston99rank/position
Higher Love is a collaboration between Kygo, a Norwegian DJ, and the world-renowned singer Whitney Houston.
The song portrays a woman who longs for a noble, elevated kind of love, and Houston’s rich, soaring vocals match the meaning of the lyrics beautifully.
Also, judging from the title, the lyrics, and the overall vibe, it connects well with women’s fitness training, so it’s the kind of track you could imagine playing in something like Billy’s Bootcamp or at the gym.
We Will Rock YouQueen100rank/position
When it comes to legendary British rock band Queen’s signature songs, this track is indispensable.
Characterized by its powerful beat and crowd-rousing rhythm, it was included on the album “News of the World,” released in October 1977.
With lyrics themed around challenge and victory, it symbolizes young people standing up to social pressure.
Frequently used in stadiums and at sporting events, the song has a near-magical power to unite audiences.
It’s recommended listening when you want to overcome setbacks and keep moving forward.