Popular Cheer-Up Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2026]
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This time, we’ll introduce popular Western artists who perform these cheer songs in a ranking format.
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Popular motivational/cheer songs. Western music artist rankings [2026] (91–100)
GUESS WHAT ft. Rick RossRuss92rank/position
This song celebrates the strength to push aside doubt and forge your own path.
Since its release in 2020, it quickly drew attention for its standout message that boosts listeners’ self-esteem.
The unique flow of Ras and the luxurious lyrics of Rick Ross blend together, conveying the lives they’ve led in overcoming obstacles.
It’s a track that will propel you forward as you take on challenges.
If you’re looking for Western music that lifts your spirits anytime, this is a must-check!
AlrightSam Fischer, Meghan Trainor93rank/position
This is a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re worn out from studying for exams—a track that gives you courage and helps you stay positive.
The upbeat lyrics repeated in the chorus and the pleasant melody make you feel encouraged, don’t they? Created through a collaboration between powerhouse artists Sam Fischer and Meghan Trainor, this piece was released in June 2023.
It’s perfect for students who want to boost their self-esteem and raise their motivation.
When you’re feeling down or anxious, why not listen to this song and recharge your energy?
AffirmationSavage Garden94rank/position
This is a song performed at the opening ceremony of the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
It’s by Savage Garden, an Australian vocal group formed in 1997.
The repeated lyric “I believe” conveys how life isn’t easy.
Yet it also hints at what comes after going through those hardships.
Nothing can be achieved without effort, right? It’s a song that seems encouraging to listen to when you feel like you’re about to lose heart!
Spice Up Your LifeSpice Girls95rank/position
Many of you probably went wild seeing the five of them arrive in London taxis at the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics.
“Spice Up Your Life” is a classic by the Spice Girls, the iconic British girl group, memorable for its Latin-flavored samba rhythm.
It overflows with positive energy and has an exhilarating vibe that makes your body move without thinking.
Released on the 1997 album Spiceworld and featured in the film Spice World, it’s known as a work that symbolizes the group’s unstoppable momentum.
Their performance at the closing ceremony was a legendary moment in the history of British pop.
It’s perfect for when you want to boost your mood or get everyone hyped.
Give it a listen!
ChocolateThe 197596rank/position
A track by The 1975, an alternative rock band formed in Manchester, England.
Released in 2013, it became a hit in the United States, Canada, Japan, and various European countries.
The track was used in the film Love, Rosie.
Overcompensatetwenty one pilots97rank/position
Twenty One Pilots, the American duo that continues to captivate the world with their unique musicality by fusing diverse genres.
The song introduced here opens the album “Clancy,” released in February 2024, which serves as the grand finale to the epic narrative that has continued since the 2015 masterpiece “Blurryface.” From the long synth intro, the structure brilliantly cascades into relentless rap and a breakbeat brimming with momentum.
Turning to the lyrics, they depict a complex state of mind that overcompensates with bravado to conceal one’s own weakness, startling the listener with the struggle to remain oneself under pressure.
The track is also known for being featured in the ice hockey game “NHL 25.” When you feel crushed by society’s expectations or need to fire yourself up, listening to it will surely give you the courage to face things again.
Why not immerse yourself in this expansive world?
Symphony (feat. Zara Larsson)Clean Bandit98rank/position
Clean Bandit is an electronic music group formed in Cambridge, UK, in 2008.
They are known for blending elements of classical and dance music and for collaborating with numerous guest vocalists.
Released in 2017, Symphony feat.
Zara Larsson is a moving track that portrays a longing for lost love and a desire to reconnect.
Larsson’s powerful vocals brilliantly convey emotions such as pain and vulnerability.
Through the metaphor of a “symphony,” the song symbolically depicts the complexity of relationships and the profound impact one can have on another’s life.
It achieved major commercial success in the UK and around the world, winning numerous awards.
Its universal themes and emotions have made it a popular entrance song for many athletes, including Chiba Lotte Marines player Kyota Fujiwara.