Ranking of Western Songs That Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals [2026]
We’ve picked out the latest, most beloved Western songs for sports days and athletic festivals.
They’re introduced in a ranked list based on play counts.
You might be surprised—these kinds of Western songs are played at sports days!
There are sure to be some unexpected discoveries.
The playlist is updated regularly.
Playlist
| Ranking of Western Songs That Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Shape of YouEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s signature song “Shape of You” |
| 2 | High HopesPanic! At The Disco |  play_arrow | The importance of keeping hope alive |
| 3 | Wake me upAvicii |  play_arrow | It goes well with upbeat, bright songs, and ch… |
| 4 | Shake It OffTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor's shift from country to pop |
| 5 | It’s My LifeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | A classic that sings of the courage to live true to oneself |
| 6 | GirlfriendAvril Lavigne |  play_arrow | Avril Lavigne’s smash hit song |
| 7 | bad guyBillie Eilish |  play_arrow | The much-talked-about rookie artist, Billie Eilish |
| 8 | Despacito ft. Daddy YankeeLuis Fonsi |  play_arrow | The tasteful flamenco hit song “Despacito” |
| 9 | We Will Rock YouQueen |  play_arrow | "We Will Rock You" is the will to win. |
| 10 | BelieverImagine Dragons |  play_arrow | Popular songs by Imagine Dragons |
| 11 | Yeah 3xChris Brown |  play_arrow | Chris Brown 2010 single |
| 12 | Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)Shakira |  play_arrow | The official song of the Soccer World Cup, a masterpiece that thrilled the world |
| 13 | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | Expressing the exhilaration of a party and the sweet feelings of romance |
| 14 | STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber |  play_arrow | The Appeal and Popularity of the Global Hit Song “Stay” |
| 15 | Lose YourselfEminem |  play_arrow | Eminem’s masterpiece about living fully in the present |
| 16 | Dance The NightDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s “Dance The Night” is the theme song of the movie Barbie. |
| 17 | Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTS |  play_arrow | BTS “Boy With Luv” is a dance song suitable for sports day events. |
| 18 | CHEER UPTwice |  play_arrow | TWICE's signature song, Cheer Up |
| 19 | StarshipsNicki Minaj |  play_arrow | Nicky Minaj’s cheer dance song |
| 20 | Good TimeCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Let's get hyped with the classic youth anthem 'Good Time' |
| 21 | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Attractive for its cool vocals and simple instrumentation |
| 22 | What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber |  play_arrow | Justin's Cheer Song for Challengers |
| 23 | HappyPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | An exhilarating track that conveys happiness, a No. 1 hit in the U.S. |
| 24 | Beat ItMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s classic song “Beat It” |
| 25 | Eye Of The TigerSurvivor |  play_arrow | A famous song from Rocky III, a thrilling, heart-pounding classic! |
| 26 | CAN’T HOLD US FEAT. RAY DALTONMacklemore & Ryan Lewis |  play_arrow | An energetic song that pushes your dreams forward |
| 27 | ButterBTS |  play_arrow | BTS’s exhilarating summer dance tune ignites massive excitement |
| 28 | Runaway (U & I)Galantis |  play_arrow | EDM duo Galantis’s classic, packed with euphoria |
| 29 | SingEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s blazing-hot track |
| 30 | When I’m GoneAlesso, Katy Perry |  play_arrow | A dance song by Alesso and Katy Perry |
| 31 | SacrificeBebe Rexha |  play_arrow | Bebe Rexha’s hit song “Sacrifice” |
| 32 | One in a MillionBebe Rexha & David Guetta |  play_arrow | Bebe Rexha and David Guetta’s new song |
| 33 | We Will Rock You (Dean Cohen Remix)Queen |  play_arrow | A sports day staple song, a classic by Queen |
| 34 | Counting StarsOneRepublic |  play_arrow | OneRepublic’s hopeful pop-rock song |
| 35 | Party Rock Anthem ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRockLMFAO |  play_arrow | LMFAO's signature song, Party Rock Anthem |
| 36 | Kill This LoveBLACKPINK |  play_arrow | A representative song by BLACKPINK and a popular dance track |
| 37 | GIRL LIKE MEBlack Eyed Peas, Shakira |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Shakira and the Black Eyed Peas |
| 38 | We are never ever getting back togetherTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | I think it's a really good song. Everyone can enjoy it... |
| 39 | FANCYTwice |  play_arrow | Songs by the K-pop idol group TWICE are perfect for sports days. |
| 40 | I Don’t CareEd Sheeran & Justin Bieber |  play_arrow | Ed and Justin's pop number |
| 41 | Cake By The OceanDNCE |  play_arrow | DNCE’s party rock song |
| 42 | MonsterSkillet |  play_arrow | The fierce metal sound of Skillet |
| 43 | Love AgainDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Introduction to Dua Lipa's fun pop songs |
| 44 | I’m Good (Blue)David Guetta & Bebe Rexha |  play_arrow | Collaboration song by Getta and Leksa, a dance for sports day |
| 45 | DALLA DALLAITZY |  play_arrow | ITZY: The captivating musicality of their debut song |
| 46 | DON’T YOU WORRYBlack Eyed Peas, Shakira, David Guetta |  play_arrow | A dance number by the Black Eyed Peas and Shakira |
| 47 | greedyTate McRae |  play_arrow | Tate McRae’s R&B/pop song |
| 48 | Bang My Head (feat. Sia & Fetty Wap)David Guetta |  play_arrow | Reigning at the top among EDM producers, De... |
| 49 | What A Man Gotta DoJonas Brothers |  play_arrow | A refreshing song by the Jonas Brothers |
| 50 | 5 Seconds Of SummerYoungblood |  play_arrow | “Youngblood” for the upper grades’ dance at the sports day |
| 51 | DesireCalvin Harris, Sam Smith |  play_arrow | Beats that fill the gleaming floor and a sound that feels pleasant to the ears… |
| 52 | Runaway BabyBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Powerful vocals and a thrilling, fast-paced sound are captivating. |
| 53 | Genghis Khan (also refers to a Japanese grilled mutton dish called ‘Jingisukan’)Dschinghis Khan |  play_arrow | The song Genghis Khan is a popular school dance. |
| 54 | Never Surrender2Pac |  play_arrow | Introducing two packs of music for sports days |
| 55 | Stay (Don’t Go Away)David Guetta feat Raye |  play_arrow | A lively, classic dance-beat track |
| 56 | Car Keys (Ayla)Alok & Ava Max |  play_arrow | Energizing the world’s electropop scene... |
| 57 | If Only ILoud Luxury x Two Friends feat. Bebe Rexha |  play_arrow | The most active in the current dance music scene... |
| 58 | Last TimeBecky Hill |  play_arrow | Introducing Becky Hill's new song 'Last Time' |
| 59 | StarsPNAU, Bebe Rexha, Ozuna |  play_arrow | Distinctive, rock-born vocal prowess and cutting-edge… |
| 60 | Head Above WaterTheory Of A Deadman |  play_arrow | Popular hard rock band songs from Canada |
| 61 | Jump (Armin van Buuren Remix)Van Halen |  play_arrow | A refreshing track arranged in an electro style |
| 62 | Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark Ronson |  play_arrow | A smash hit energetic funk track |
| 63 | RoarKaty Perry |  play_arrow | A moving song about reclaiming one’s inner strength |
| 64 | Mi GenteJ Balvin, Willy William |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Balvin and William |
| 65 | CloserThe Chainsmokers |  play_arrow | The Chainsmokers’ breakup song |
| 66 | Rockabye ft. Sean Paul & Anne-MarieClean Bandit |  play_arrow | A hit song by Clean Bandit. It portrays the struggles of a single mother. |
| 67 | Work from Home ft. Ty Dolla $ignFifth Harmony |  play_arrow | Fifth Harmony’s smash hit |
| 68 | This Is What You Came For ft. RihannaCalvin Harris |  play_arrow | Calvin and Rihanna's smash hit |
| 69 | ChandelierSia |  play_arrow | A pinnacle of music that has captivated the world |
| 70 | On The Floor ft. PitbullJennifer Lopez |  play_arrow | A Latin pop dance track by Lopez and Pitbull |
| 71 | All About That BassMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | Megan Trainor’s positive song |
| 72 | That’s What I LikeBruno Mars |  play_arrow | In Japan as well, young generations of musicians love… |
| 73 | Don’t Let Me Down ft. DayaThe Chainsmokers |  play_arrow | The Chainsmokers’ female vocal song |
| 74 | Bang BangJessie J ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj |  play_arrow | It's an upbeat, exciting track. The video... |
| 75 | Not AfraidEminem |  play_arrow | Eminem sings about drug addiction and recovery |
| 76 | ParadiseColdplay |  play_arrow | A magnificent masterpiece of British rock |
| 77 | CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake |  play_arrow | Energize yourself with bright, rhythm-filled music. |
| 78 | SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello |
| 79 | 24K MagicBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno, the new-generation King of Pop, … |
| 80 | Never Gonna Give You URick Astley |  play_arrow | Rick Astley's iconic 1980s hit |
| 81 | Hips Don’t LieShakira ft. Wyclef Jean |  play_arrow | Passionate Latin beat, a masterpiece that thrilled the world |
| 82 | Hey Mama ft Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & AfrojackDavid Guetta |  play_arrow | An upbeat electro house track |
| 83 | What makes you beautifulOne Direction |  play_arrow | A world-renowned idol and vocalist representing the United Kingdom... |
| 84 | Poker FaceLady Gaga |  play_arrow | Hype songs by Grammy-winning singers |
| 85 | TimberPitbull ft. Ke$ha |  play_arrow | Three consecutive weeks on the Billboard Hot … |
| 86 | AS IF IT’S YOUR LASTBLACKPINK |  play_arrow | A supreme track packed with the diverse charms of K-pop |
| 87 | Problem (feat. Iggy Azalea)Ariana Grande |  play_arrow | An upbeat, high-tempo dance tr—bursting with girl power... |
| 88 | TQGKAROL G, Shakira |  play_arrow | The distinctive Spanish dance track “TQG” |
| 89 | Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X |  play_arrow | Old Town Road is a country-style song |
| 90 | Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix) [Radio Edit]OMI | ![Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix) [Radio Edit]OMI](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jGflUbPQfW8/default.jpg) play_arrow | A Jamaican artist with a unique, characterful singing voice has become popular... |
| 91 | The Final CountdownEurope |  play_arrow | The signature song of the Swedish hard rock band Europe |
| 92 | Waiting For LoveAvicii |  play_arrow | Sadly passed away in 2018… |
| 93 | Turn Down for WhatDJ Snake, Lil Jon |  play_arrow | Don't stop the party! An energetic classic |
| 94 | Locked Out of HeavenBruno Mars |  play_arrow | A lively, catchy song for a sports day |
| 95 | Fancy ft. Charli XCXIggy Azalea |  play_arrow | Iggy Azalea’s commanding hit song |
| 96 | One More NightMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5’s smash hit song “One More Night” |
| 97 | MemoriesMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5’s moving song “Memories” |
| 98 | FlowersMiley Cyrus |  play_arrow | Miley, a smash hit song about self-love |
| 99 | Don’t You Worry ChildSwedish House Mafia |  play_arrow | Swedish House Mafia is a… |
| 100 | HUMBLE.Kendrick Lamar |  play_arrow | Kendrick Lamar’s signature song HUMBLE. |