Popular Western Music Cheer Songs [Western Music Ranking]

UnderdogAlicia Keys15rank/position

Alicia Keys – Underdog (Official Video)

This work could be called an anthem for those pushed to the margins of society.

Alicia Keys’s warm vocals gently embrace people who refuse to give up.

Released in March 2020, it sparked major buzz worldwide.

As a single from the album “Alicia,” it reached No.

69 on the Billboard Hot 100.

When you feel like you’re about to be defeated by hardship, listening to this song will surely give you the courage to rise again.

That’s right—you’re not an “underdog.” If you cherish what you love and keep looking forward as you walk on, the path will surely open up.

Lose YourselfEminem16rank/position

Eminem – Lose Yourself

This is the work by hip-hop icon Eminem that gives you a push when it matters most.

The tense atmosphere built by the piano and guitar, and the passionate rap urging you to seize your one shot, stoke your inner fighting spirit the more you listen.

Created as the theme song for his 2002 starring film 8 Mile, the track achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first rap song to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Its powerful message is perfect for moments when you want to push yourself to the limit—before an important presentation or in the middle of a grueling workout.

It’s a must-listen for anyone turning pressure into power and charging toward their goals.

Counting StarsOneRepublic17rank/position

OneRepublic – Counting Stars

Have you ever struggled with the gap between ideal and reality, spending sleepless nights anxious about the future? In those moments, this song gently frees the heart from materialistic values, whispering, “Instead of counting money, why not count the stars?” Created by the American band OneRepublic, it offers courage with a message that even the moments that knock you down are proof that you’re alive.

Included on their 2013 album Native and reaching number one on the UK charts, the song was also featured in the film Earth to Echo.

When daily life threatens to make you lose sight of your dreams, simply shifting your focus to what truly matters can make your heart feel a little lighter, don’t you think?

I HopeGabby Barrett18rank/position

Gabby Barrett – I Hope (Official Music Video)

Gabby Barrett is a female singer who has gained popularity on the American country music scene.

After drawing attention on the popular U.S.

audition show American Idol, she established a solid position in country music.

Among her works, one I especially recommend is I Hope.

It portrays a woman whose ex-boyfriend cheated on her, but it’s not a dark song; the lyrics are uplifting, expressing a positive resolve to keep moving forward despite painful experiences.

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Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson19rank/position

Kelly Clarkson – Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You) [Official Video]

Kelly Clarkson is an American singer-songwriter who launched her career as the winner of the first season of American Idol.

Her song Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You), which showcases her powerful vocals, continues to be loved as an anthem that gives listeners courage.

Based on Nietzsche’s famous saying, the lyrics depict becoming stronger through overcoming heartbreak and hardship, resonating with many people.

Included on the album Stronger and released as a single in January 2012, the track became a massive hit, spending three consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

If you listen to it when you want to fire yourself up or feel more positive, it’s sure to fill you with energy—so be sure to check it out.

Good LifeKehlani & G-Eazy20rank/position

Kehlani & G-Eazy – Good Life (from The Fate of the Furious: The Album) [Official Music Video]

This track blends exhilarating, celebratory sounds with a moving message.

Created through the collaboration of Kehlani and G-Eazy, it reflects both artists’ close friendship and the paths of their musical careers.

The lyrics overflow with the joy of success and gratitude toward those who supported them.

Released in March 2017, it was featured on the soundtrack for the film The Fate of the Furious.

As a song that stands with those who have overcome hardship to realize their dreams, it is sure to resonate with many listeners.

We Will Rock YouQueen21rank/position

Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

With its powerful handclaps and stomping rhythm, this staple track energizes sports festivals and dance events.

Released in October 1977 by the British rock band Queen from the album “News of the World,” the song celebrates the determination to overcome setbacks and hardships in pursuit of victory.

As a rousing anthem symbolizing unity and fighting spirit, it continues to be embraced across sports scenes worldwide.

The foot stomps and handclaps recorded by the band members themselves create a sense of togetherness that draws in the audience, and in 2002 it was also adopted as the title song for the musical “We Will Rock You.” It’s the perfect choice for those who want to bring an entire venue together during school sports days or dance performances.