Songs That Make You Want to Run: Music for Running and Jogging to Get You Motivated!
What songs do you usually run to?
Of course, listening to your favorite tracks is the best, but don’t you sometimes feel like, “I want to try some newer songs too”?
In this article, we researched songs that go well with running and jogging.
From tracks with a driving sense of speed to motivational anthems that cheer you on, and even stadium anthems with an Olympic vibe—there’s a wide variety.
Be sure to take along some running songs that make you want to dash ahead!
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Songs That Make You Want to Run: Music for Running and Jogging. Motivation-Boosting Tracks! (71–80)
Lose YourselfEminem
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!
MiracleGReeeeN
GReeeeN is a secret band that is actively creating and releasing hit songs, yet remains unseen in the media, leaving people unsure of who they really are.
Their music carries a strong tone of encouragement, and it brings back scenes from films for which their songs served as the main theme.
It’s a song that gives you the power to keep going without giving up.
Summer TriangleNICO Touches the Walls
This is the 10th single by NICO Touches the Walls, featured as the theme song for a Calpis Water commercial.
Using a guitar with a delay effect that creates an echo, it produces a spacious atmosphere and results in a refreshing track that soothes fatigue while running.
Its strong, soaring melody is also a number that gives you energy during a run.
Raise your flagMAN WITH A MISSION
A rock number brimming with overwhelming speed and energy! A signature work by MAN WITH A MISSION that sings of the courage to stand by your convictions and face adversity.
Released in October 2015, it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans.
Featuring powerful strings and a distinctive two-beat sound, the song made a strong impact, reaching No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart and earning Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
It’s also included on the album The World’s On Fire and continues to be a live staple.
When you want to forge your own path or overcome a major obstacle, listening to this track is sure to give you a push forward.
The Zero Sense10-FEET
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!
Star MarkerKANA-BOON
A long-running hit that became the opening theme for the popular anime My Hero Academia.
When you think of KANA-BOON, you think of a band with many catchy, bright, and upbeat songs in the Japanese rock scene.
This track packs all of those charms into one song.
When people hear “a sense of speed,” many might imagine a fast tempo, but this song isn’t actually that fast.
Thanks to its danceable bassline and refreshing guitar arrangement, it feels exhilarating and full of drive—making it a perfect track for running!
Freak It!MAN WITH A MISSION
This is a collaborative track with Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra that was chosen as the official theme song for the Sunwolves rugby team’s 2018 season.
The music video also features Sunwolves players, and its fresh fusion of driving rock energy with a ska band makes it a perfect fit for running and other sports scenes.
