[2026] A roundup of popular Western songs used for baseball cheer chants and walk-up music

Frontier (Extended Mix)NEW!VINAI & SCNDL

Frontier (Extended mix)

Released in September 2015 as a collaboration between the Italian brother duo VINAI and the Australia-based project SCNDL, this track still enjoys enduring popularity today.

With its low-slung kick, bouncy bass, and chant-like vocal samples, it’s an exhilarating piece of electronic music whose explosive power has been honed on club and festival stages.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto, known as one of the world’s top pitchers, uses this song as his walk-out music.

Even on the Major League stage, it fits him perfectly as he heads to the mound.

If you love high-energy, vibe-heavy electronic music, this is a must-check—an absolute anthem that’s guaranteed to get you hyped.

Chain Hang Low (Crizzly & AFK Remix)NEW!Jibbs

[Entrance Song] Ukyo Shuto Chain Hang Low/Crizzly

Rapper Jibbs burst onto the major scene in his teens.

With pop-leaning hip-hop that resonated with the masses, his classic album “Jibbs Featuring Jibbs” posted strong opening numbers across the U.S.

This work is a remix version in which Grizzlee and AFK reconstruct one of his signature tracks.

It fuses the catchy, nursery-rhyme-based melody of the original hit—released in June 2006—with the destructive drop of bass music.

Released in July 2012, the track’s instant impact has made it a staple at sporting events, and it’s well known that professional baseball player Ukyo Shuto uses it as his walk-up song.

My TimeNEW!Fabolous

Fabolous – My Time ft. Jeremih

The hit single by Brooklyn, New York–born rapper Fabolous and Jeremih was released in May 2009 and became a hot topic in the sports world.

Featured on the album Loso’s Way, the track’s uplifting theme—declaring that it’s your time to shine—also led to its use as the theme song for the 2009 NBA Draft.

Its bold beat and smooth vocals earned praise, making it a go-to choice in many settings.

This very song is used as Munetaka Murakami’s walk-up music.

It matches his dependable personality perfectly! With its high-energy vibes, it’s the kind of melody that boosts your motivation just by listening.

The NightsNEW!Avicii

Avicii – The Nights

Yusei Kikuchi, known as one of the top pitchers in the world, is a fan of Western music.

The song he uses for his walk-up is a massive hit by Avicii, the Swedish music producer and DJ.

This track, which expresses the determination to move forward while holding on to words from one’s father, was released in November 2014 and is included on the album Stories.

Its tie-in with the soccer game FIFA 15 also drew attention.

The EDM-style track is easy to get into, and the acoustic guitar backing makes it a true classic.

If you share the same mindset as the protagonist of the song, its powerful melody will surely give you a push and help you stay positive.

EoONEW!Bad Bunny

BAD BUNNY – EoO (Visualizer) | DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS

Bad Bunny is known as one of the most influential artists on today’s Latin music scene.

When it comes to works themed around a return to his roots in Puerto Rico, many people might picture this one.

The track is included on the album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” released in January 2025, and in fact it’s also the walk-up song for Juan Soto, one of the premier Major League players who starred for the Dominican Republic in the WBC.

With its intense reggaeton rhythm that amps up the game, this piece is a must for fans of Latin music.

It’s TimeNEW!Steve Aoki & Laidback Luke

Steve Aoki & Laidback Luke – It’s Time (ft. Bruce Buffer) [Official Music Video]

World-renowned DJs Steve Aoki and Laidback Luke have garnered global popularity.

When it comes to their works themed around martial arts, many people may think of this piece.

Released in April 2018 and included on their album “5OKI,” this track drew attention with its fast 150 BPM and catchy melody.

It was used to promote mixed martial arts and carries a positive vibe throughout.

It’s a sizzling dance track that amps up baseball games, making it irresistible for music lovers.

The player who uses this song as his walk-up music is Hiromi Itoh, known as one of Japan’s premier pitchers.

FlowerNEW!Moby

Moby – ‘Flower’ (Official Audio)

This work by the American artist Moby resonates with a distinctive sound where samples of old folk music intersect with electronic beats.

It’s included on the classic album Play, released in May 1999, and became a worldwide smash hit after being used on the soundtrack of the film Gone in 60 Seconds.

The track is also well known for being used as the walk-up song of MLB power hitter Bryce Harper.

With its repetitive chants and driving rhythm, it’s a dance number that amplifies the energy of the stadium.